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Downtown Backpackers

Name: Downtown Backpackers
Address: 131 Bridge Street, Nelson City, Nelson, New Zealand, 7010, 131 Bridge Street, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand
Rating: 6

Hostels

6.0

/10

Pleasant

65 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Jett

10.0

/ 10

Great location. Just be mindful that the parking is located at the back of the bar.

Lynda

10.0

/ 10

Great, friendly owner (who lives on-site) and staff. We stayed for two nights and had such a good time that we booked for a further two!

wenling

10.0

/ 10

I booked this place simple because it is the cheapest for a bed in 4-bed room. My experience of living there is superb: 2 min's walk to the main street; supermarket named fresh-choice is a few minutes away and countdown is like 10 minutes away by walk; the receptionist and the owner is pretty helpful; the kitchen is spacious with sufficient cooking utensils, the highlight of my trip is--they offered any backpacker free use of their bikes. I rode a brand-new mountain bike for 2 days, leisurely wondering around the city and the coastline...for a regular solo traveler like me, it is perfect: great location, cheap accommodation, free bike. someone mentioned in the review list saying it is noisy because it is close to a night club. I am a dead sleeper, so I heard no noise, nor did i hear my roommates complain about it. I gave this stay a 5 star-rating. high recommended!

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131 Bridge Street, Nelson City, Nelson, New Zealand, 7010

Main Facilities

24-Hour Front Desk

WiFi

Downtown Backpackers is a hostel is located at Nelson City. 24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.

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131 Bridge Street, Nelson City, Nelson, New Zealand, 7010

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In Nelson (Nelson City Centre)

Location

With a stay at Downtown Backpackers in Nelson (Nelson City Centre), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of The Suter and Montgomery Square. This hostel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Queens Gardens and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Nelson Market.

Attractions

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

The Suter - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Montgomery Square - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Nelson Provincial Museum - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Nelson Market - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Queens Gardens - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Anzac Park - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Christ Church Cathedral - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Flamedaisy Glass Design - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Trafalgar Park - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Botanical Reserve - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Fairfield Park - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Centre of New Zealand Monument - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Founders Heritage Park - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Victory Square - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi

The nearest major airport is Nelson (NSN) - 9 km / 5.6 mi

Facilities

Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.

Business Facilities

Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 14 guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.

All facilities in Downtown Backpackers

Functional Hall

Common Space

Accommodation Services

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Hotel Services

Luggage storage
Express check-in
Express check-out
24-hour Receptionist

Things to Do

Barbecue
Picnic area

General

Smoking area
Terrace

Transportation

Airport transfer

Connectivity

Free WiFi

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Downtown Backpackers

Important Note

Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:

14:00 - 00:00

Check-out:

Before 10:00

Pets

Service Animals Allowed

Additional Policy

Professional property host/manager, Contactless check-out is available, No cribs (infant beds) available, No rollaway/extra beds available, Noise-free rooms not guaranteed, Cashless transactions are available, Children not allowed

General Information

Popular Facilities	24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi
Check-In / Check-Out Time	From 14:00 - 00:00 - to 10:00
Available rooms at Downtown Backpackers	14
Another facilities in Downtown Backpackers	Luggage storage, Express check-in, Express check-out, 24-hour Receptionist, Barbecue

Frequently asked question in Downtown Backpackers

What are available facilities at Downtown Backpackers?

There are top facilites at Downtown Backpackers such as 24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi. (some may require extra charges)

What is normal check-in & check-out time at Downtown Backpackers?

The standard check-in time at Downtown Backpackers is starting from 14:00 - 00:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 10:00

How many stars does Downtown Backpackers have?

Downtown Backpackers is a 2.0-star hotel.

How many rooms does Downtown Backpackers have?

Downtown Backpackers has 14 rooms in total.

Does Downtown Backpackers provide airport transfer?

Yes, Downtown Backpackers provides airport transfer upon request. Please contact the property directly for more details.

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Overall Ratings & Reviews Downtown Backpackers

Other sources (65)

6.0

Pleasant

From 65 reviews

Cleanliness

6.6

Room Comfort

6.2

Service and Facilites

7.0

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Traveler Reviews Downtown Backpackers

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Bevan

2.0

/10

Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very dated. There was no hot water in the evening or the next morning.

Jamie

Leisure

8.0

/10

Reviewed 14 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Decent cheap inner city accommodation.

Katrin

with Partner

4.0

/10

Reviewed 16 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Wouldnt call it a backpackers - only other people we have seen around did not seem like travelers and the whole place had a bit of a sketchy vibe. We had a double room with ensuite and there was also a kitchen there (which we didn’t use). Everything looked a bit rundown and the bed was very worn out. The room also had a bit of an unpleasant smell to it which I believed to be urine… wouldnt stay there again. On the positive site, check in was very easy and the staff member we met was very friendly.

Fiona

Leisure

4.0

/10

Reviewed 68 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Grim and depressing but good communications by staff

Thomas

Leisure with Friends

4.0

/10

Reviewed 71 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

When arrived we found out our room had been given to some other people, and then a loud argument occurred between the owner and one of the staff

Ashok

Leisure

2.0

/10

Reviewed 111 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I don't know how Expedia could list such a property on its website. The property is indicated as a backpacker establishment but it is more a boarding house for the down and out. The premises were filthy and unsanitary, the carpet was solid with dirt and sticky, the sheets had blood stains on them, there was rubbish and boxes lying everywhere in the common areas. I felt unsafe. When I told the proprietor that I wanted to leave she insisted on taking a cancellation fee. There was nothing else available so I had to stay there. It spoilt my impression of Nelson. A thoroughly terrible experience. Please get this place off your website!

Ashok

Leisure

2.0

/10

Reviewed 114 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This was the worst experience I have ever had staying anywhere. It spoilt my experience of Nelson. The place seemed like a boarding house for the down and out. I felt sorry for the people staying there - probably being exploited by a greedy proprietor. I had never come across such a dirty, rundown and depressing facility. I would say the place should be closed down but then I would feel sorry for the people who need accommodation.

Patricia

4.0

/10

Reviewed 123 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Good location

Geoff

Business

4.0

/10

Reviewed 123 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Getting access to property. Late Friday night very loud music from nearby. Being woken up at 3.20am Saturday morning by slamming doors and loud arguments and unsavoury language between people with a limited vocabulary.

Paul

Business and Leisure with Partner

2.0

/10

Reviewed 123 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The shared kitchen was dirty, the entrance hall was untidy and the room was not clean. The curtains was half off the rail. Did not look like the internet photos. Left and booked at another place for the night. Would not reccomend this place for anybody.

Katrina

Leisure

8.0

/10

Reviewed 170 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Not the fanciest place and quite shabby in parts but it was clean, the bed was comfy and I slept well. Well priced and conveniently located with a very helpful friendly manager.

Christopher

Friends and Family with Friends

4.0

/10

Reviewed 173 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Slow to get into the accommodation. The staff member was pleasant. Room was basic. Had a very poor mattress and a single bed that was too small for me. The night was interrupted was excessive coughing and hacking up of phlegm by one resident. Very load TVs at 02:30 by a guest. Managed to get 3 hours of sleep from shear fatigue.

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Leisure with Partner

2.0

/10

Reviewed 267 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Could not have been a more terrible experience if it tried

Shivraj

Friends and Family with Friends

6.0

/10

Reviewed 326 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

This backpacker place is cheap to stay with good size queen room, which has tv, fridge, queen/double size bed, private bathroom and heater. The room is quite good in size n accomodating in that price. There is communal/sharing kitchen with all kitchenware n cookware things, also free breakfast included. The only problem is the club downstairs, on friday and saturday night the noise and bass effect of speakers shake the whole room. So if you planning to stay those night peacefully n relax, then sorry you must see other option. But if you keen on going clubs/bars downstairs on friday n saturday night like we did, then its best at that price n its cleaned n comfortable. Also the backapacker is right in the heart of the city.

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Friends and Family Family

6.0

/10

Reviewed 327 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Owner was friendly and very helpful. Room was cheap and wifi was good. Location is good with lots of eateries, shops. Close distance to Centre of Nelson, Queens Garden and Intercity bus terminal.

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with Partner

4.0

/10

Reviewed 334 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

If you are going out on the town, it’s perfect. We were told there may be some nice as we are in the party-end of town but didn’t expect that the biggest club in town was downstairs. Spent the night trying to sleep through the booming bass from the club. Not at all a good sleep (until 3am) but if you are in town to party it would be fine

Martin Rune Hassan

with Partner

2.0

/10

Reviewed 367 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Hotel located on top of nightclub playing VERY loud techno music. Absolutely impossible to sleep, even using earplugs. Left for other hotel in middle of night. I am a sound sleeper and used to stay in simple hotels in developing countries, but this is the worst I have ever tried.

Heike

with Partner

6.0

/10

Reviewed 376 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

It's over a nightclub with no sound proofing. So its very loud and the base makes the doors rattle. The room also get very hot in summer.

Don

with Partner

4.0

/10

Reviewed 383 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The backpackers itself was good but below was a nightclub and extreme vibrating noice due to loud music till 3am

Verified traveler

2.0

/10

Reviewed 385 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The worst nights sleep due to the nightclub directly below the accommodation. The room was literally shaking from the bass and music until 3am. Bed was awful as well. Do not stay here!

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