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Hostel The Bug Backpackers

226 Vanguard Street, Nelson, 7010 (show map)

7.4

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453 verified reviews

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Hostel Overview

Offering private and dormitory rooms with free unlimited WiFi, The Bug Backpackers is just 15 minutes’ walk from local shops and restaurants. Guests can enjoy cooking their meals in the kitchen and eat in the dining area during the cold months and on the deck or in the garden during the warmer months. Bike rental services are available at the property.
The Bug is ideally located for visits to the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park and the region's wineries and beaches. The tour desk can assist with activity information and reservations.
There are 2 fully equipped communal kitchens for guests to prepare simple meals. Laundry services, a garden with hammocks and a BBQ are also available. Guests can relax and read a book in the hammocks, play one of the many board games available or enjoy a game of pétanque or darts.
Some rooms offer a private bathroom, others have access to shared bathroom facilities. Shower towels are available for hire.
The Bug Backpackers Nelson is a small hostel with a family atmosphere where it is easy to meet other independent travellers.

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Double Room with Private Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

This room features a private bathroom with shower facilities. This room includes shower towels and hand towels.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

This room includes linen. Bathroom facilities are shared. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. There is no capacity for additional guests. A single bed can be added for a 3rd guest at an additional charge.

Single Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

This dormitory room includes linen, a personal reading light and electrical sockets. Bathroom facilities are shared.

Family Room - enter dates to see room photos

The family room offers a wardrobe, a tiled floor, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The family room features heating, a patio and garden views. The unit offers 5 beds.

Queen Room with Shared Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

The double room offers a wardrobe and a carpeted floor, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Family Room with Shared Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

The family room has a shared bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 4 beds.

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Facilities of The Bug Backpackers

General
Free parking, On-site parking, Parking, Private parking, WiFi everywhere

Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi

Common areas
Garden, Shared kitchen, Shared lounge/TV area, Terrace

Cleaning services
Laundry

Miscellaneous
Designated smoking area, Heating, Non-smoking rooms

Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Bathroom, Carpeted, Desk, Entire unit located on ground floor, Garden view, Hairdryer, Heating, Iron, Ironing Facilities, Linen, Mountain view, Patio, Shared Bathroom, Shower, Tile/Marble floor, Toilet, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Wardrobe/Closet

Last updated: 20 Jan 2025 - Update now

Hotel Policies

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From 16:00:00 hours

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Untill 10:00:00 hours

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Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.

Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

The fine print
Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with a credit card.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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7.4

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Giulia

“Good option for one night in Nelson”

7.0

30 Mar 2025

The place was clean and quiet and we think it’s all good for one night. We had a good night sleep and a friendly chat with the residents.

jackie

“Fair”

6.0

23 Mar 2025

Very clean and tidy, residents friendly and talkative. probably needed more bathrooms and toilets but otherwise a very comfortable place to stay

Lydia

“Superb”

9.0

27 Feb 2025

Super comfy bed, good location and parking, no fridge in room.

Kim

“Great location and very comfortable 👌”

8.0

22 Feb 2025

Lovely welcome. Very homely feel and spacious garden. Bed & pillows were amazing 👏

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Hostel The Bug Backpackers

226 Vanguard Street, Nelson, 7010 (show map)

Hostel Overview

Lock in a great price now and relax with our Price Guardian working for you

Rooms List

Double Room with Private Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

Double Room with Shared Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

Single Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Family Room - enter dates to see room photos

Queen Room with Shared Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Family Room with Shared Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

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