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226 Vanguard Street, Nelson, 7010 (show map)
Hostel Overview

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Hotel prices fluctuate. Book now, we will check prices each day for you and then let you know how to re-book if an even better price becomes available.Rooms List
Setup a Price Alert for The Bug Backpackers
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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
Hotel Policies
Check-In
From 16:00:00 hours
Check-Out
Untill 10:00:00 hours
Cancellation / Prepayment
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.
Traveller reviews

“I Recommend this backpackers. Value4 money is great!”
17 Jul 2025
The rooms are decent sized and the bed was 1 of the comfiest I've ever slept in. Its great! Shared bathroom with 2 other rooms but all good. 2 toilets aswell. Very handy

“Great stay. Loved it there!”
02 Jun 2025
Cozy and friendly atmosphere that felt more like a home than a backpackers. Lovely back garden with access to grill.

“Quiet and friendly”
16 Apr 2025
The place is quiet, comfy and clean, many useful amenities in the kitchen, nice outdoor area and communal space. Room was clean and cosy.

“Superb”
13 Apr 2025
Really like the place and staff, also the facilities are really good, this is our go to backpackers in Nelson, keep up your great work team 😃👍