Backpacker lodges, hostels and budget hotels for budget conscious travellers. Hostels in New Zealand offer a range of budget accommodation options from shared dormitories to double rooms with ensuite bathrooms. Kitchens and social areas are usually shared and provide opportunities to meet other travellers. Backpackers and youth hostels are great for backpacking holidays and gap year travel in New Zealand.

The Nelson region includes Nelson city and suburbs, Nelson Bays, Motueka, Moutere, Kaiteriteri, Abel Tasman National Park, Golden Bay, Takaka, St Arnaud, Nelson Lakes and Murchison.

Host City Rugby World Cup 2011 – Nelson plays an important role in the RWC tournament hosting 3 pool games at Trafalgar Park on 20 & 27 September and 1 October. Teams from Italy, Russia, USA and Australia will be based in Nelson during Sept-Oct training at local rugby venues.

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