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Hostels in Cable Bay

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Featured Hostels in Cable Bay

Beach
Bridge Backpackers
2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (142)
"Good place in nice city center area — great staff —- good backpacker environment "
The price is NZ$109
per night
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Bridge Backpackers
Outdoor dining
Tasman Bay Backpackers
2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (113)
"This hostel is great. It's a little out of the way if you don't have a car, but the bus is only $3 from the airport and it's only an 11 minute walk. They have chocolate pudding every evening at 8pm. *(for Americans, it's not milky, liquidy pudding, but baked "pudding".) It gets pretty cold in the fall/winter. They offer extra blankets, but I still found it very chilly. I really liked the communal spaces and the hammocks, love a good hammock. I think this hostel is probably really busy in the...
The price is NZ$78
per night
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Tasman Bay Backpackers
Property amenity
Downtown Backpackers
2.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (62)
"I don't know how Expedia could list such a property on its website. The property is indicated as a backpacker establishment but it is more a boarding house for the down and out. The premises were filthy and unsanitary, the carpet was solid with dirt and sticky, the sheets had blood stains on them, there was rubbish and boxes lying everywhere in the common areas. I felt unsafe. When I told the proprietor that I wanted to leave she insisted on taking a cancellation fee. There was nothing else...
Downtown Backpackers
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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Paradiso Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (67)
"awesome wee place friendly and helpful staff lovely last minute decision "
Paradiso Backpacker Hostel
Exterior
Wakatu Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (20)
"Very enjoyable and comfortable, would stay again without doubt."
Wakatu Lodge - Hostel
Exterior detail
YHA Nelson by Accents - Hostel
2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (89)
" Very central in town. Really friendly. I found the people in Nelson including the staff Very pleasant and caring to one another"
YHA Nelson by Accents - Hostel
Outdoor banquet area
Almond House Hostel
2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4)
"Friendly and lovely place. "
Almond House Hostel
Front of property
The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers
2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (10)
"The twin room was next to the kitchen where people came in and had very loud concersations until 2.30am and the first people in the morning arrived at 6.30am. The only windows where to the kitchen and the hallway and there was no fresh air. Over all too hot and too noisy to get enough sleep."
The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers
Exterior
Aurora Backpackers
2.0 star property
Aurora Backpackers
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Other property types in Cable Bay

Outdoor pool
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1296)
"Amazing, comfortable and clean. Love the decor in the room. Great facilities. Highly recommend."
The price is NZ$115
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Studio
Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (393)
"Easy checkin and good location "
The price is NZ$168
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Quest Nelson
Beach nearby, beach towels, rowing
Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (189)
"Great place to stay, off street parking with plenty of dinner options a short walk or drive away. Even better a short walk to Tahuna Beach offering great views and safe swimming."
The price is NZ$203
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Beaches Nelson
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Cable Bay Hostels information

Number of reviews
507
Accommodation
10 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$78
Highest Price
NZ$109

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Cable Bay?
You may like the nightly rates at this top accommodation option in the area, which has good reviews from our travellers: The Hotel Nelson - 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from the heart of Cable Bay. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking and tour/ticket assistance at this motel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Cable Bay?
Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 8°C. Average annual precipitation for Cable Bay is 1542 mm.
What is there to see and do in Cable Bay?
Get out into nature with places such as Queens Gardens, Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Founders Heritage Park. Cultural attractions include World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars, Founders Park and Nelson Provincial Museum. Locals like to shop at Montgomery Square and Nelson Market.
What's the best way to get to and around Cable Bay while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Cable Bay in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Nelson (NSN), 13.6 mi (21.9 km) from the city centre. Another option is Picton (PCN), located 31 mi (49.9 km) away.

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