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The Prince Albert Backpackers and Bar

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Overview of The Prince Albert Backpackers and Bar

The Prince Albert Backpackers and Bar

2 out of 5

4.5/5 Wonderful

Guests rated this property 4.5/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Kitchen
  • Business services
  • Bar

Cleaning and safety practices

  • Cleaned with disinfectant
  • Hand sanitiser provided
  • Social distancing
  • Sheets and towels washed at 60°C
113 Nile Street, Nelson, 7010

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationChrist Church Cathedral9 min walk
  • Popular LocationTrafalgar Park18 min walk
  • Popular LocationCentre of New Zealand Monument20 min walk
  • AirportNelson (NSN)10 min drive

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About this area

Nelson

Located in Nelson, The Prince Albert Backpackers and Bar is in the city centre. Nelson Provincial Museum and Founders Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Queens Gardens and Natureland Zoo. Nelson Fun Park and Pic's Peanut Butter World are also worth visiting. Kayaking and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Queens Gardens - 5 min walk
  • The Suter - 7 min walk
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 9 min walk
  • Trafalgar Park - 18 min walk
  • Centre of New Zealand Monument - 20 min walk

Restaurants

  • The Prince Albert — 1 min walk
  • Hardy Street Sprig and Fern Tavern - 7 min walk
  • Urban Oyster Bar - 7 min walk
  • The Baker's Coffee Shop - 7 min walk
  • The Free House - 7 min walk

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 10 min drive

About this property

The Prince Albert Backpackers and Bar

Nelson hostel in Nelson City Centre with free area shuttle and business centre
This hostel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas is provided, as well as free self parking, a free area shuttle and a free shopping centre shuttle. Other amenities include a business centre, free use of bicycles and concierge services. All 13 rooms provide conveniences such as living rooms and dining areas, plus free WiFi and patios.
The Prince Albert Backpackers and Bar offers 13 forms of accommodation. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation offers separate living rooms. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

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

Social distancing

Contactless check-out
Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Hand sanitiser provided
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
  • Free local area shuttle
  • Free shopping centre shuttle

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Free bike hire

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate living room
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • No lifts

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Portuguese
  • Spanish

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • 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.
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (select rooms)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Dining room
  • Shared kitchen access

Outdoor space

  • Patio

More

  • Separate living room
  • Separate sitting area

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at the time of service, check-in or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

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 Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

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

Prince Albert Backpackers Bar Hostel Nelson
Prince Albert Backpackers Bar Hostel
Prince Albert Backpackers Bar Nelson
Prince Albert Backpackers Bar
The Prince Albert Backpackers and Bar Nelson

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Overall score and ratings

4.5

Wonderful

Rating 5 - Excellent. 57 out of 107 reviews
5 - Excellent 53%
Rating 4 - Good. 43 out of 107 reviews
4 - Good 40%
Rating 3 - Okay. 6 out of 107 reviews
3 - Okay 6%
Rating 2 - Poor. 1 out of 107 reviews
2 - Poor 1%
Rating 1 - Terrible. 0 out of 107 reviews
1 - Terrible 0%

4.5/5

Cleanliness

4.5/5

Staff & service

4.4/5

Amenities

4.2/5

Property conditions & facilities
Write a review

5/5 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Good Guinness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

5/5 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really welcoming and friendly vibe.Recommend as a good spot to stay.Central too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

5/5 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

4/5 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Old and lovely. Nice stay. Cozy. Comfy. Very central.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

3/5 Okay

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Economical, reasonable accommodation
Basic facilities as expected in a Backpackers. Ensuite room was clean and more than adequate. Some limits on availability of service, timing for free breakfast, etc
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020