Stay, Connect, Explore
Friendly, affordable backpackers in Nelson - the perfect central city base for exploring markets, beaches, bike trails and epic day trips
Stay Central... Explore like a local
Everything you need for an easy, social and adventure-filled stay in Nelson.
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Central Location: Steps from cafés, shops, museums and Nelson’s famous Saturday Market
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Colourful Social Spaces: Meet fellow travellers in our bright, modern lounge, kitchen, and common areas.
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Adventure Made Easy: Reception can book bike rentals, Abel Tasman trips and more
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Clean & Comfortable Rooms: Private or shared options to suit every traveller.
Our friendly reception staff are here to help you make the most of your Nelson stay
Bright, Modern Facilities in Central Nelson
Our Nelson backpackers offers modern, well-equipped facilities designed for comfort, convenience, and connection. Whether you’re travelling solo, with friends, or in a group, you’ll find everything you need for a memorable stay.
Facilities & Highlights:
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Fully Equipped Kitchens – cook your favourite meals in spacious kitchens. Groups can enjoy a dedicated kitchen when needed.
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Dining & Outdoor Spaces – enjoy meals in the colourful dining area or in the sunny garden courtyard.
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Common Areas & Entertainment – relax and socialise with foosball, a piano and guitar, an extensive DVD collection, and free Wi-Fi.
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Group-Friendly – multiple kitchens and lounges make it easy for larger groups to stay comfortably.
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Accessible Rooms & Facilities – some private rooms and all common areas are ground-floor accessible for disabled guests.
Proud to still be part of the YHA Hostel Network
We are a family owned property, proud to operate as Nelson's only YHA Hostel. We are pleased to advise that YHA/HI Members will always receive their 10% Members Discount on our Standard Nightly Rates when booking directly on our website or by phone or email with our Reception team.
We offer all travellers comfortable, clean and safe accommodation, in a great central location.
You dont have to be a YHA member to stay with us, or young in age ......just young at heart.
We can also help you book trips, local tours and onward travel with Intercity Bus and Interislander Ferry.
Relax in our central Nelson backpackers
Stay in a modern yet relaxed, family run central Nelson backpackers. Our hostel is a place to relax, meet new friends and plan your next adventure or just step out into Nelson City. Cook your favourite food, listen to some great music, watch that movie you haven't seen yet.
What people say about our backpackers hostel
The dorms are clean and comfortable, there are plenty of amenities including a well stocked kitchen, TV room, lounge and outside seating area with BBQ. Although there are plenty of people staying at the hostel it is nice and quiet which is really welcome after some of the places I have stayed.
The hostel is really central, just 200 yards from the bus station and 200 yards from shops, cinema and restaurants.
Trip Advisor Testimonial July 2016
