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    Dancing Bear Inn

    90 reviews
    #4 of 15 B&Bs / Inns in Nelson
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    171 Baker St, Nelson, British Columbia V1L 4H1, Canada
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    Guests 1 room, 2 adults, 0 childrenGuests 12
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    90 reviews
    • Excellent49%
    • Very good38%
    • Average11%
    • Poor1%
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    Free Parking
    Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
    Self-Serve Laundry
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    Non-Smoking Hotel
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    Reviewed October 2, 2018 via mobile
    A gem in the mountains

    Dancing bear inn is a hostel in downtown Nelson. Staff is friendly, accommodations are comfortable- just the basics- bunks, a bathroom down the hall and kitchen facilities in the basement. The lobby is warm and inviting. Nelson is a beautiful small town on the edge...More

    Thank usmargot
    Reviewed September 8, 2018
    You won't find a lower price for lodging

    First, since this is a hostel, you'll be sleeping with many people, in bunk beds in the same room. That said, it is conveniently located on Baker street and it's very clean. I recommend it if you don't mind the sleeping arrangements.

    Thank zich6
    Reviewed August 7, 2018
    Beautiful old heritage building.

    Very quaint, clean and comfortable environment; except they have a no shoes on policy. The staff are very professional. It is right on Baker St. which is the main drag of downtown Nelson. Baker Street is full of small privately owned shops and great places...More

    Thank CarolD1625
    Reviewed February 5, 2018
    Fun Nelson experience!

    This hotel is a great value and experience if you are staying in Nelson. The location is right on Baker Street and within walking distance of restaurants, bars, hotels and great night life. We stayed in a private room during our stay and it was...More

    Thank melaniew222
    Reviewed February 4, 2018
    Fun Nelson Hostel

    The Dancing Bear is a really cool hostel. The rates are very reasonable. Location was great. Nice fire going in the common area. Really friendly staff. Linens and towel included in the rate. My room was lovely - quite large for a private in a...More

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    "Choose a private room if travelling with 2 or more people."
    LauraSham
    Jan. 27, 2018
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    "The private rooms upstairs are warm in the summer. No fans or air conditioning. Dorm rooms are in the..."
    511kellyi
    Jun. 28, 2016
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    "Rooms facing the main roads are a bit noisy when the window is open"
    mandaboulding
    May 20, 2016
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    "Double with sink"
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    Nov. 1, 2015
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    PRICE RANGE
    US$51 - US$56 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    LOCATION
    CanadaBritish ColumbiaKootenay RockiesNelson
    NUMBER OF ROOMS
    15
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