YHA Nelson - Backpackers

Property class: 2

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Located close to Nelson Market and Nelson Provincial Museum, YHA Nelson - Backpackers provides a terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hostel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and laundry facilities.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is ₩68,531
₩78,807 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21

Room options

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A bunk bed with a mattress and pillows, a purple storage unit with multiple drawers, and a small purple stool.

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A neatly arranged hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a small purple ottoman.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a green chair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A single bed with a teal blanket and a rolled towel, a white pillow, a small white table, and a blue bench.

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a red door, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A single-bed room with a metal frame, grey patterned bedding, a white pillow, and a blue wall with informational posters.

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and a chair.

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A bunk bed room with a blue wall, a small blue bench, and a ladder.

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A dormitory room with three single beds, a green storage bench, a grey armchair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Bed

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A single bed with a blue blanket, a white pillow, and a rolled towel. There is a white air conditioning unit on the wall, a metal drying rack, and a window with teal curtains.

Family Room

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, and a red ottoman.

Family Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Nelson City Centre, a neighborhood in Nelson, YHA Nelson - Backpackers is in the entertainment district and near the airport. Shoppers can check out Nelson Market, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Nelson Provincial Museum and Queens Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Trafalgar Park. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Nelson travel guide
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59 Rutherford St, Nelson, 7010

What's nearby

  • Nelson Market
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Nelson Provincial Museum
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Queens Gardens
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Trafalgar Park
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tern Coffee House
    4 min walk
  • The Dog's Bone
    3 min walk
  • McDonald's
    2 min walk
  • Coupland's Bakeries
    4 min walk
  • The Bridge Street Collective
    6 min walk

About this property

YHA Nelson - Backpackers

  • Hostel near Nelson Market
  • Located close to Nelson Provincial Museum and Christ Church Cathedral, YHA Nelson - Backpackers provides a terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this hostel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • Bike rentals, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance
    • A TV in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at YHA Nelson - Backpackers boast comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hair dryers and soap
    • Communal kitchens, cookware/dishes/utensils, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is YHA Nelson - Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at YHA Nelson - Backpackers?

As of Sep 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Nelson - Backpackers on Sep 20, 2026 start from ₩68,531, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

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

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

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

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is YHA Nelson - Backpackers located?

Located in Nelson City Centre, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Nelson Market and Nelson Provincial Museum. Christ Church Cathedral and The Suter are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

YHA Nelson - Backpackers Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 108 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and clean place. Awesome and helpfull staff. Kitchen is well equiped
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking really not available. Everything else good quality backpackers type place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place. Clean and good service.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. The staff is super friendly and helpful. The room is what you’d expect from a dorm room. The safe was a bit small but was present. The facilities were clean and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Private room was good size, clean, plenty of power points. Manager Royce is the perfect host.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well-managed, clean, efficient, and welcoming hostel!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Apart from saying was free parking included was fine but not true re parking which is by number plate & only free 5pm-8am & then first hour free & $2 per hour but a max of 3 hours so need to find somewhere else if want more than 3 hrs. Otherwise is central spot & good.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central in town. Really friendly. I found the people in Nelson including the staff Very pleasant and caring to one another
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Very hot at night.

Rooms too hot.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is very safe and clean. The staff is friendly and understanding. Kitchen are is big and kept clean, no odours or anything. I stayed in a private room, for having my own space is always my priority. For me personally the space was too small, although I could move, but I prefer bigger spaces. Also because I am tall. Many guests from different countries, yet sometimes not very friendly. Socializing is very debatable. Rooms can be very humid during summer, and the fan is very weak, but the heater is very powerful. Coin laundry - 4$ per each machine, 1$ per powder. Very easy to use. You can get everywhere easily on foot. Internet is ok, but could be faster. Free internet offers only 1 GB per 24 hours. 2$ per unlimited data for 1 day, 10$ per unlimited data for 1 week. You get almost 1 TB of data, which is necessary for my personal needs. Overall it is alright, if you will rather mind your own business.
Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking à proximité. Wifi ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service

悪くない

全体的に値段を考えると妥当です。ただ、部屋にクーラーがないため暑い日は大変です。
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
깨끗한 방과 욕실, 깔끔하고 커다란 주방, 좋은 위치, 친절한 리셉션, 넓은 라운지, 사교적인 분위기. 전반적으로 매우 만족스러웠던 숙소
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the clranliness and not being overwhelmed by people...due to covid i guess. I didnt like music playing in hallways...npt everyone has the same tastes Giy on front frsk made me feel teally welcome. Bread in kitchen was good too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite clean and tidy, nice to see free bread for breakfast in the kitchen. Room was facing the road and quite noisy (not sure why, it was as if the buildings were amplifying the noises made by every car or person that walked past) so didn't sleep well.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hostel staff were nice and (mostly) helpful. Internet is limited to 1 Gig per 24 hrs unless you pay them for unlimited (i want to say 2 NZD). You can’t see how much internet you have left (the interface it shows you when you log on is inaccurate) but it will stop if you use it all. The room I was in didn’t have lockers. Instead we were supposed to use the set in the hallway which felt less secure to me. Also, the bathrooms near my room almost inevitably had water on the floor (I think one of the fixtures was leaking). Overall still a pleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay in Nelson.

Nice well equipped hostel. Comfortable beds. Pretty good soundproof, lived in single room. Central and good location near the bus. Missed free tea / coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good hostel

Staff is very friendly. Kitchens are huge, wished there would be a few more frying pans. Our room was basic, nothing special (double room with no bathroom) and clean.We had a good night there. Good location In Nelson, Intercity just around the corner.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked tidy and clean, good kitchen, lounge area, books, local info etc. Could have done with a bit more info on the stay and departure etiquette.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
隔音較不好
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

とても良い

とても親切でフレンドリーなスタッフさん達と大自然の中に泊まれて非日常の体験ができる。wifiが快適
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Affordable and good stay

Location was great! So close to restaurants, grocery stores and shops. Room smelled like feet. I stayed in a 4 bed dorm. The common area was huge and there were 2 kitchens which made socializing very fun
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One night in Nelson at the YHA

The reception staff at this YHA are really the nicest, most welcoming bunch you could hope for. All of them were so pleasant and so helpful that we told them so directly when it was time to check out. The hostel is clean and well equipped. We were early for checking in and they put our food needing refrigeration in their own fridge. Our double room was clean and well equipped including a TV. Furnishings are always sparse in hostels even in the private rooms but the value for money can't be beat. We also rented bikes for 3 hours. Bikes were in good condition. They were not concerned about charging us extra when we were out longer than planned. These things really make a difference to your feeling about a place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hostel

Good hostel. Nice double room with bathroom just down the corridor. Excellent value for a 1 night stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Staff & service

Hotel well situated

Place with internet and wi-fi not reliable to use because it was off most of the time. When we asked about it the lady at the reception answered that her lap top was working fine and their was nothing she could do about it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018