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The Palace Backpackers

114 Rutherford Street Nelson, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
+64 3548 4691
From
$44
Cheapest

rate per night

7.1
Good

based on 391 reviews

The Palace Backpackers
Tue 5/14
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Wed 5/15
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room
Standard room

About The Palace Backpackers

  • Hostel Room
    An affordable stay with shared facilities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi and Parking for free
Located in Nelson, The Palace Backpackers offers accommodation with free bikes and a shared lounge. The historical colonial villa is set in an enchanting garden with plum, lemon trees and flowers. It is a 4-minute walk from Christ Church Cathedral. Free WiFi is provided. The property offers free tea, coffee, breakfast and bakery. Guests can sit on the deck and gaze at the sea or centre of New Zealand whilst playing one of the guitars available or reading a book from the international book exchange. It also has a music room, large shared kitchen, hammocks and BBQ area. Tahunanui Beach is 3.5 km away and World of Wearable Art and Collectable Car Museum is 4.4 km from the hostel. The nearest airport is Nelson Airport, 6 km from the hostel. All rooms are equipped with a shared bathroom.

Latest deals for The Palace Backpackers

Tue 5/14
Wed 5/15
Double room
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Standard room
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at The Palace Backpackers

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Express check-out
  • Smoke alarms
  • Private parking
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Non-smoking rooms available

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Family rooms
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Shared bathroom

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Garden

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Dining

  • Shared kitchen

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles

Services and conveniences

  • Express check-out

Reviews of The Palace Backpackers

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7.1
GoodBased on 391 verified guest reviews
7.2Solo
7.0Friends
6.9Families
6.9Couples

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Location

114 Rutherford Street Nelson, Nelson 7010

What's nearby

  • Nelson Market254 yd
  • Nelson Provincial Museum322 yd
  • Christ Church Cathedral335 yd
  • Atkins Gallery376 yd
  • The Suter0.5 mi
  • Queens Gardens0.5 mi
  • Trafalgar Park0.6 mi
  • The Grampians0.9 mi
  • South Pacific Distillery1 mi
  • Botanic Gardens1 mi
  • Founders Heritage Park1.3 mi
  • Miyazu Japanese Gardens1.4 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 1:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Palace Backpackers

Low season

January

High season

May

Average price (weeknight)

$20
Cheapest month to stay with an average 28% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 74% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at The Palace Backpackers

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Top tips for your stay at The Palace Backpackers

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Palace Backpackers, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and February.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Palace Backpackers, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Palace Backpackers was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $47, while the most expensive was $47.
  • How long should you stay at The Palace Backpackers? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at The Palace Backpackers

  • Where is The Palace Backpackers located?

    The Palace Backpackers is located at 114 Rutherford Street Nelson, 0.3 miles from the center of Nelson. Nelson Market is the closest landmark to The Palace Backpackers.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Palace Backpackers?

    Check-in time is 1:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at The Palace Backpackers.

  • Does The Palace Backpackers offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Palace Backpackers offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does The Palace Backpackers offer free parking?

    Yes, The Palace Backpackers offers free parking.

  • How far is The Palace Backpackers from the airport?

    The Palace Backpackers is 3 miles from Nelson. The Palace Backpackers is 34.7 miles from Blenheim.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Palace Backpackers hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Palace Backpackers in Nelson and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Palace Backpackers and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Palace Backpackers.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.0

Distance to city center

0.3 mi

Nearest Airport

Nelson

Distance to airport

3.3 mi