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Tasman Bay Backpackers

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Outdoor dining
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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
10 Weka Street, Nelson, 7010
  • Trafalgar Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Christ Church Cathedral
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Nelson Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Nelson (NSN)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Six Bed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Single Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Single Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Four Bed Dormitory | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Four Bed Dormitory

  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Three Bed Dormitory | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Three Bed Dormitory

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Queen Ensuite Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Queen Ensuite Room

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Shared Bathroom

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About this property

Tasman Bay Backpackers

Hostel in Nelson with free parking
Concierge services, laundry facilities and a library are available at this smoke-free hostel. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking and a free manager's reception are also provided. 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. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Tasman Bay Backpackers, you're just a quick walk from Trafalgar Park. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a free manager's reception.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Trafalgar Park and Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre
A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Tasman Bay Backpackers. Free self parking is available.

This Nelson hostel is smoke free.

The hostel hosts a free manager's reception daily.

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
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • 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 at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are 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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property's front desk is open during the following times:
  • Monday - Sunday: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

National 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

Tasman Bay Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 132 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marsa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of our needs were met and we enjoyed the nightly option of gratis hot chocolate pudding and vanilla ice cream.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ehren, Arcata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and it's in a great location wihban easy walk to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria-Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My second stay in this hostel. It was just as good as my first stay, lots of stuff to do, nice area to hang out, nice people and friendly staff. It is super clean and you get everything you need. The receptionist was very helpful, too :)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly clean, excellent facilities and lovely Staff. Really nice area too
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ehren, Arcata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and accommodating staff. Very nice room and very clean. I loved the kitchen and dining room where you get to talk to all the guests who are on various journeys
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good Vibes, Check In After 3:30pm

I stayed in a private double room before and after the Abel Tasman Track. I was able to leave my luggage in a secure closet at reception for free. The hostel felt homey and had a nice community vibe to it. I credit the friendly staff for that. Towels and bar soap were provided, at least for the private double room. The walls are thin so earplugs are recommended depending on how loud your neighbors are. Kitchen was well stocked, free coffee and tea, and of course the free chocolate "pudding" (cake and ice cream) at 8pm. My only complaint is that the Hotels.com confirmation said check in starts at noon (which already seemed oddly early) but reception actually closes during midday and does not re-open until 3:30pm.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely friendly and welcoming stay

We were going to be late arriving adter the ferry broke down. An email was replied to quickly and an envelope with access codes left taped to the door. Thank you. Lovely friendly and homely stay, staff were very gelpful and the chocolate pudding and ice fream delicious, thank you again. Good location, quiet but easy access to town. Would definitely use again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

leila

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
2nd stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and social environment
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an awesome backpackers! Located 5 minute walk from town, well equipped for travellers, with plenty of additional thoughtful touches to promote a sense of community for those that stay. Out door hammocks, and garden seating areas, an indoor fire, comfy couches, an electric piano, guitar, a clothing trading chest along with chocolate pudding and ice cream served each night at 8, all promoted a sense of home away from home. Staff were friendly, efficient and the kitchen was clearly signed with instructions to promote a clean well functioning area. There was a lovely vibe and sense of caring amongst visitors. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

José Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place for short stances
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great experience - will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucille

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good atmosphere, felt safe and comfortable, warm and happy place loved the chocolate pudding!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

???

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best backpackers ever!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in queen double room with ensuite. Very comfortable bed and clean rooms. Great kitchen with plenty of utensils
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Great Hostel

This hostel is great. It's a little out of the way if you don't have a car, but the bus is only $3 from the airport and it's only an 11 minute walk. They have chocolate pudding every evening at 8pm. *(for Americans, it's not milky, liquidy pudding, but baked "pudding".) It gets pretty cold in the fall/winter. They offer extra blankets, but I still found it very chilly. I really liked the communal spaces and the hammocks, love a good hammock. I think this hostel is probably really busy in the summer, but in late April/May it's less busy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Evelyn

Travelled with family

Nice place but noisy main stayer in the hostel

The place is ok but the problem was the stayer of the hostel they’re very noisy talking and laughing up to past midnight as if no cares in the world! The washing room only has a separate hot and cold water literally! It’s either you washed your face or hands with freezing cold or boiling hot water! You choose.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ursula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place was just fine for me, thanks. Only thing that detracted it is that the walls are very thin, so other people's steps, door-closings and conversations were all too audible, even through my earplugs!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

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

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was as expected for this type of accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Jan 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