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About this property

Built in 1888, The Prince Albert Backpackers & Bar is a heritage building with free Wi-Fi, an onsite bar and restaurant and a cafe on weekdays Prince Albert Backpackers is a 5-minute walk from Nelson. It is a 10-minute walk from the bus terminal. It is a 5-minute drive from Trafalgar Park and a 15-minute drive from Nelson Airport. All heated rooms have carpeted floors and an en suite bathroom with a shower and toilet. All rooms have linen provided. Guests can relax outdoors on the sun terrace in a hammock or prepare a meal in the shared kitchen. Come ask us about activities around the Top of the South, we are happy to advise where we can. The cafe is open from 7:30am Monday to Friday while the restaurant is open from midday 7 days a week. Please head to our website for an updated menu. Your property description is created based on the facilities and amenities you add. It’s then translated into multiple languages, which can increase bookings by appealing to all potential guests.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

    • Situated in the best rated area in Nelson, this property has an excellent location score of 8.6

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 single bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Chris
    Australia Australia
    God location, great food, excellent amenities fo4 travelers looking to cook, do laundry etc. Perfect for a few nights in Nelson. Will definitely be back!
  • Chris
    Australia Australia
    Always love staying here. Cool vibe, relaxed atmosphere and good position to explore Nelson from. All at very reasonable prices!
  • Piriz
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Excellent service and friendly staff. Room are clean and comfortable. Good price and location 👌
  • Ellen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Comfortable, big dorms. Clean, great facilities and really helpful staff (plus the cafe and restaurant were good and the 10% discount was much appreciated)
  • Sophie
    France France
    I really enjoyed my stay here. The staff is super friendly and helpful. The shower is also amazing. There's a bar and a coffee shop downstairs, which is very convenient.
  • Seow
    Singapore Singapore
    Steve has the best service. The cafe also serves the best coffee.
  • Pia
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The staff was super friendly and the place looks good. The chicken parm dish of the bar is amazing !!
  • Nicholas
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great welcome, everyone was very friendly. We were shown around which was nice. There is a bar and they serve meals, money off the meals if you are guests. OK parking around the back, easy to find once you know where to look! Good sized room,...
  • Keith
    New Zealand New Zealand
    I’ve stayed so many times over the years, I feel very comfortable there.
  • Starlight
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The staff are incredibly friendly and attentive, ensuring we're aware of all the amenities and giving us a warm, welcoming tour. The beds and pillows are extremely comfortable, making for a restful stay. Everything is spotless, and considering the...

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Brunch • Dinner
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Check-out
From 01:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
5+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 20 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that for the dormitory rooms, towels are not included in the price. You can rent them at the property or bring your own.

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform The Prince Albert Backpackers & Bar in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

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