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Recommended hotels in Nelson

A restaurant with a long bench seating area, tables, and a modern ceiling design.

1. The Adventure Hotel

The Adventure Hotel
3.0 star property
Nelson
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,014 reviews)
"Great place"
Canada
Göksu
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
The Adventure Hotel
A Best Western Plus hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

2. Best Western Plus Baker Street Inn

Best Western Plus Baker Street Inn
3.0 star property
Nelson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"The hotel is a great place to stay."
Canada
Patrick
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Best Western Plus Baker Street Inn
An ornate interior with a fireplace, stained glass windows, and wooden carvings.

3. Hume Hotel & Spa

Hume Hotel & Spa
3.5 star property
Nelson
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Always like staying here when in Nelso."
Canada
Milan
The price is €143
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Hume Hotel & Spa
Two individuals sitting by a pool with a view of mountains and a sunset.

4. Savoy Hotel

Savoy Hotel
3.5 star property
Nelson
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (528 reviews)
"Very helpful staff!"
Canada
Stephen
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Savoy Hotel
A balcony with a view of a lake and mountains.

5. Prestige Inn Nelson

Prestige Inn Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,012 reviews)
"Over all good stay"
Canada
Jagjiven
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Prestige Inn Nelson
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a bathroom visible in the background.

6. Alpine Inn & Suites

Alpine Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Nelson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Had a great stay!"
Canada
Kraig
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Alpine Inn & Suites
A snow-covered residential area with houses, a greenhouse, and a mountain backdrop.

7. Cloudside Hotel

Cloudside Hotel
3.0 star property
Nelson
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (553 reviews)
"Wow! Loved the location, loved the Heritage Building, loved the staff. Very friendly town."
Canada
Enrichetta
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Cloudside Hotel
A lakeside hotel with a dock, boats, and a mountainous backdrop.

8. Prestige Lakeside Resort, WorldHotels Elite

Prestige Lakeside Resort, WorldHotels Elite
4.0 star property
Nelson
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
Canada
James
The price is €193
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Prestige Lakeside Resort, WorldHotels Elite
A snowy landscape with a mountain in the background, a road with a fence, and a parked car.

9. Villa Motel

Villa Motel
2.0 star property
Nelson
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (716 reviews)
"Excellent location and the room was very clean. I would stay here again!"
Canada
Ioannis
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Villa Motel
A beach with a row of cabins, a clear view of the mountains in the background, and a calm sea.

10. Dancing Bear Inn Hostel

Dancing Bear Inn Hostel
2.0 star property
Nelson
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (236 reviews)
"Clean, friendly, great vibes! Good location. Loved our stay."
Canada
Jessica
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Dancing Bear Inn Hostel
A tree-lined garden with a lake and mountains in the background.

11. Kokanee Glacier Resort

Kokanee Glacier Resort
2.5 star property
Nelson
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (297 reviews)
"Beautiful scenery and rooms are nice, not over the top….perfect!!"
Canada
Cheryl
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Kokanee Glacier Resort
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a built-in oven. There is a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a green ottoman.

12. Private, Spacious & Central Suite near lake with AC, 25Km to Whitewater ski hill

Private, Spacious & Central Suite near lake with AC, 25Km to Whitewater ski hill
Nelson
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (40 reviews)
"Host is very responsive and communicative. The place is as advertised, very spacious, clean, good wifi. Quiet neighbourhood, only 6 min drive to city centre, and 5 min walk to the rail trail for great walking and views of city. Hubby and I loved staying here."
Canada
mary
The price is €185
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Private, Spacious & Central Suite near lake with AC, 25Km to Whitewater ski hill

13. Blaylock's Mansion

Blaylock's Mansion
4.0 star property
Nelson
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (109 reviews)
"Superb historic spot. We wrote a full review on g maps with lots of details. Highly recommended! Woth the treat absolutely!"
Canada
KENT
The price is €206
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Blaylock's Mansion

14. Enchanted Gypsy Wagon · Cozy Forest Hideaway with Private Deck

Enchanted Gypsy Wagon · Cozy Forest Hideaway with Private Deck
Nelson
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is €145
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Enchanted Gypsy Wagon · Cozy Forest Hideaway with Private Deck
A living room with a grey sofa, a glass coffee table, a white TV stand, and a large window with blinds.

15. Modern suite with glacier view

Modern suite with glacier view
Nelson
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (89 reviews)
"Lovely place. Has everything you need and wonderful hosts. I would highly recommend this place."
United States
Debi G.
The price is €207
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Modern suite with glacier view
A wooden cabin with a stone foundation, surrounded by trees and mountains.

16. Discover Boho Bungalow: Peaceful and Relaxing Cabin with Breathtaking Views!

Discover Boho Bungalow: Peaceful and Relaxing Cabin with Breathtaking Views!
Nelson
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"This place was such a lovely escape from the city, while offering the short distance to city life. Adorable cabin, perfect for the two of us to relax with our dog. "
United States
Abby S.
The price is €194
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Discover Boho Bungalow: Peaceful and Relaxing Cabin with Breathtaking Views!
A wooden balcony with a star-shaped hanging ornament, overlooking a forested area with mountains in the distance.

17. Cozy Log Cabin in Pristine Nature

Cozy Log Cabin in Pristine Nature
Nelson
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
"Great location, enjoyed the sauna and proximity to Ainsworth Hot Spring and Nelson. Would love to stay again"
Canada
aron
The price is €293
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Cozy Log Cabin in Pristine Nature

18. Family friendly 2 bdrm/ 3 bed home mins from sandy beaches and downtown Nelson!

Family friendly 2 bdrm/ 3 bed home mins from sandy beaches and downtown Nelson!
Nelson
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (34 reviews)
"We had a great stay. The proximity to the beach and Nelson was great. "
Canada
crystal e.
The price is €335
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Family friendly 2 bdrm/ 3 bed home mins from sandy beaches and downtown Nelson!
A lakeside dock with boats, a wooden pier, and a mountain backdrop.

19. Downtown 1BR suite, ground floor, level entry.

Downtown 1BR suite, ground floor, level entry.
Nelson
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Nice property, great location for walking the down and exploring the bakeries and restaurants"
United States
Jason D.
Downtown 1BR suite, ground floor, level entry.
A rustic wooden cabin with a porch, a red Adirondack chair, and a wooden deck.

20. Discover Funky Bunky: Your Rustic Retreat 5 Min from Nelson

Discover Funky Bunky: Your Rustic Retreat 5 Min from Nelson
Nelson
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Great cozy cabin and price point was perfect "
United States
Kelly M.
The price is €186
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Discover Funky Bunky: Your Rustic Retreat 5 Min from Nelson
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Kokanee Glacier Resort

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Nelson Hostels information

Number of reviews
5,482
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
€67
Highest Price
€335

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Nelson?
A hostel is a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your budget for exploring. You can enjoy activities in this destination like skiing and shopping.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget prices and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Nelson?
While you're choosing somewhere to stay, take a look at this top Nelson hostel: Dancing Bear Inn Hostel - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Nelson?
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are December and February, with an average of -4°C. The snowiest months in Nelson are January, December, February and March, with each month seeing an average of 18 cm of snowfall.
What is there to see and do in Nelson?
Depending on your interests, you might like to discover these things around Nelson. Get out into nature with places such as Cottonwood Falls Park, Kootenay River and Lakeside Park. Cultural attractions include Touchstones Museum. Additional attractions include Baldface Lodge, Nelson & District Community Complex and Whitewater Ski Resort.
What's the best way to get to and around Nelson while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Nelson in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Castlegar, BC (YCG), located 20.3 mi (32.7 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Trail, BC (YZZ-Trail Regional), situated 33.3 mi (53.6 km) away.