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Best Nelson hostels

These are the best prices for 28-29 Sep.
Wakatu Lodge - Nelson - Building
Wakatu Lodge
Nelson, New Zealand
8.2Very Good(327)
Free Wi-Fi
R682+
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Almond House Hostel - Nelson - Building
Almond House Hostel
Nelson, New Zealand
8.2Very Good(287)
Free Wi-Fi
R845+
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Abel's Central Backpackers - Nelson - Kitchen
Abel's Central Backpackers
Nelson, New Zealand
6.6Okay(204)
Free Wi-Fi
R195+
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The Bug Backpackers - Nelson
The Bug Backpackers
Nelson, New Zealand
7.7Good(931)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
R634+
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Bouncing Lamb Backpackers - Nelson
Bouncing Lamb Backpackers
Nelson, New Zealand
8.6Very Good(148)
R796+
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Nelson Beach Hostel - Nelson
Nelson Beach Hostel
Nelson, New Zealand
8.5Very Good(64)
Free Wi-Fi
R699+
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Downtown Backpackers - Nelson
Downtown Backpackers
Nelson, New Zealand
6.1Okay(428)
Free Wi-Fi
R877+
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Nelson hostels near the city centre

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Tasman Bay Backpackers - Nelson
Tasman Bay Backpackers
Nelson, New Zealand
9.0Wonderful(1231)
R829+
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The Prince Albert Backpackers & Bar - Nelson
The Prince Albert Backpackers & Bar
Nelson, New Zealand
8.2Very Good(1422)
R747+
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The Palace Backpackers - Nelson
The Palace Backpackers
Nelson, New Zealand
8.0Very Good(539)
R715+
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Paradiso Backpackers - Nelson - Restaurant
Paradiso Backpackers
Nelson, New Zealand
7.0Good(772)
R260+
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KAYAK’s insights for hostels in Nelson

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Nelson with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hostel rates in Nelson?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Nelson is December, with an average nightly rate of R325. The most expensive month is January at R926 per night.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in Nelson?

Sunday offers the lowest rates in Nelson, with an average nightly price of R261/night. The highest prices are found on Wednesday, with average rates at R917/night.

How much is a hostel in Nelson for tonight?

The cheapest deal for a hostel in Nelson found by KAYAK users in the last 5 days was R324.

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November
September
R762
R417
Cheapest month to stay with an average 61% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 30% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Nelson

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Nelson?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Nelson is R343 compared to R1 919 for a night in a hotel.

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