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Welcome to The Dancing Bear Inn Hostel!
Convenient Location: Situated in the heart of beautiful British Columbia, our hostel is surrounded by charming restaurants, quaint cafes, scenic walks, and a mesmerizing waterfall, offering guests a true taste of local life.
Comfortable Accommodations: Each room and dormitory is equipped with both cooling and heating systems for your comfort. Shared bathroom facilities are well-maintained, while select rooms feature a vanity and ensuite sink for added convenience.
Entertainment and Recreation: Unwind in our cozy shared lounge, where guests can socialize, relax, and enjoy a variety of board games, creating unforgettable memories during your stay.
Ready to experience the perfect blend of comfort and adventure at The Dancing Bear Inn Hostel? Book now for an unforgettable getaway!
Property amenities
Facilities reported by the property.
- Free WiFi
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
- BBQ facilities
- Luggage storage
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Canoeing
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- Skiing
- Ski storage
- Non-smoking throughout
- Private parking
- Sun terrace
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Board games/puzzles
- Allergy-free room
- Shared kitchen
- Lockers
- Outdoor furniture
- Picnic area
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Cashless payment available
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- Invoice provided
- Smoke alarms
- Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
- Guest room sealed after cleaning
- Physical distancing in dining areas
- Key access
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
- Face masks for guests available
- 24-hour security
- Live music/performance
- Temporary art galleries
- Movie nights
Some services may incur extra charges or be subject to availability.
Your destination: Nelson
171 Baker Street
Canada
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Before your stay
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 48hrs (before 4pm local time) 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. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.
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