2 Star Hotel

Bridge Backpackers

8 Bridge Street, Nelson, New Zealand View Map

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Bridge Backpackers

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Elegant Accommodations Bridge Backpackers in Nelson offers a 5-star hostel experience with a beautiful garden and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the lounge, outdoor seating area, or shared kitchen. Comfortable Amenities The hostel features a tour desk, luggage storage, bicycle parking, and a work desk. Each room includes a private bathroom with a shower, hairdryer, and wardrobe. Carpeted floors provide a comfortable environment. Explore the City Located 4.3 mi from Nelson Airport, Bridge Backpackers is ideal for hiking enthusiasts. The surrounding area offers water sports, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities.

771 Reviews

7.4Good
Cleanliness
7.7
Staff
8.3
Location
9.1

What Guests Say

  • “Stay away unless the only other option is the street”
  • “The location, easy on street parking, beds were very clean and comfortable”
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Top Amenities

  • Free Internet Access
  • Pets Allowed
  • Kitchen/Kitchenette
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Room Options

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Twin Room with Private Bathroom1/4

Twin Room with Private Bathroom

108 sqft • 2 Single

  • Alarm clock
  • Bath or Shower
  • Carpeting
  • Closet
Double Room with Private Bathroom1/4

Double Room with Private Bathroom

108 sqft • 1 Double

  • Alarm clock
  • Bath or Shower
  • Carpeting
  • Closet
Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room1/4

Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room

87 sqft • 1 Bunk

  • Bath or Shower
  • Carpeting
  • Heating
  • Key access
Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room1/4

Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room

87 sqft • 1 Bunk

  • Balcony
  • Bath or Shower
  • Blackout curtains
  • Carpeting
Single Room1/4

Single Room

87 sqft • 1 Single

  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Balcony
  • Bath or Shower
Single Room with Bathroom1/4

Single Room with Bathroom

108 sqft • 1 Single

  • Alarm clock
  • Bath or Shower
  • Carpeting
  • Closet

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    What Guests Loved

    7.4
    Good

    Based on 771 reviews

    Location

    9.1

    Cleanliness

    7.7

    Staff

    8.3

    Overall Quality

    7.5

    Pros +

    • Location and price
    • Stay away unless the only other option is the street
    • The location, easy on street parking, beds were very clean and comfortable

    Cons -

    • Cramped room and a very high ladder
    • Horrible smell. Poorly maintained, this place should be a 2 star place in Kabul not in New Zealand
    • I booked an all girls dorm and when I woke up there was also a gentleman staying in the room. It wasn’t a problem for me but definitely something to be mindful of with other females guests
    Business Traveler (72)Solo Traveler (549)Traveling as Couple (435)Family with Young Children (113)Senior Traveler (5)Group Traveler (236)Total (1,432)
    6ChloePosted on: 11-19-2022

    Location and price

    Cramped room and a very high ladder

    1gpalmonPosted on: 12-26-2025

    Stay away unless the only other option is the street

    Horrible smell. Poorly maintained, this place should be a 2 star place in Kabul not in New Zealand

    8ChelsiePosted on: 12-14-2025

    The location, easy on street parking, beds were very clean and comfortable

    I booked an all girls dorm and when I woke up there was also a gentleman staying in the room. It wasn’t a problem for me but definitely something to be mindful of with other females guests

    7SofiaPosted on: 12-13-2025

    Location was great. Check in process was easy. Beds were comfy. Towels were provided. Kitchen was a good size and well supplied.

    Our bathroom door was broken (room 20). It was very noisy overnight. No staff around whatsoever.

    8CarlosantiagoPosted on: 10-30-2025

    It’s well located and quiet

    There is no staff, the toilet extractor is extremely noisy and the room had some remaining hair from previous guest.

    9EvaPosted on: 10-23-2025

    The staff were super nice and the accommodation was comfortable and clean. The location was so convenient to access everything you might want and was really quiet at night. This was a friendly and social place, but not a party hostel (perfect for me).

    Nothing that wouldn't be the same at most hostels - like using a shower or the kitchen after someone who doesn't clean up after themselves. But most other guests were really respectful and staff did a good clean of the bathrooms and kitchen every day.

    7NaomiPosted on: 10-21-2025

    The staff are really friendly and welcoming! Also, the kitchen and outdoor space are great and the hostel is located very centrally in Nelson.

    The kitchen was lacking a lot of utensils, cutlery and mugs for the number of guests. The wifi was not great and kept disconnecting from my phone.

    6DaniellePosted on: 4-29-2025

    Cheap accomodation, central location

    A little rough, but very cheap so to be somewhat expected. Was bitten by bugs in bed

    6PickardPosted on: 4-27-2025

    Location fine. Communication excellent l. Staff friendly and helpful. Kitchen needs more cutlery, cups and some sink plugs !Beds in double room were not that comfy and the room a bit small but for young travellers be fine. Very loud bathroom fan.

    As above

    10JustinePosted on: 4-22-2025

    Clean, safe, location

    10CallaPosted on: 4-18-2025

    Such a great hostel! Plenty of hang out spaces, love having the desktop computer, comfortable rooms.

    10LuisaPosted on: 4-17-2025

    it was super comfy, the walls are actual proper walls, ensuit was very clean and handy, good shower pressure, clean kitchen with all you need and cute environment. would happily go back!

    8LjiljanaPosted on: 4-15-2025

    Great location, so close to a bus station, super convenient, one of the main reasons I decided to stay there. Kitchen well equipped and practical. Room very functional.

    Noise from the outside, some alarm and very noisy bathroom fan - even when I switch off mine light & fan, I can hear others used in neighbouring rooms.

    10AlexPosted on: 4-13-2025

    Really enjoyed my stay thank you! And very dog friendly. My dog enjoyed making friends with some of the guests. Great location just a walk away from most things.

    8MaggiePosted on: 4-13-2025

    Nice little hostel with great facilities - huge kitchen, nice dining space and outdoor seating area. the location was fantastic, right over the road from the bus interchange. It was great that we could leave our extra luggage at no cost while walking the Abel Tasman Track. (A bit extra to leave bags if you're not returning.)

    The single rooms at the front above the street were poorly insulated and very hot and noisy, with other guests sitting outside on the street to keep socialising after quiet time. We had a room at the back on the return trip, which was much better, although a bed with a bedhead or a wall would be great in the twin rooms. It's hard to sit up and read if you don't get the bed against the wall.

    10GiuliaPosted on: 4-11-2025

    Friendly staff , chill and cozy atmosphere!Big kitchen with everything you need, nice garden!

    7LyndsayPosted on: 4-8-2025

    Close to town and had everything in walking distance.

    I wish the bunks had curtains to separate the beds

    4RogerPosted on: 4-7-2025

    Location was pretty good

    Couldn’t shower think it was meant for a child and the water pressure was terrible

    4KayPosted on: 4-7-2025

    Disappointing

    Shared bathrooms were filthy and not stocked with toilet paper, rubbish bins overflowing. Understand this is a hostel, but some modicum of cleanliness is required.

    4KyliePosted on: 4-7-2025

    Good quality towels. Shower had good pressure. Uncomfortable bed with a bathroom that was not clean, walls had dirty marks and the basin sink tap had something on the faucet. There was something wrapped in toilet paper put in the corner of the room.

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Food & Drinks

    • Kitchen/Kitchenette
    • Shared kitchen

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Daily disinfection

    General

    • Pets Allowed
    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 3:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 10:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome.
    PetsPets are allowed upon request. Charges may apply.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    Please note that pets are only allowed in the following room names: Single Room with Bathroom / Double Room with Private Bathroom / Twin Room with Private Bathroom.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Location

    Bridge Backpackers

    8 Bridge Street, Nelson

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