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Dancing Bear Inn | Hostel in Nelson

8.7 (366 Reviews) |   12 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  15 Guests  Stay&Play
Nelson Hostel | Dancing Bear Inn

12 Bedroom Hostel in Nelson

Located in Nelson, Dancing Bear Inn features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a grill. The hostel has family rooms. With a shared bathroom, some units at the hostel also have a garden view. Guests at Dancing Bear Inn will be able to enjoy activities in and around Nelson, like skiing and cycling. West Kootenay Regional Airport is 25 miles away.

Dancing Bear Inn is located in Nelson.

This 12 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Balcony/Terrace, Sports/Activities, Skiing, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 366 reviews with the average score of 8.7 . Coming to Nelson and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 12 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this StayAndPlay.com place in Nelson. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Dancing Bear Inn in Nelson is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Dancing Bear Inn”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hostel, please let us know.

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Unique Amenities

  • Parking
  • TV
  • View
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Security/Safety
  • Sports/Activities
  • Skiing
  • Fireplace/Heating
  • Guest Services
  • Entertainment
  • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
 
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Policies

Check-in The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pet Policy Pets are not allowed
Other Policy House rules, to ensure a comfortable stay, guests are required to conduct themselves in a responsible manner within the hostel and must not act in any way that disturbs other guests. any guest(s) who, in the opinion of staff, compromise the comfort, safety or security of other guests, staff or local residents, will be asked to leave the hostel premises and will not be given a refund. there is a zero tolerance policy for any blatant disrespect to staff. outside visitors of guests are not permitted in the hostel past 8pm, there is no smoking, vaping or use of illegal drugs permitted anywhere on the property. a $250 fee will be charged to the room should the no smoking policy be disregarded and you will be asked to immediately leave the property. the burning of incense or candles on site is not permitted, quiet hours are 10pm-7am. please be mindful of other guests sleeping during this time and keep noise to a minimum. the dancing bear inn is intended for travelers. guest stays are limited to 14 days and we reserve the right to ask for onward travel. we reserve the right to restrict the usage of the hostel by locals living within 31 mi of nelson, age requirements, the age requirement for booking is 18 years old. anyone under the age of 18, must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. to book a dorm. the age requirement is 18 years old. children ages 14 to 17 years old must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian in a shared dormitory. children 13 years of age or younger are not permitted in dorm rooms unless the room has been booked privately, booking policy: a valid visa or mastercard is required to make and confirm all bookings. we do not accept american express cards. we have the right to pre-authorize the card to ensure it is valid of up to $100, canadian debit visas cannot be used to make and confirm a booking. a valid passport or government issued photo id is required for check in and must match the credit card on file, if arriving later than 8pm, it is your responsibility to contact the hostel as further information/instruction is needed, a cancellation fee equivalent to one night's stay will be charged to any reservation canceled/modified less than 24hrs prior to check in, in case of a no-show booking, a fee equivalent to one night's stay will be charged to the card file and all consecutive nights will be canceled, for group bookings of 8 or more people, a 50% deposit is required. dependent on the size and length of stay, cancelations can be anywhere from 14-30 days prior to check in. this is regardless of how the booking was made (directly or through a third party website), a $20 fee will be charged for unreturned room keys, in the event of any damage to the property or items within it, you authorize the dancing bear inn to charge your credit card for the full cost of repair or replacement.guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
 
171 Baker Street, Nelson, V1L 4H1, Canada

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

Aug 27, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Wanita Wanita, Canada
Aug 25, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Good location, some parking spots in the alley behind the hostel
Negative: Few washrooms. Shower and toilet together, so had to wait sometimes.
Genevieve Genevieve, USA
Aug 25, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Negative: Bathroom a little fresher
Summary: All good overall
Jenny Jenny, Canada
Aug 25, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Khamlichi Khamlichi, Canada
Aug 22, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Bruno Bruno, Canada
Feb 17, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Loved the character of the building. Staff was great.kitchen could use sharper knives & fry pans & that's not a big deal. Overall a great place to stay. Will definitely stay again when in area.
Summary: Excellent 👍
Lezarre Lezarre, Canada
Feb 14, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: The woman in charge of registering (she was from Australia but I've forgotten her name) was very helpful and even ran off a copy of HI hostels between Nelson and Winnipeg which we will be visiting later this year.
Negative: More off-street parking would be helpful but realize this property has very limited spaces for vehicles.
Summary: A lovely city Nelson, and, again, the Dancing Bear has been a comfortable well-located hostel.
Bonnie Bonnie, Canada
Feb 5, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Extended Group
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Staff were fabbbb. Location was great and Hostel was clean and comfortable! Will stay here again in the future 😊
Kyan Boadle Kyan Boadle, Australia
Feb 1, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Extended Group
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Very cosy and homely hostel, good kitchen, common area and facilities.
Summary: Cosy hostel in a cool town
Stephanie Stephanie, India
Oct 7, 2024 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Extended Group
Travel Purpose: leisure
Summary: Lovely
Deborah Deborah, USA

FAQ's

Is this Dancing Bear Inn pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Dancing Bear Inn?

Check-in time for Dancing Bear Inn starts counting from 4:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Dancing Bear Inn have a swimming pool?

No, this Dancing Bear Inn does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Dancing Bear Inn?

Best-rates for the Dancing Bear Inn starts from $63 per night with includes Internet, Parking, TV, Security/Safety, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, Kitchen, View, Balcony/Terrace, Sports/Activities, Skiing, Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is Dancing Bear Inn a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hostel Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hostel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Dancing Bear Inn wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Dancing Bear Inn has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Dancing Bear Inn?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Dancing Bear Inn indicates 1 day stay policy at this hostel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Dancing Bear Inn?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Dancing Bear Inn are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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