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Dancing Bear Inn Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, walk to Cottonwood Falls Park

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Beach
Courtyard
Front of property
Suite | Living room
Suite | In-room dining
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

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Map
171 Baker Street, Nelson, BC, V1L 4H1
  • Popular LocationBaldface Lodge3 min walk
  • Popular LocationCottonwood Falls Park6 min walk
  • Popular LocationNelson & District Community Complex10 min walk
  • AirportCastlegar, BC (YCG)33 min drive
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Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Men only

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
  • 120 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Double Room

Double Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

9.7/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
  • 120 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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The price is CA $128
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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Nelson

Dancing Bear Inn Hostel is located in Nelson. Pulpit Rock and Whitewater Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cottonwood Falls Park and Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park. Touchstones Museum and Selkirk College Tenth Street Campus are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like skiing.
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What's nearby

  • Baldface Lodge - 3 min walk
  • Cottonwood Falls Park - 6 min walk
  • Nelson & District Community Complex - 10 min walk
  • Lakeside Park - 2 min drive
  • Selkirk College Tenth Street Campus - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Castlegar, BC (YCG) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Torchlight Brewing Co - 11 min walk
  • A&W Restaurant - 3 min walk
  • Kootenay Baker Cafe Coop - 3 min walk
  • Jackson's Hole & Grill - 8 min walk
  • Oso Negro Coffee - 6 min walk

About this property

Dancing Bear Inn Hostel

Hostel near Cottonwood Falls Park
Located close to Touchstones Museum and Pulpit Rock, Dancing Bear Inn Hostel provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills, luggage storage, and a computer station
Room features
All guestrooms at Dancing Bear Inn Hostel have amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 8 spaces per unit)

Things to do

  • Library
  • Ski storage

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1908

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

More

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Property 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Dancing Bear Inn Hostel Nelson
Dancing Bear Inn Hostel
Dancing Bear Nelson
Dancing Bear Inn Hostel Nelson
Dancing Bear Inn Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Dancing Bear Inn Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Nelson

Frequently asked questions

Is Dancing Bear Inn Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dancing Bear Inn Hostel?

As of May 23, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dancing Bear Inn Hostel on May 24, 2024 start from CA $75.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Dancing Bear Inn Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dancing Bear Inn Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Dancing Bear Inn Hostel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dancing Bear Inn Hostel located?

Situated in Nelson, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Cottonwood Falls Park and Touchstones Museum. Selkirk College Tenth Street Campus and Pulpit Rock are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Dancing Bear Inn Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 174 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 174 reviews" "
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Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 174 reviews" "
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marlo

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jacob

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice tidy property
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It felt like a great home, with super friendly staff, comfy beds and great common spaces
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As always, nice and friendly place

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023