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The Fountain Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel with outdoor tennis court, walk to Nelson Market
your current months are May, 2024 and June, 2024.
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June 2024

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Reception
Exterior
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Bathroom
Living room
Reviews
7.4

Good

Popular amenities

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Explore the area

Map
89 Haven Road, Nelson, 7010
  • Popular LocationNelson Market8 min walk
  • Popular LocationTrafalgar Park12 min walk
  • Popular LocationTahunanui Beach Reserve6 min drive
  • AirportNelson (NSN)13 min drive
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Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Bed in 4-Bed Dorm Room

Highlights

Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room, Private Bathroom

Deluxe Triple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Private Bathroom

Deluxe Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Nelson

The Fountain Backpackers is located in Nelson City Centre, a neighborhood in Nelson. Nelson Provincial Museum and Founders Park are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Nelson Market and Richmond Mall. Check out an event or a game at Trafalgar Park, and consider making time for Queens Gardens, a top attraction not to be missed.
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What's nearby

  • Nelson Market - 8 min walk
  • Trafalgar Park - 12 min walk
  • Queens Gardens - 17 min walk
  • Nelson Hospital - 4 min drive
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 9 min walk
  • Stefano S - 7 min walk
  • Anchor Restaurant & Bar - 9 min walk
  • Sublime Coffee - 10 min walk
  • Pizza Hut - 9 min walk

About this property

The Fountain Backpackers

Hostel near Trafalgar Park
The Fountain Backpackers is located close to Nelson Market and Nelson Provincial Museum, and provides a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Bike hire, an outdoor tennis court and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • A TV in reception, barbecues and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at The Fountain Backpackers have amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer on request
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

More

  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Late check-in fee: 10-percent of room rate for check-in after 7 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 10.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 20.00 per person (roundtrip)
  • Late check-in fee: 10-percent of room rate for check-in after 7 PM

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

We should mention

Children 9 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Fountain Backpackers Hostel Nelson
Fountain Backpackers Hostel
Fountain Backpackers Nelson
Fountain Backpackers
The Fountain Backpackers Nelson
The Fountain Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Fountain Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Nelson

Frequently asked questions

Is The Fountain Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Fountain Backpackers?

There is free parking nearby.

Does The Fountain Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

The Fountain Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

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