YHA Nelson - Backpackers | Hostel in Nelson

| 8.4 (876 Reviews) |   102 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  24 Guests
Nelson City Centre Hostel | YHA Nelson - Backpackers

102 Bedroom Hostel in Nelson City Centre, Nelson

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, YHA Nelson - Backpackers is located in the center of Nelson, a 7-minute walk from Christ Church Cathedral. This 4-star hostel offers a shared kitchen, a concierge service and free WiFi. The hostel has a grill and a sauna. The area is popular for hiking and cycling, and bike rental is available at the hostel. Trafalgar Park is a 10-minute walk from YHA Nelson - Backpackers. Nelson Airport is 3.7 miles away.

YHA Nelson - Backpackers is located in Nelson.

This 102 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: TV, View, Balcony/Terrace, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 876 reviews with the average score of 8.4 . Coming to Nelson and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 102 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this place in Nelson. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This YHA Nelson - Backpackers in Nelson is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “YHA Nelson - Backpackers”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hostel, please let us know.

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Amenities

Parking
TV
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Parking
  • Street parking
  • Parking
  • Accessible parking
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
Activities
  • Evening entertainment
  • Canoeing
  • Walking tours
  • Cycling
  • Bike tours
  • Horseback riding
  • Tennis equipment
  • Movie nights
  • Fishing
  • Sauna
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Hiking
  • Tennis court
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Game room
Entertainment
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Heating
  • Smoke-free property
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safe
Guest Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Lockers
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Laundry
  • Concierge
  • Tour desk
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Sun deck
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
Security/Safety
  • Key access
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • First aid kits available
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Public transit tickets

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform yha nelson in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation, all guests have access to free wifi, please note for bookings of 10 or more guests, different policies and procedures may apply. for further information please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation, please note due to limited availability at the time of booking, multi-share accommodations for two or more guests may be provided in separate rooms.guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.66
Location:
9.4
Staff:
9.09
Facilities:
8.69
Comfort:
8.61
Cleanliness:
8.89
Faiz
Dec 15, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   5
New Zealand
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Single Room
Room Type: Single
Room Size: 8 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shared bathroom

Living Area

Desk

General

Key access, Earplugs, Heating, Carpeted, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Barbecue, Outdoor dining area, Patio, Outdoor furniture

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Room Amenities

Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device
Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 10 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Double Room

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shared bathroom

General

Key access, Earplugs, Heating, Carpeted, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Barbecue, Outdoor dining area, Patio, Outdoor furniture

View

Inner courtyard view, Garden view

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device
Twin Room
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 10 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Twin Room

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shared bathroom

General

Key access, Earplugs, Heating, Carpeted, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Barbecue, Outdoor dining area, Patio, Outdoor furniture

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Room Amenities

Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 14 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shared bathroom

General

Key access, Earplugs, Heating, Carpeted, Ironing facilities, Lockers, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Barbecue, Outdoor dining area, Patio, Outdoor furniture

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 17 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shared bathroom

General

Key access, Earplugs, Heating, Carpeted, Ironing facilities, Lockers, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Living Area

Sitting area

Outdoors

Barbecue, Outdoor dining area, Patio, Outdoor furniture

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 16 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shared bathroom

General

Key access, Earplugs, Heating, Carpeted, Ironing facilities, Lockers, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Barbecue, Outdoor dining area, Patio, Outdoor furniture

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 25 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shared bathroom

General

Key access, Earplugs, Heating, Carpeted, Ironing facilities, Lockers, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Barbecue, Outdoor dining area, Patio, Outdoor furniture

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device
Double Room with Private Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Double Room with Private Bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Hairdryer

General

Key access, Earplugs, Heating, Carpeted, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Barbecue, Outdoor dining area, Patio, Outdoor furniture

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Mobile hotspot device

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles
Triple Room
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 18 m2
3 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shared bathroom

General

Key access, Earplugs, Heating, Carpeted, Ironing facilities, Lockers, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Barbecue, Outdoor dining area, Patio, Outdoor furniture

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device
Family Room
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 14 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shared bathroom

General

Key access, Earplugs, Heating, Carpeted, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Barbecue, Outdoor dining area, Patio, Outdoor furniture

View

Garden view

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device
Family Room
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 14 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Family Room

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Hairdryer, Shared bathroom

General

Key access, Earplugs, Heating, Carpeted, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Barbecue, Outdoor dining area, Patio, Outdoor furniture

View

Garden view

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device
Family Room with Private Bathroom
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Family Room with Private Bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Towels, Hairdryer

Living Area

Desk

General

Key access, Earplugs, Heating, Carpeted, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Mobile hotspot device

Outdoors

Barbecue, Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Adapter, Clothes rack

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles
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