Popular LocationNelson Provincial Museum15 min walk
Popular LocationChrist Church Cathedral17 min walk
AirportNelson (NSN)11 min drive
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About this area
Nelson
Tasman Bay Backpackers is located in The Wood, a neighbourhood in Nelson, and is near the airport. Waahi Taakaro Golf Club and Nelson Golf Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Queens Gardens and Natureland Zoo. Nelson Fun Park and Pic's Peanut Butter World are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with skydiving and mountain biking. Guests appreciate the hostel's central location.
Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre - 9 min walk
The Suter - 14 min walk
Nelson Provincial Museum - 15 min walk
Christ Church Cathedral - 17 min walk
Getting around
Nelson (NSN) - 11 min drive
About this property
Tasman Bay Backpackers
Nelson hostel in The Wood with free parking
Concierge services, laundry facilities and a library are available at this smoke-free hostel. Free WiFi in public areas is provided, as well as free self parking, free train station pick-up and a free manager's reception. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden and barbecues are on-site.
Tasman Bay Backpackers offers 21 accommodations with a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Languages spoken
Dutch, English
Cleaning and safety practices
Enhanced cleanliness measures
Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter
Guest accommodations are sealed after cleaning
Social distancing
Social distancing measures in place
Safety measures
Hand sanitiser provided
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
This information is provided by our partners.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and public transport
Free self-parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Free train station pick-up shuttle
Food and drink
Free daily reception
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Fridge
Conveniences
Front-desk safe
Library
No lifts
Guest services
Concierge services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Tour/ticket assistance
Outdoors
BBQ grill(s)
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
This property offers transfers from the train station; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This hotel's reception is open from 8 AM until 1 PM and 3 PM until 9 PM.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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:
Cash deposit: NZD 10.00 per stay for guests aged under 18 years old
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
National rating
This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.
Property is also known as
Tasman Backpackers
Tasman Bay
Tasman Bay Backpackers
Tasman Bay Backpackers Hostel
Tasman Bay Backpackers Hostel Nelson
Tasman Bay Backpackers Nelson
Tasman Bay Backpackers Hotel Nelson
Tasman Bay Backpackers Nelson
Tasman Bay Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Tasman Bay Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Nelson
Frequently asked questions
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
As of 27 Jun 2022, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tasman Bay Backpackers on 2 Jul 2022 start from NZ$81.31, including 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.
Self parking is free at this property.
Check-in is from noon - 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Located in The Wood, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Trafalgar Park and Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre. Founders Park and The Suter are also within 15 minutes.
Yes, Tasman Bay Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to Tasman Bay Backpackers cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
Overall score and ratings
4.5
Wonderful
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The whole stay was uncomfortable. The walls are paper thin and the other guests were up and loud well past 2am. We could hear them speaking. Not shouting. Speaking. The walls are that bad. The shower curtain had an almost tangible stench. The soap bottle in our ensuite room had been watered down significantly. The spare blankets in the closet had the smell of death on them. I woke up in the morning smelling like the musty mattress, a smell that was difficult to get off thanks to the extraordinarily low water pressure in the bathroom, not to mention the fact that even with shower shoes I felt uncomfortable being in the shower area. I wouldn't recommend this property to anyone. It's the only time I've ever stayed somewhere and genuinely wanted to demand my money back. For the life of me I don't understand the 5 star reviews, they must be from people who usually stay in the free DOC huts.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
3/5 Okay
Verified traveller
Travelled with partner
31 Dec 2020
The ensuite room we had for 3 nights was spacious, clean and comfortable with a superior queen bed. Perfect sleep every night. The ensuite was the biggest i have seen in this type of accommodation. It was also sited privately from the rest of the accommodation. The property was constantly full of clients. Maybe because of this, the weak points were, the kitchen area needed to be managed better that ensured it was hygenically clean and there was a constant supply of clean tea towels. There was no TV anywhere and the onsite parking was inadequate.
Excellent service and room conditions. The staff knew a lot about the city and had provided booklets in the rooms. Free dessert in the lounge to encourage socialising is a great idea!