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      Tasman Bay Backpackers

      239 Reviews
      #1 of 42 Specialty Lodging in Nelson
      10 Weka Street, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
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      27/08/2017 28/08/2017
      US$56
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      4.5
      239 reviews
      • Excellent70%
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      • Average3%
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      “every evening” (15 reviews)
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      Breakfast included
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      2.0 Star Hotel
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      1 - 5 of 198 reviews

      Reviewed 4 days ago via mobile
      Character and cake

      This place a reasonable size without beinb too big. There is cake at 8 every nigt and they encourage people to socialise with a rule that you cant use devices between 8 and 9 in common areas. To some extent it worked and we chatted...More

      Thank Chris H
      Reviewed 2 weeks ago
      Perfect to socialize and eat cake

      We stayed there for our honeymoon and were happy to have chosen the place. Really enjoyed the professional, yet warm and friendly staff, common room with many seating options and of course the dessert hour that was supposed to be wifi free. Good location and...More

      Thank janasele
      Reviewed 13 July 2017 via mobile
      Good place to stay!

      We stayed here 5 weeks whilst waiting for more permanent accommodation. This hostel was homely, warm and the staff were friendly and helpful. The log fire was a nice touch, there is plenty of lounging and dining space. Free tea and coffee which is a...More

      Thank Ayesha H
      Reviewed 1 July 2017 via mobile
      Favourite hostel in NZ!

      We stayed here 3 nights. Very cute and cosy hostel. Lots of space. Very friendly staff. The chocolate pudding was a lovely touch. Showers hot. Wifi excellent. They really do go the extra mile... would definitely recommend! Sophie and Cameron

      Thank Sophie G
      Reviewed 16 June 2017
      Very well thought out

      Tasman Bay Backpackers was without a doubt one of my favorite hostels in New Zealand. You could tell that they had experience in hostels, and knew what made the difference between a good stay and a great stay. Sturdy bunk beds (minimal squeaking and swaying!),...More

      Thank mt_sarah29
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      • Free Parking
      • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
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      • Self-Serve Laundry
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      • Price range
      • US$39 - US$56 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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      • Kitchenette ,
      • Non-Smoking Rooms
      • Number of rooms
      • 19
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      20 March 2015|
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      Response from TasmanBayBP | Property representative |
      Hi there, the Double room has shared facilities. The bathrooms/showers are in the hallway away from the rooms. This time of the year the full price applies. Reduced rates apply only in the Winter season. We hope this info... More
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      "Better stay in the first floor"
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      "I only saw the triple room, which was great to me. I'd say upstairs, rooms 14-18 would be a little less..."
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      "Don't book a twin ensuite room as there is no such thing"
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      "all room are quiet, of course if you stay in a dorm, could be noisy for the roommates"
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