YHA Nelson - Backpackers | Hostel in Nelson

| 8.3 (838 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, Wheelchair Accessible, Security/Safety, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 838 reviews with the average score of 8.3 . 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
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking
  • Street parking
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Lowered sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
Activities
  • Sauna
  • Canoeing
  • Evening entertainment
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Game room
  • Movie nights
  • Tennis equipment
  • Bike tours
  • Hiking
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Cycling
  • Walking tours
  • Horseback riding
  • Fishing
Entertainment
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Safe
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Heating
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Smoke-free property
Guest Services
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Tour desk
  • Baggage storage
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Concierge
  • Private check-in/out
  • Lockers
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Sun deck
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Delivered food covered securely
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • First aid kits available
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • 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
thais
Feb 12, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   8
Brazil
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
Single Room

Bathroom

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

Living Area

Desk

General

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

Outdoors

Barbecue, Patio, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Adapter

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

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

General

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

Outdoors

Barbecue, Patio, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area

View

Inner courtyard view, Garden view

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Adapter

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

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

General

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

Outdoors

Barbecue, Patio, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Adapter

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

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

General

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

Outdoors

Barbecue, Patio, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Adapter

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

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

General

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

Living Area

Sitting area

Outdoors

Barbecue, Patio, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Adapter

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

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

General

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

Outdoors

Barbecue, Patio, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Adapter

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
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bathroom

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

General

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

Outdoors

Barbecue, Patio, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Adapter

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

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

General

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

Outdoors

Barbecue, Patio, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device, Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Adapter

Entertainment & Family Services

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

Bathroom

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

General

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

Outdoors

Barbecue, Patio, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Adapter

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
Family Room

Bathroom

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

General

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

Outdoors

Barbecue, Patio, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area

View

Garden view

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Adapter

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

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

General

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

Outdoors

Barbecue, Patio, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area

View

Inner courtyard view, Garden view

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Adapter

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

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

Living Area

Desk

General

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

Media & Technology

Mobile hotspot device, Flat-screen TV

Outdoors

Barbecue, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Adapter

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles

FAQ's

Is this YHA Nelson - Backpackers pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at YHA Nelson - Backpackers?

Check-in time for YHA Nelson - Backpackers starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the YHA Nelson - Backpackers have a swimming pool?

No, this YHA Nelson - Backpackers does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in YHA Nelson - Backpackers?

Best-rates for the YHA Nelson - Backpackers starts from $44 per night with includes Balcony/Terrace, Guest Services, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Parking, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Internet, TV, Wheelchair Accessible, Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, Kitchen, Laundry, View, Accessibility, Entertainment, Child Friendly with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is YHA Nelson - Backpackers a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hostel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hostel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the YHA Nelson - Backpackers wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the YHA Nelson - Backpackers is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the YHA Nelson - Backpackers?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the YHA Nelson - Backpackers indicates 1 day stay policy at this hostel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for YHA Nelson - Backpackers?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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