The Bug Backpackers
Hostel
226 Vanguard Street, Nelson, New Zealand
C$ 45
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About The Bug Backpackers
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Good to Know
| Check-in time | 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out time | 10:00 AM |
| Payment & Cancellation | Policies vary by room type and provider. |
| Front desk number | +64 3539 4227 |
Perks and amenities at The Bug Backpackers
A comprehensive list of on-site, in-building, and in-room amenities you’ll find at The Bug Backpackers
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Airport shuttle
- Internet
- Laundry service
- Laundry facilities
- Complimentary breakfast
- Hairdryer
- Express check-out
General
- Quiet street view
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Non-smoking rooms available
- Reading light
- Terrace/Patio
- Disabled Access
- Roll-in shower
- Linens
- Towels
- Cribs available
- Fire extinguisher
- Laundry facilities
- Fold-up bed
- Shared bathroom
- Garden view
- Shared kitchen
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Smoke alarms
- Heating
- Shower
- Iron and ironing board
- Socket near the bed
- Express check-out
- Hairdryer
- Carpeted
- Mountain view
- Tile/marble floor
- Non-feather pillow
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Trash cans
- Complimentary breakfast
- Free parking
- Upper floors accessible by stairs
- Desk
- Private bathroom
- Walk-in shower
- Garden
- Wardrobe or closet
- Designated smoking area
- Storage available
- Private parking
Activities
- Bicycle rental
- Board games/puzzles
Services
- Laundry service
- Key access
- Airport shuttle
Reviews for The Bug Backpackers
Read firsthand reviews and testimonials from guests who have stayed at The Bug Backpackers, providing insights into their experiences. Travellers have left 886 reviews of The Bug Backpackers to date. Review data was last updated on 24 April 2025.
7.2
Based on 886 verified guest reviews
Pros +
- Nice hostel in Nelson. (in 6 reviews)
- "Only a short walk into town, or a 5 min cycle (cycles for hire)." (in 14 reviews)
- Good place to stay. (in 12 reviews)
Cons -
- More plug sockets needed in rooms (in 1 review)
- "Not so clean, smelly room, Noisy, and too close to the toilet and shower" (in 3 reviews)
- The kitchen is too small. (in 5 reviews)
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Explore Nelson
The Bug Backpackers is located at 226 Vanguard Street in the neighbourhood of Nelson. Popular landmark data was lasted updated on 24 April 2025.
Most Popular Landmarks
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