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Wakatu Lodge - Nelson - Building
Wakatu Lodge
8.2 Very Good
R791+
R791+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Ottos Backpackers - Nelson - Living room
Ottos Backpackers
8.4 Very Good
R2 996+
R2 996+
Free Wi-Fi
The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers - Nelson - Bedroom
The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers - Nelson - Bedroom
The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers
8.6 Very Good
R923+
R923+
Free Wi-Fi
Honeysuckle House - Nelson - Bedroom
Honeysuckle House - Nelson - Bedroom
Honeysuckle House
7.5 Good
R358+
R358+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Downtown Backpackers - Nelson - Kitchen
Downtown Backpackers - Nelson - Kitchen
Downtown Backpackers
6.2 Okay
R1 168+
R1 168+
Free Wi-Fi
Almond House Hostel - Nelson - Balcony
Almond House Hostel - Nelson - Balcony
Almond House Hostel
8.2 Very Good
R980+
R980+
Free Wi-Fi
Paradiso Backpacker Hostel - Nelson - Bedroom
Paradiso Backpacker Hostel - Nelson - Bedroom
Paradiso Backpacker Hostel
7 Good
R301+
R301+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Aurora Backpackers - Nelson
Aurora Backpackers - Nelson
Aurora Backpackers
6.7 Okay
R471+
R471+
Free Wi-Fi
Nelson Beach Hostel - Nelson
Nelson Beach Hostel - Nelson
Nelson Beach Hostel
8.4 Very Good
R810+
R810+
Free Wi-Fi
The Customhouse - Nelson
The Customhouse - Nelson
The Customhouse
4 Mediocre
R800+
R800+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
The Palace Backpackers - Nelson
The Palace Backpackers - Nelson
The Palace Backpackers
7.1 Good
R339+
R339+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
The Bug Backpackers - Nelson
The Bug Backpackers - Nelson
The Bug Backpackers
7.3 Good
R377+
R377+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi

Nelson hostels near the city centre

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Tasman Bay Backpackers - Nelson - Bedroom
Tasman Bay Backpackers
8.8 Very Good
R396+
R396+
The Prince Albert Backpackers & Bar - Nelson
The Prince Albert Backpackers & Bar
8 Very Good
R301+
R301+
Bridge Backpackers - Nelson - Dining room
Bridge Backpackers - Nelson - Dining room
Bridge Backpackers
7.5 Good
R358+
R358+
Yha Nelson - Nelson - Restaurant
Yha Nelson - Nelson - Restaurant
Yha Nelson
8.3 Very Good
R415+
R415+
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Low season

June

High season

May

Average price (weeknight)

R381

Average price (weekend night)

R825
Cheapest month to stay with an average 41% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 118% rise in price.
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When to book a hostel in Nelson

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Top tips for finding Nelson hostel deals

  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book more than 90 days before your stay to get the best price for a Nelson hostel.

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 R35 compared to R155 for a night in a hotel.

  • How much does a hostel cost in Nelson?

    Hostel prices in Nelson can vary depending on a number of factors. The average price for a hostel in Nelson is R35 but KAYAK users have found hostels for as cheap as R18 in the last 3 days.

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