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Wakatu Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Nelson hostel in Nelson South with free parking
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Exterior
Game room
View from property
Property amenity
Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Double room) | View from room

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
125 Waimea Road, Nelson, 7010
  • Nelson College
    6 min walk
  • Nelson Hospital
    8 min walk
  • Christ Church Cathedral
    3 min drive
  • Nelson (NSN)
    9 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (furnished room)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (furnished room) | View from room

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (furnished room)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Double room)

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Double room) | View from room

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Double room)

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (Small Triple Room)

Standard Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (Small Triple Room)

Standard Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (Small Triple Room)

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Twin room)

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Twin room)

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Twin room)

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room (Single Bed)

Standard Room (Single Bed)

Standard Room (Single Bed)

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Economy Triple Room

Economy Triple Room

Economy Triple Room

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Nelson

At Wakatu Lodge - Hostel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Nelson College and Nelson Hospital. Highlights at this hostel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a games room and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, barbecues and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Nelson South hostel include Fairfield Park and Victory Square.
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What's nearby

  • Nelson Hospital - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Nelson Market - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Natureland Zoo - 7 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Nelson Suburban Club Inc - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Victory Square Fish & Chips - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Raglan Roast Coffee - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Wakatu Lodge - Hostel

Nelson hostel in Nelson South with free parking
As a guest of Wakatu Lodge - Hostel, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. Wakatu Lodge - Hostel also features an arcade/games room and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This Nelson hostel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Wakatu Lodge - Hostel offers 16 accommodations. This Nelson hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
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 and Mastercard.

Property is also known as

Wakatu Lodge Nelson
Wakatu Lodge
Wakatu Nelson
Wakatu Lodge
Wakatu Lodge - Hostel Nelson
Wakatu Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Wakatu Lodge - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Nelson

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Wakatu Lodge - Hostel?

Wakatu Lodge - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Wakatu Lodge - Hostel?

Yep, Wakatu Lodge - Hostel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Wakatu Lodge - Hostel?

The closest beach to Wakatu Lodge - Hostel is Tahunanui Beach Reserve (3.1 km).

Does Wakatu Lodge - Hostel have a pool?

Wakatu Lodge - Hostel has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Wakatu Lodge - Hostel?

No, Wakatu Lodge - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Wakatu Lodge - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Wakatu Lodge - Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Wakatu Lodge - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very enjoyable and comfortable, would stay again without doubt.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great for the type of hostel it is. We had a double bed with a bunk above us and the bathroom down the hall. All was clean and staff very nice. We may have gotten the last room for miles so we were very grateful. It was a bit pricey for a hostel but that may be because it was peak time.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Dee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome Lodge
Amazing staff who were SO accommodating given my really last minute needs!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Paul & Judy(81), UK, Leigh on Sea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very helpful staff, and pretty entrance, Flowers.
Much bigger in side, but small bed room, but clean. Use of Kitchen, fridge, microwave etc. Toilets and showers along the corridor. Large sitting and games room. Small swimming pool. More Hostel, than hotel, but very good for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great facilities inside with games room. Small kitchen, but everything you need. Staff were Great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

kay, christchuch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant stay again
love the up grade of the lodge. love the tv's in the rooms again had a brilliant stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dawn, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet and comfy
Comfy bed, great night sleep, good shower, friendly staff Highly recommend staying here.

10/10 Excellent

Sunggyu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

6/10 Okay

Corwin, Santa Monica, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Reasonable Pit-Stop
My girlfriend and I made a last-minute decision to stay in Nelson during a busy time in the town, and we were fortunate to find a reasonably-priced standard double room available here. It was clean, the owners were friendly, and the WiFi was pretty good. We also liked that they had a communal game/TV room with a pool table. Nelson is also a great city with plenty to do. Downsides: the room was very small, a portion of the building in the front was under construction, and the shared-bathroom showers had a 5-minute timer.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place - basic, clean and good service
If I was staying longer in Nelson I would have spent the whole time here. Super clean, shared kitchen and bathrooms were good. Loved the rec area for games and relaxing (eg ping pong, couches). Lovely staff.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room with a fan
Nice small room in quite neighborhood. Inexpensive ($5 unlimited per day) wifi. I was able to watch US football on large TV in lounge. Many hotels in NZ do not have air conditioning, the rooms here have fans which help with the heat in summer.

6/10 Okay

ZINZAN

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
ok for budget accomodation
tired and run down small car park showers had timers my room wasn't ready the second time I came back

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Barb, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean comfortable hostel.
This hostel is not far from town. It is very clean and comfy.. the twin room was small but the accommodation was otherwise brilliant. Lovely large lounge with table tennis and air hockey tables. Very good prices also. I would stay again..

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Stay
Spent 6 nights there. Melissa always welcoming and happy to chat. Rooms clean and tidy, nice and quiet.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nice views from big window in room. lovely friendly cats.

10/10 Excellent

Ramkumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

leo, New Zealand - Marlborough

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Great deal; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Spotless; Very central