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Dancing Bear Inn Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel within walking distance of Cottonwood Falls Park

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Beach
Living area
Courtyard
Hiking
Front of property

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Ski facilities
    Ski facilities
  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Ski storage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Picnic area
  • Gas grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Lockers available
Feel at home
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Gas grill(s)
  • Free self parking
The price is CA $83
CA $96 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Men only

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Baldface Lodge - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cottonwood Falls Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Touchstones Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nelson & District Community Complex - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Whitewater Ski Resort - 18 min drive - 20.4 km

Getting around

  • Castlegar, BC (YCG) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kootenay Baker Cafe Coop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Smashburger - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Torchlight Brewing Co - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cantina Del Centro - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Dancing Bear Inn Hostel

When visiting Nelson, Dancing Bear Inn Hostel is a great choice to consider. 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.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 11 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

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

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

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 staffed during limited hours

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

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

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

Parking

  • Free uncovered onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking limited (max 8 spaces per unit)

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)
  • 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

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

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

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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 a short 3-minute walk from Baldface Lodge and 10 minutes' walk from Nelson & District Community Complex.

Dancing Bear Inn Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

shelly, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

clean
Phyu Mar, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff. Clean facility
Marlo, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Taylor, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Mario, 8-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Had a great stay at the Dancing Bear! Location is amazing, staff are friendly and knowledgeable
Starsha, Maria, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Samantha, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

daphne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staffand clean facility
Marlo, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Elevated hostel living, great for a short term stay. Clean rooms and easy check-in/check-out
Marie-Soleil, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and convenient
Marlo, 2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice and clean place
Marlo, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Jacob, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Excellent stay will definitely be back!
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Mang Lung, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

maria, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jason, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice tidy property
Anthony, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It felt like a great home, with super friendly staff, comfy beds and great common spaces
Michael, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kelsey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

As always, nice and friendly place
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10/10 Exceptional

Patrick, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Cari, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

SEUNG HUNG, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Convenient and friendly staff.
Marlo, 1-night trip
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