Tasman Bay Backpackers

2.0 star property
Nelson hostel in The Wood with free parking

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Tasman Bay Backpackers

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Outdoor dining
Single Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi
Meeting facility
Lobby sitting area
Queen Ensuite Room | Bathroom | Towels

Overview of Tasman Bay Backpackers

Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
The price is £36
Price available on 29/4/2024

Your area essentials

10 Weka Street, Nelson, 7010
  • Popular LocationTrafalgar Park6 min walk
  • Popular LocationNelson Market16 min walk
  • Popular LocationNelson Hospital4 min drive
  • AirportNelson (NSN)10 min drive
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Room options

Six Bed Dormitory

cleanliness

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fridge
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Single Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fridge
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
In-room safe
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Four Bed Dormitory

cleanliness

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fridge
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
In-room safe
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Three Bed Dormitory

cleanliness

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fridge
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
In-room safe
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Queen Ensuite Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fridge
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
In-room safe
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

cleanliness

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fridge
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
In-room safe
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

cleanliness

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fridge
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
In-room safe
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Nelson

Tasman Bay Backpackers is located in The Wood, a neighbourhood in Nelson, and is near the airport. Founders Heritage Park and Founders Park are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Montgomery Square and Nelson Market. Queens Gardens and Nelson Fun Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.

What's nearby

  • Trafalgar Park - 6 min walk
  • Nelson Market - 16 min walk
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 17 min walk
  • Nelson Hospital - 4 min drive
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sprig & Fern Hardy St - 14 min walk
  • The Free House - 11 min walk
  • Urban Oyster Bar & Eatery - 14 min walk
  • Stefano S - 11 min walk
  • Anchor Restaurant & Bar - 15 min walk

About this property

Tasman Bay Backpackers

Hostel located in The Wood
Consider a stay at Tasman Bay Backpackers and take advantage of a free daily manager's reception, a terrace and a garden. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Concierge services, barbecues and a front desk safe
  • Smoke-free property, tour/ticket information and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Fridges, stovetops and cookware/dishes/utensils

Languages

Dutch, English, German

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • No housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Building
  • Built in 1987
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Refrigerator

Outdoor space

  • Yard

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:30 AM - 12:30 PM) and Monday - Sunday (3:30 PM - 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
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

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 at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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

Is Tasman Bay Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tasman Bay Backpackers?

As of 29 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tasman Bay Backpackers on 29 Apr 2024 start from £36.03, 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.

How much is parking at Tasman Bay Backpackers?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tasman Bay Backpackers?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Tasman Bay Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Tasman Bay Backpackers located?

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 Founders Heritage Park are also within 15 minutes.

Tasman Bay Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 111 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisangela

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
After traveling long hrs we realized that check in was until 8pm. We were way passed that. Drive by to property and found instructions inside an envelope on how to go in 🙌. People staying there were very nice. Place was clean and very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Traveler arrived for check in 2 hours into the designated check-in time and was told that she wouldn’t be able to check in for another hour or so because there was no one to do it. She was exhausted and needing rest after traveling for 24 hrs, and wasn’t directed to a common area to wait, but invited to put her suitcase in a closet of some sort. She was able to check in 45-60 min later, and the space was fine. Just unavailable and confusing at a time when it would’ve been preferred to have the room and check-in process as described.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Felisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly hostel, clean and tidy

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly rezeption, clean rooms,

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay at Tasman Bay Backpackers was great, the staff were really friendly and welcoming and the hostel was clean throughout. It’s close to the centre of town but very quiet at night. The nightly chocolate pudding was a nice touch and great opportunity to chat to others in the communal areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elijah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This accommodation is extremely surprising, compared to many others. It feels more like a well kept, vibrant and relaxed large house instead of a commercial property, while still maintaining an excellent level of staff attendance, and security and room availability. All of the guests staying there were very friendly, and there are plenty of sinks, cooking areas, fridges, food storage and bathrooms available. The lounge area is large and cosy, and they serve delicious ice cream and chocolate cake every single night! Also, as an extra bonus, there's a very friendly and approachable female cat that always is happy to receive attention. Recommend 10/10, can't think of any faults at all.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020