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4.7 out of 5

"I liked the clranliness and not being overwhelmed by people...due to covid i guess. I didnt like music playing in hallways...npt everyone has the same ... " More

By a verified traveller on Wed 22 Dec 2021

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Hotel Description

YHA Nelson by Accents - Hostel puts you in the heart of Nelson, steps from Nelson Market and within a 10-minute stroll of Christ Church Cathedral. Highlights at this hostel include free self parking and a sauna.

You can enjoy free WiFi and hair dryers, featured in all 27 soundproofed rooms. Housekeeping is not available.

This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services, and a game room. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a library, and a terrace. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby.

Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Nelson City Centre hostel include The Suter and Trafalgar Park.

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

Bed Count 3 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

YHA Nelson by Accents - Hostel ratings based on 20 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.7 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for YHA Nelson by Accents - Hostel

Everyone (17) Couples (2) Family (1)
5 out of 5
I liked the clranliness and not being overwhelmed by people...due to covid i guess. I didnt like music playing in hallways...npt everyone has the same tastes Giy on front frsk made me feel teally welcome. Bread in kitchen was good too.

Posted by on 22 Dec. 2021

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4 out of 5
Quite clean and tidy, nice to see free bread for breakfast in the kitchen. Room was facing the road and quite noisy (not sure why, it was as if the buildings were amplifying the noises made by every car or person that walked past) so didn't sleep well.

Posted by on 30 Nov. 2020

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5 out of 5

Great location.

Value for money in a top location. Great facilities and a clean hostel.

Posted by on 9 Jan. 2017

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5 out of 5

Get Tramping!

Pros: Quiet, had an ensuite, clean
Cons: not much
Location: start tracks + see tourist info
Excellent spot to get provisions (several close by supermarkets & camping shops) & get ready to hike the Abel Tasman & Heaphy tracks.Bus connections here to to start of tracks.

Posted by , from Bundaberg, Aus on 23 Apr. 2016

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5 out of 5
Pros: Very pleasant staff. Very accommodating.
Location: Just right
Facilities: Outstanding; Value: Affordable; Service: Outstanding; Cleanliness: Spotless;

Posted by , from Australia - NSW - Regional NSW on 21 Feb. 2015

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3 out of 5
Cons: Very small and smelly room- noisy too
Facilities: Tired, My room smelt musty- yuk!; Value: Over-priced; Service: Polite;

Posted by on 8 Feb. 2015

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5 out of 5

Posted by on 13 Jan. 2015

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5 out of 5
Pros: After arriving at 7.30pm at night, easy to find and short Walt from bus stop!
Cons: None. Perfect.
Location: Perfect, Exactly where you want it
Cleanliness: Immaculate; Clerical error saw me double charged, and was brought to my attention and refunded 34 hours later. Fantastic!!

Posted by , from Australia - VIC - Regional VIC on 26 Apr. 2014

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5 out of 5
Pros: Very pleasent reception just befor closing time
Cons: Traffic noise at night
Nelson is a great town

Posted by , from New Zealand - Auckland on 2 Apr. 2014

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5 out of 5
Pros: Cleanliness and the kitchen
They accidently charged me for the room when I arrived even though I prepaid, then they gave me my money back.

Posted by on 15 Jan. 2014

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About the YHA Nelson by Accents

Location 59 Rutherford St, Nelson, 7010

Property Features

As a guest of YHA Nelson by Accents - Hostel, you'll find a sauna, a library, and a terrace. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room are also featured at YHA Nelson by Accents - Hostel. Free self parking is available. This Nelson hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking , Free parking nearby

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

YHA Nelson by Accents - Hostel offers 27 accommodations with hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. This Nelson hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen.

  • Communal kitchen access
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Blackout drapes
  • Sound-insulated rooms

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 8:30 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 8:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay, Eurocard, debit cards, and cash.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Front desk opens daily at 8:30 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 8:30 PM
  • Debit cards
  • UnionPay
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place

Hotel Names

  • YHA Backpacker House Nelson Central
  • YHA Nelson Central Backpacker
  • YHA Nelson Accents House
  • YHA Accents House
  • YHA Nelson Accents
  • YHA Accents
  • YHA Nelson Accents Hostel
  • YHA Accents Hostel
  • YHA Nelson by Accents
  • YHA Nelson by Accents Hostel
  • YHA Nelson by Accents - Hostel Nelson
  • YHA Nelson by Accents - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

You should know

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National Rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodations in New Zealand. This Backpacker property is rated 5 stars.

Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.