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Wakatu Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Nelson South hostel with outdoor pool

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

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Child-friendly activities
Main amenities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • Arcade/game room
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
Feel at home
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor swimming pools

Room options

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

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • 135 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • 67 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (Small Triple Room) | Free WiFi

Standard Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (Small Triple Room)

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
  • 67 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Twin room) | Free WiFi

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

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • 67 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room (Single Bed) | Free WiFi

Standard Room (Single Bed)

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • 67 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Triple Room | Free WiFi

Economy Triple Room

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
125 Waimea Road, Nelson, 7010

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
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 7 min drive - 5.6 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

When visiting Nelson, Wakatu Lodge - Hostel is a great choice to consider. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 16 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

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

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

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

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

Fees & policies

Policies

This property accepts credit cards.

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

Does Wakatu Lodge - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Wakatu Lodge - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Wakatu Lodge - Hostel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Wakatu Lodge - Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Wakatu Lodge - Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Wakatu Lodge - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Wakatu Lodge - Hostel and nearby?
Wakatu Lodge - Hostel has an outdoor pool and an arcade.
What's the area around Wakatu Lodge - Hostel like?
Wakatu Lodge - Hostel is a short 8-minute walk from Nelson Hospital and 6 minutes' walk from Nelson College.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very enjoyable and comfortable, would stay again without doubt.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

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.
Angela, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Awesome Lodge
Amazing staff who were SO accommodating given my really last minute needs!
Dee, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

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.
Paul & Judy(81), 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great facilities inside with games room. Small kitchen, but everything you need. Staff were Great!
1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant stay again
love the up grade of the lodge. love the tv's in the rooms again had a brilliant stay here
kay, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet and comfy
Comfy bed, great night sleep, good shower, friendly staff Highly recommend staying here.
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

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.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

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.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

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
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

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..
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay
Spent 6 nights there. Melissa always welcoming and happy to chat. Rooms clean and tidy, nice and quiet.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

nice views from big window in room. lovely friendly cats.
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Great deal; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Spotless; Very central
Verified Wotif guest review