[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers Travelers soak up Nelson's relaxed atmosphere with convenient access to Natureland Zoo and World of Wearable Art, while enjoying comfortable rooms and social spaces ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20170000/20168600/20168566/659fdc08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20170000/20168600/20168566/a09534e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20170000/20168600/20168566/3e7418e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (6 beds)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20170000/20168600/20168566/873493f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20170000/20168600/20168566/4ea39dec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located near Tahunanui Beach Reserve, The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers welcomes guests with free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNelson-Hotels-The-Bouncing-Lamb-Backpackers.h20168566.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FNelson-Hotels-The-Bouncing-Lamb-Backpackers.h20168566.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-41.28222%2C173.24731&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=p7sE8j9616lLlCw6rWwzvLbu0ck=) 31 Beach Road, Nelson, 7011 #### What's nearby - Natureland Zoo - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars - 3 min drive - 2.2 km - Nelson Market - 5 min drive - 3.3 km - Trafalgar Park - 5 min drive - 3.7 km #### Getting around - Nelson (NSN) - 5 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬5 min drive - ‪Sublime Coffee - ‬5 min drive - ‪Suburban Club - ‬14 min walk - ‪Sprig + Fern Tahuna - ‬2 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk ## About this property ### The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers Hostel near Tahunanui Beach Reserve Located close to Natureland Zoo and World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars, The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers provides a free roundtrip airport shuttle, laundry facilities, and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - A free area shuttle, luggage storage, and a TV in the lobby - Tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers offer amenities such as free WiFi. More amenities include: - Shared bathrooms with showers - Communal kitchens, heating, and limited housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Seasonal outdoor pool, a heated pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3505400/3505320/85ae035d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Hotel Nelson Nelson South - Pool - Kids pool - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 1,010 reviews CA $75 CA $87 total includes taxes & fees Nov 14 - Nov 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=3505320&PinnedHotelID=3505320&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free offsite parking - Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on request - Free area shuttle - Free self parking on site - Limited onsite parking ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - TV in common areas ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator ### Guest services - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Picnic area ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer (on request) - Shared bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Shared kitchen access ### More - Heating (climate-controlled) - Living room ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 17 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 ### We should mention Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property ### National rating For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system. ### Property is also known as Bouncing Lamb Backpackers Hostel Nelson Bouncing Lamb Backpackers Hostel Bouncing Lamb Backpackers Nelson Bouncing Lamb Backpackers The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers Nelson The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers? > Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers? > Check-out is at 10:30 AM. ### Does The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 9 AM–5 PM on request. ### Where is The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers located? > Located in Tahunanui, this beach hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Natureland Zoo and Tahunanui Beach Reserve. World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Provincial Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers Reviews 7.6 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 7.6 Location ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### K Dec 17, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Best Backpackers Very friendly and relaxed atmosphere. The rooms are clean, comfortable with good beds and access to electricity and wifi. The showers and toilets are clean and well lit. Communal areas are also good. Highly recommended overall. ##### K Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller Feb 5, 2019 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Room comfort The twin room was next to the kitchen where people came in and had very loud concersations until 2.30am and the first people in the morning arrived at 6.30am. The only windows where to the kitchen and the hallway and there was no fresh air. Over all too hot and too noisy to get enough sleep. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Heikki Jan 14, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 1 yön pikavisiitti matkalla Abel tasmaniin Hyvä hinta-laatusuhde. Ei pöytää huoneessa (2 hengen huone) johon laskea tavaroita. Melko värikkäät maalaukset joka paikassa seinillä. Samassa rakennuksessa baari jossa dj soitti musiikkia n klo 23 asti. Ei ilmastointia. ##### Heikki Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Jan 8, 2019 Liked: Staff & service Yleisen epäsiisteyden takia vaihdoimme yöpymispaikkaa. Paikka ei ollut meille sopiva, mutta varmasti tunnelmaltaan jollekin muulle hyvä! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Dec 28, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Nov 27, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Bed was very uncomfortable, but the black curtain to make it private and dark was a nice idea. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Yannick Feb 3, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Yannick Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kirstin, Auckland, NZ Jan 30, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Fab hostel near Tahuna Beaxh Lovely place to stay with friendly staff. Great airport drop off service. Good Thai restaurant nearby for takeout. Beach is a short walk away. Bed was comfy. No external windows in the private queen bed room I was in, but a fan was provided. I’d stay here again :) ##### Kirstin Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Jan 17, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Room comfort #### 무난한 숙소 저렴한 가격에 주방시설이 잘 되어있고 리빙룸도 여유있다. 하지만 2인실이 너무 좁고 창문이나 에어컨이 없어 밤새 더위에 시달렸다. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jan 15, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Near the beach and easy to find. Lots of parking space right on the other side of the road. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Chicago](https://www.expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels.d178248.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Prestige Vernon Lodge and Conference Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Vernon-Hotels-Prestige-Vernon-Lodge-And-Conference-Centre.h7229330.Hotel-Information) > > [Half Moon](https://www.expedia.ca/Montego-Bay-Hotels-Half-Moon.h445250.Hotel-Information) > > [Victoria's Mansion Guest House](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Victorias-Mansion-Guest-House.h7520032.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Fenway Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Fenway-Park-Hotels.0-l6023384-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Jasper](https://www.expedia.ca/Jasper-Hotels.d10578.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Planet Hollywood Cancun by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Planet-Hollywood-Beach-Resort-Cancun-All-Inclusive.h36774901.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Niagara Falls](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-Falls-Hotels.d6023515.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Courtyard by Marriott New York City Manhattan Fifth Avenue](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-New-York-City-Manhattan-Fifth-Avenue.h22059.Hotel-Information) > > [Beach Hotel in Canada](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Canada-Beach-Hotel.0-0-d31-tBeachHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) ### Flights > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Vienna (VIE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/vie/vancouver-to-vienna) > > [Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to St.-Pierre (FSP)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yow/fsp/ottawa-to-st-pierre) > > [Flights from Sidney (YYJ) to Edmonton (YEG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyj/yeg/victoria-to-edmonton) > > [Flights from Chek Lap Kok (HKG) to Delhi (DEL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/hkg/del/hong-kong-to-delhi) > > [Flights from Malay (MPH) to Manila (MNL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/mph/mnl/caticlan-to-manila) > > [Flights from Calgary](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/178245/flights-from-calgary) ### Cars > [Minivan Car Rentals in Windsor](https://www.expedia.ca/Minivan-Car-Rentals-In-Windsor.d6127335-tMinivan.Car-Rental-Guide-Class) > > [Car rentals in Hobart](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Hobart.d6052485.Car-Rental-Guide) > > [Car rentals in Phoenix](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Phoenix.d178298.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Activities > [Things to do in Sooke](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Sooke.d181789.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [William Hawrelak Park](https://www.expedia.ca/William-Hawrelak-Park-Edmonton.d507189.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Las Vegas Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas.d178276.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Walt Disney World® Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Walt-Disney-World-Resort-Orlando.d6034120.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Sicily Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Sicily.d6048323.Destination-Travel-Guides) ### Vacation Rentals > [Edmonton Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.ca/Edmonton-Vacation-Rentals.d180002.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals) ### General > [Visit Gilford](https://www.expedia.ca/Innisfil-Gilford.dx553248635976396742) > > [Visit Whycocomagh](https://www.expedia.ca/Whycocomagh.dx6305649) > > [Visit Newcastle-upon-Tyne](https://www.expedia.ca/Newcastle-Upon-Tyne.dx6084526)