The Bug Backpackers
226 Vanguard Street, 7010 Nelson, New Zealand
Offering private and dormitory lodgings with free unlimited WiFi, The Bug Backpackers is just 15 minutes’ walk from local shops and restaurants. Guests can relish 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 situated 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 as well available. Guests can relax and read a book in the hammocks, play one of the many board games available or take advantage of a game of pétanque or darts. Some lodgings make available 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 travelers.
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59 $ / night** Approximate prices for a 1-night stay
Guest reviews for The Bug Backpackers
"Amazing atmosphere, cute little place. Staff is wonderful"
"Aucun."
"The great outdoor seating area, clean kitchen, and comfy bed!! I also had a cute green couch in my room which was very homey and comfy."
"Aucun."
"Amazing value accomodation. The staff keep it really clean and the rooms are very comfortable."
"Aucun."
"Everything! The place is cute, nicely decorated, with a very pleasant back yard to hang out and the staff is very nice and friendly!"
"I loved everything!"
"Friendly and very helpful staff, fully equipped kitchen, cute outside area and comfy bed in the villa."
"Aucun."
"Helpful staff, Quiet room ( but it was off-season ) Well furnished room for a hostel. Heated room (august)."
"You couldn't expect more for that price."
"The lobby and rooms were comfortable and pleasant. The kitchen was adequate and easy to use."
"The shower in the house with beige walls only produced cold water."
"Really spacious private room. Kitchen had everything you needed and more!"
"Aucun."
"Location, price, spacious room, off st parking, really good"
"Nothing"
"it was definitely different from all other hostels but this place was wonderful and very comfortable stay!"
"I didn’t stay longer"
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"The fireplace was on when we got there. The owners were very friendly and helpful."
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"Location was great for our purposes of hiking in the area. Room 5 was spacious which beat just having a room. Loved having the communal kitchen space available to cook a simple meal."
"Scenic location looking out to mountains and convenient to trails."
Georgette The Nook
"Spacious clean apartment in a charming location. Owners were very friendly and helpful. Very satisfied."
Nancy Mt Hutt Lodge
"The host offers the option of a purchased, home cooked and gourmet dinner. I highly suggest you partake, her cooking was divine and the dining room in the home was a lovely space in which to spend an evening."
Daniel Gunyah Country Estate
"The front desk lady was extremely helpful and friendly in helping us around town and showing us our rooms"
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"The breakfast was on the light side but for the price of the room it was substantial. Other breakfast options were nearby."
Janice Albert Mews B and B
"Location was right in town close to beach, bars, shops, and restaurants. The motel was spotless. The owners were very helpful and a wealth of information. Extremely well stocked, with everything you need. Highly recommend this motel"
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"Close to restaurant within walking distance, quiet, clean."
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