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Tasman Bay Backpackers

2.0 star property

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A pathway leading through a garden with a red mailbox labeled 'NO CIRCULARS' and the number '10'.
Interior
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a wooden fence with a colorful mural.
Reception
Six Bed Dormitory | In-room safe, WiFi (free), individually decorated

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is $52
$45 nightly
$52 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30

Explore the area

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10 Weka Street, Nelson, 7010
  • Place, Trafalgar Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Founders Heritage Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Nelson Market
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with two beds, one with a blue and white patterned bedspread and the other with a plain white bedspread. There is a small table with a blue and white design between the beds.

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Queen Ensuite Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a person standing on the top bunk holding a book, another person sitting on the top bunk, and a desk with a lamp.

Four Bed Dormitory

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, WiFi (free), individually decorated

Six Bed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Three Bed Dormitory

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Nelson

A stay at Tasman Bay Backpackers places you in the heart of Nelson, within a 10-minute walk of Trafalgar Park and Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre. .This hostel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from The Suter and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Queens Gardens.
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What's nearby

  • Trafalgar Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Founders Heritage Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Nelson Market - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Nelson Provincial Museum - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bobby Franks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Victus Coffee & Eatery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪River Kitchen Nelson - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Free House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Dog's Bone - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Tasman Bay Backpackers

Tasman Bay Backpackers offers 21 accommodations with safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 21 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include safes, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This hostel also features concierge services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area.
Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1987
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

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 percent 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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 credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

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. 88 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 148 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and awesome space. Bea backpackers I have stayed in.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking. Helpful friendly staff. Clean and tidy communal areas. Feijoas and chocolate pudding extra bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay staff are friendly and very helpful.. they have thought of everything
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

helpful kind staff, clean rooms, free towels for shower & wonderful nightly vegan chocolate pudding :)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

NORIKO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so kind and attentive, I had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything clean, good service. Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly and inclusive backpacker vibes but in a clean and well maintained hostel. I had a private room and it was very spacious and clean and comfy. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fritz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes very good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very relaxed atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ehren

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felisa

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

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

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

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

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

8/10 Good

Christian

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

10/10 Excellent

Ali

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

10/10 Excellent

Lucille

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
Verified

8/10 Good

John

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marsa

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
Verified

8/10 Good

???

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

10/10 Excellent

Ehren

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
Verified

8/10 Good

José Maria

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

8/10 Good

Glenn

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

10/10 Excellent

Maxima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel was amazing. The atmosphere was really relaxed and it was easy to meet other people. Especially the chocolate pudding helped with that.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Russ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, but the bed was extremely creaky. Being of an older age group, probably not the best place for me, as the young ones were quite rowdy till late hours, also stomping around loudly. One was vomiting loudly in the middle of the night, which was unpleasant to hear. These are not the fault of the property managers, but indicates the demographic you may have to encounter. Other than that my room was clean, bedding was clean with fresh towels. Secure parking. Suited my budget and travelling situation for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026