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Downtown Backpackers

Property class: 2
Hostel in Nelson

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When visiting Nelson, Downtown Backpackers is a great choice to consider.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (5)

  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Barbecue grill(s)

Room options

View all photos for Single Room

A small room with a white desk, a white refrigerator, a television mounted on the wall, and a window providing natural light.

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed in 4-Bed Female Dorm, Ensuite

A bunk bed with two levels, each with a mattress and pillows.

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dorm, Ensuite

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Queen Room

A neatly made bed with white and gray bedding, a striped pillow, and rolled towels on the side.

Queen Room

  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a refrigerator, and a small table.

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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$49 total
includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
131 Bridge Street, Nelson, 7010

What's nearby

  • Queens Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nelson Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nelson Provincial Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 16 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bridge Street Collective - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Victus Coffee & Eatery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Free House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪River Kitchen Nelson - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Masa's Japanese Restaurant & Sake Bar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Downtown Backpackers

  • When visiting Nelson, Downtown Backpackers is a great choice to consider.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 14 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Back of the building on New Street.]
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (17 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Also known as

Downtown Backpackers Hostel Nelson
Downtown Backpackers Nelson
Downtown Accommodation Backpackers
Downtown Backpackers Nelson
Downtown Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Downtown Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Nelson

Frequently asked questions

Does Downtown Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Downtown Backpackers does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Downtown Backpackers?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Downtown Backpackers?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Downtown Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Downtown Backpackers and nearby?

Downtown Backpackers has a picnic area.

What's the area around Downtown Backpackers like?

Downtown Backpackers is a short 5-minute walk from Nelson Market and 6 minutes' walk from Queens Gardens.

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