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Dancing Bear Inn Hostel

2.0 star property

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Beach
Living area
Courtyard
Family Double Room | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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171 Baker Street, Nelson, BC, V1L 4H1
  • Place, Baldface Lodge
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cottonwood Falls Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Touchstones Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Castlegar, BC (YCG)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Quadruple Room | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Double Room | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Dancing Bear Inn Hostel

Laundry facilities, a computer station and a library are available at this smoke-free hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, gas grills and a picnic area are on-site.
Dancing Bear Inn Hostel offers 11 accommodations with portable fans. Beds feature premium bedding. This Nelson hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Dancing Bear Inn Hostel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Baldface Lodge. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus laundry facilities.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include locker space, a computer and laundry facilities
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Cottonwood Falls Park and Touchstones Museum
As a guest of Dancing Bear Inn Hostel, you'll find a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Dancing Bear Inn Hostel also features ski storage, a garden, and a picnic area. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Nelson hostel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Things to do

  • Library
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1908
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
The front desk at this property is open daily from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM.
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 752370478

Property is also known as

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Dancing Bear Inn Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 216 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 216 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 216 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 216 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 216 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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The room and common areas were clean and the staff was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay on a budget
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cozy and well maintained. Very much enjoyed our stay there
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always the best in all the ways!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place with reasonably priced rooms and great vibes.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay here. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this place!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Natalya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly and helpful staff, great property and good location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It’s always clean and amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, kind staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

markus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great little place with historic pedigree. Quaint and pleasant building, with a wonderful staff. A stay in time, very much enjoyed the experience. Great work, keep up this wonderful landmark. Regards and many thanks. Markus Sturm
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a cozy stay when visiting Nelson!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brad

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Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Starsha, Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay at the Dancing Bear! Location is amazing, staff are friendly and knowledgeable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms need more hooks. Otherwise, it's a great little place!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Shana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable. The 10 AM checkout is a little inconvenient.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Bryson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is our second time staying and The Dancing Bear is an incredible spot. The showers are hot, the mattresses are comfortable, and the staff are relatable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hostel, right downtown. Good couple spots to hang out in hostel, very welcoming staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlo

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean facility
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Loren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional for a hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dancing Bear Hostel is one of our favorite places to stay! Nelson is one of my top favorite cities of all time <3 Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant staff, easy to work with
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025