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Dancing Bear Inn Hostel

2.0 star property
Explorers find a peaceful base near Cottonwood Falls Park at this welcoming hostel where garden views and relaxation come together naturally

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Dancing Bear Inn Hostel, near Touchstones Museum and Pulpit Rock, offers a garden setting, library, in-room WiFi, and a relaxing terrace with gas grills for outdoor cooking. Travelers praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

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)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 120 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Quadruple Room | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Bay view
  • 120 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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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)

Highlights

Heating
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Nelson, Dancing Bear Inn Hostel is in the city center. Pulpit Rock is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cottonwood Falls Park and Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park. Touchstones Museum and Selkirk College Tenth Street Campus are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take time off to check out the hot springs in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Nelson travel guide
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Map
171 Baker Street, Nelson, BC, V1L 4H1

What's nearby

  • Man hitting a cliff on his snowboard at Baldface Lodge near the Selkirk Mountains in B.C. Canada.
    Baldface Lodge
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • One would think that you would have to drive out of the city and hike a kilometer or two to find this beautiful waterfall. We actually stumbled upon this while we were walking through the farmers’ market in town.
    Cottonwood Falls Park
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bodhi Day Spa
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Touchstones Museum
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nelson & District Community Complex
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Castlegar, BC (YCG)
    34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kootenay Baker Cafe Coop
    3 min walk
  • Torchlight Brewing Co
    11 min walk
  • A&W Restaurant
    3 min walk
  • Smash Burger
    3 min walk
  • Main Street Diner
    8 min walk

About this property

Dancing Bear Inn Hostel

Hostel near Cottonwood Falls Park
Located close to Touchstones Museum and Pulpit Rock, Dancing Bear Inn Hostel provides a terrace, a garden, and a library. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Gas grills, luggage storage, and a computer station
  • Smoke-free premises and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Dancing Bear Inn Hostel include comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Guidebooks and local maps

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 8 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 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; 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
Property Registration Number 752370478

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is 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

Is Dancing Bear Inn Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dancing Bear Inn Hostel?

As of Feb 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dancing Bear Inn Hostel on Feb 4, 2026 start from $64.84, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dancing Bear Inn Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Dancing Bear Inn Hostel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dancing Bear Inn Hostel located?

Located in the heart of Nelson, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Cottonwood Falls Park and Touchstones Museum. Selkirk College Tenth Street Campus and Pulpit Rock are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Dancing Bear Inn Hostel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 215 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 215 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 215 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 215 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 215 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and common areas were clean and the staff was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emma

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Lena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple accommodations for our one night. There's a nice back garden to sit in and a cozy lobby/living room to relax in. Bathrooms are clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlo

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

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

8/10 Good

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great setting for talking with other travelers and location for knocking around Nelson. Nice lobbies and kitchen areas Shared bathrooms are on all the floors so that worked out OK So altogether a fun alternative to conventional hotels and beats tenting surrounded by RV's.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It felt like a great home, with super friendly staff, comfy beds and great common spaces
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As always, nice and friendly place

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Soleil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elevated hostel living, great for a short term stay. Clean rooms and easy check-in/check-out
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are small but clean and comfortable. Friendly atmosphere, staff and patrons. Great location. This is an excellent budget friendly place to stay in Nelson.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staffand clean facility
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet (I had a room at the back) and comfortable. Check-in was a bit messy as someone didn’t show up for their shift at 4, and I had not received the email with check-in instructions. I was fortunately able to get in with someone else who called the appropriate number. The young Australian woman who took over was very professional and things went smoothly from there. I would definitely stay at the Dancing Bear pagain.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Clean facility
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice tidy property
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

David

Comfy dorm bed
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful character building. Very nice staff. Cozy room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot close to everything in town. Clean and tidy facilities. Not very sound proof in the rooms but that’s to be expected with the age of the building.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Yasuko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only 4 parking behind building. I was lucky got last spot. I’m not sure is there additional parking? Overall friendly staff, clean shear spaces, I had nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had the most wonderful experience at the Dancing Bear Hostel. I stayed there for a night while I was evacuated due to fires. It was a very difficult situation for me. However, the accommodations were excellent. Most of all, Cindy at the front desk was absolutely incredible. She went above and beyond for me as I saw her doing for other customers as well. Cindy was friendly, professional and again, so incredibly helpful. She made my stay very comfortable and I would recommend the Dancing Bear, but most importantly, Cindy, very highly and I am looking forward to staying at this delightful establishment again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024