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Dancing Bear Inn Hostel

Property class: 2
City-center hostel within walking distance of Cottonwood Falls Park

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Dancing Bear Inn Hostel puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Cottonwood Falls Park and Touchstones Museum. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, cross-country skiing, and downhill skiing. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Ski facilities

Main amenities (11)

  • Ski storage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Gas grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Lockers available

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Premium bedding
  • Gas grill(s)
  • Free self parking
The current price is $68
$78 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

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A bedroom with a bunk bed, a radiator, a window with blinds, a sink, and a mirror.

Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room

A bunk bed room with a radiator, a window with curtains, and a small table with a bottle.

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Quadruple Room

A bunk bed room with a window and radiator.

Quadruple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Double Room

A neatly made bed with a red blanket, white pillows, and a mustard yellow accent pillow. Two framed artworks are hung on the wall above the bed.

Family Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
171 Baker Street, Nelson, BC, V1L 4H1

What's nearby

  • Baldface Lodge - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cottonwood Falls Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Touchstones Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nelson & District Community Complex - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Castlegar, BC (YCG) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kootenay Baker Cafe Coop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Smash Burger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Main Street Diner - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Oso Negro café - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Dancing Bear Inn Hostel

  • Dancing Bear Inn Hostel puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Cottonwood Falls Park and Touchstones Museum. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, cross-country skiing, and downhill skiing. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Limited onsite parking (max 8 spaces per unit)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Gas grills

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Hot springs nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1908
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Lockers available
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number 752370478

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

Does Dancing Bear Inn Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Dancing Bear Inn 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.

Are pets allowed at Dancing Bear Inn Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Dancing Bear Inn Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Dancing Bear Inn Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Dancing Bear Inn Hostel and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Dancing Bear Inn Hostel like?

Dancing Bear Inn Hostel is in the heart of Nelson, a short 3-minute walk from Baldface Lodge and 6 minutes' walk from Cottonwood Falls Park.

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