Broads Park
Broads Park, Toi Toi, Nelson, New Zealand- Park
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About this hotel
Welcome to The Bug Backpackers!
Convenient Amenities: Guests can enjoy free unlimited WiFi, fully equipped communal kitchens, laundry services, and a garden with hammocks and BBQ facilities.
Ideal Location: Perfect for exploring Abel Tasman National Park, wineries, and beaches. The tour desk can help with reservations and activity planning.
Social Atmosphere: With private and dormitory rooms, it's easy to meet fellow travelers. Relax in the hammocks, play board games, or enjoy a game of pétanque.
Ready to experience a cozy stay at The Bug Backpackers? Book now and make unforgettable memories!
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Important Information
Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with a credit card.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.
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.
A deposit may be required at the property.
Stay Details
Check-in from
04:00 PM
Check-out by
10:00 AM
Parking
FREE
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Amenities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Terrace
Garden
Laundry
Private parking
Designated smoking area
Street parking
Shared lounge/TV area
Shared kitchen
Outdoor furniture
Sun loungers or beach chairs
Picnic area
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Contactless check-in/check-out
Invoice provided
Smoke alarms
Key access
CCTV outside property
CCTV in common areas
Room Types
Single Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
Up to 1 guests20 sqmBunk bed (Variable Size)
This dormitory room includes linen, a personal reading light and electrical sockets. Bathroom facilities are shared.
Sleeps
Up to 1 guests
1 adults
Beds
Bunk bed (Variable Size)
Room details
20 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerToiletHeatingTile/marble floorWardrobe or closetLinenEntire unit located on ground floorToilet paperBoard games/puzzlesTrash cansSocket near the bedMobile hotspot deviceSmoke alarmKey accessReading light
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Up to 1 guests20 sqmBunk bed (Variable Size)
Sleeps
Up to 1 guests
1 adults
Beds
Bunk bed (Variable Size)
Room details
20 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerToiletHeatingTile/marble floorWardrobe or closetLinenEntire unit located on ground floorToilet paperBoard games/puzzlesTrash cansSocket near the bedMobile hotspot deviceSmoke alarmKey accessReading light
Double Room with Private Bathroom
Up to 2 guests16 sqmDouble bed (131-150 cm wide)
This room features a private bathroom with shower facilities. This room includes shower towels and hand towels.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
16 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerToiletPrivate bathroomHeatingWardrobe or closetLinenEntire unit located on ground floorUpper floors accessible by stairs onlyToilet paperBoard games/puzzlesTrash cansCotsSocket near the bedMobile hotspot deviceSmoke alarmKey access
Queen Room with Shared Bathroom
Up to 2 guests16 sqm2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), 2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
The double room offers a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The double room features heating.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), 2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
Room details
16 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerToiletHeatingWardrobe or closetLinenEntire unit located on ground floorToilet paperBoard games/puzzlesTrash cansSocket near the bedMobile hotspot deviceSmoke alarmKey accessReading light
Family Room
Up to 6 guests20 sqmDouble bed (131-150 cm wide), 4 Bunk bed (Variable Size)
The family room offers a wardrobe, a tiled floor, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The family room features heating, a patio and garden views. The unit offers 5 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 6 guests
6 adults · 5 children
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide), 4 Bunk bed (Variable Size)
Room details
20 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
ShowerHair dryerToiletHeatingTile/marble floorWardrobe or closetLinenEntire unit located on ground floorToilet paperBoard games/puzzlesTrash cansSocket near the bedMobile hotspot deviceSmoke alarmKey accessReading light
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Up to 2 guests12 sqmDouble bed (131-150 cm wide)
This room includes linen. Bathroom facilities are shared.
Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. There is no capacity for additional guests.
A single bed can be added for a 3rd guest at an additional charge.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
12 sqm
In-room amenities
ShowerDeskToiletHeatingWardrobe or closetLinenEntire unit located on ground floorUpper floors accessible by stairs onlyToilet paperBoard games/puzzlesTrash cansCotsSocket near the bedMobile hotspot deviceSmoke alarmKey access
Family Room with Shared Bathroom
Up to 4 guestsDouble bed (131-150 cm wide), Bunk bed (Variable Size)
The family room has a shared bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 2 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 3 children
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide), Bunk bed (Variable Size)
In-room amenities
ShowerHair dryerToiletToilet paper
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Guest reviews(397 total)
Provider-sourced guest reviews.
10/10
Reviewed Jul 17, 2025The 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
3/10
Reviewed Jul 7, 2025Very cheap for a private room & off site parking
Weird vibe. Lots of permanent guests, one of whom yelled about other people doing/not doing dishes the whole time we were trying to cook dinner. Super uncomfortable, unnecessarily aggressive and all round tainted the experience. People also smoked directly outside our window all night long meaning we couldn't open it.
10/10
Reviewed Jun 2, 2025Cozy and friendly atmosphere that felt more like a home than a backpackers. Lovely back garden with access to grill.
The kitchen was a but small. If all the rooms were occupied, I think the kitchen would have been crowded.
9/10
Reviewed May 18, 2025great bed
8/10
Reviewed May 13, 2025the Manager/owner was so nice.
none.
10/10
Reviewed May 7, 2025Was comfortable and good service
10/10
Reviewed May 6, 2025Free upgrade!
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Apr 28, 2025I like the place and the customer service
5/10
Reviewed Apr 23, 2025Good location. Parking was available. Heating in the room was okay.
Not impressed by the bathroom and toilet facilities. The sheets on the bed were not fresh, and had damp smell. Not quite suitable for family.
8/10
Reviewed Apr 16, 2025The place is quiet, comfy and clean, many useful amenities in the kitchen, nice outdoor area and communal space. Room was clean and cosy.
1/10
Reviewed Apr 15, 2025Couldn't sleep all night because of strange sound like drilling something and some kind of ghost sound .
10/10
Reviewed Apr 14, 2025Really 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 😃👍
5/10
Reviewed Apr 6, 2025Was ok the staff lovely, but having been woken at 7am by the clean banging around in the kitchen I felt bit annoyed about.
8/10
Reviewed Apr 1, 2025Really quiet area
7/10
Reviewed Mar 30, 2025The place was clean and quiet and we think it’s all good for one night. We had a good night sleep and a friendly chat with the residents.
6/10
Reviewed Mar 23, 2025Very clean and tidy, residents friendly and talkative. probably needed more bathrooms and toilets but otherwise a very comfortable place to stay
10/10
Reviewed Mar 11, 2025Friendly, comfortable
6/10
Reviewed Mar 6, 2025Affordable and clean.
Very noisy.
1/10
Reviewed Mar 1, 2025I never use booking.com because if any issues arise, contacting customer care is impossible, with no phone number provided. I stayed only for two days; staying longer was impossible.
I never use booking.com because if any issues arise, contacting customer care is impossible, with no phone number provided. I stayed only for two days; staying longer was impossible.
9/10
Reviewed Feb 28, 2025Very clean and organised
The fridges were a bit smelly and dirty but that was the only complaint
1/10
Reviewed Feb 28, 2025The reception lady is nice though, the kitchen was clean and there is a nice garden. They also allow me to park in their space but I would not recommend you to stay if you wanna have a good sleep which is what you expect!
Avoid this backpacker if you want to have a safe and relax night. None of the booking review relates to the fact that how are the people staying there! so I cannot reflect it on my review. In the room I stayed, long stay people were talking to themselves the whole night! wandering in the room with loud voice! non-sense! sick and drugged people! I could not sleep and rather scared! This is a long-stay accommodation for some and not a good place for a backpacker.
9/10
Reviewed Feb 27, 2025Super comfy bed, good location and parking, no fridge in room.
1/10
Reviewed Feb 27, 2025Nothing
Not a backpacker in sight. More like a half way house for drunk old men. We didn't stay we felt unsafe and left immediately
8/10
Reviewed Feb 22, 2025Lovely welcome. Very homely feel and spacious garden. Bed & pillows were amazing 👏
8/10
Reviewed Feb 19, 2025Easygoing atmosphere
Some long term guests rather sullen - not owners fault tho!
1/10
Reviewed Feb 19, 2025Having a private room here is a must if you are going to stay here. However all the doors are left open and staff members who are also residents encourage people to go into your room. They also smoke and drink right outside the door all night.
We were incredibly unsafe and uncomfortable here. The men who worked here were knocking on our door during the night pretending to be policemen to get into our room. They also stared at us and harassed us when we were in communal spaces. Sometimes they got aggressive and threw things around and yelled at us. On top of this, there was an actual policemen there due to an investigation of the issues there which added to the sense that we were not in a safe place.
7/10
Reviewed Feb 19, 2025The beds were comfortable and the bathrooms toilets/sinks/showers were really clean. The kitchen seemed alright as well although we didn’t use it. Was a short walk to the shops also.
There was a few stains on one of the pillowcases, there was evidence of mould and paint peeling on the bathroom ceilings so this could do with getting cleaned and repainted. There was also no code or anything on the door so anyone could just walk in. It didn’t feel secure at all.
9/10
Reviewed Feb 18, 2025The staff, the vibe, the inclusivity. It was well organised and an additional blessing of a lovely shared Sunday brunch (gifted by the owner) was a lovely touch. It was super friendly and relaxed. Everyone was chilled and respectful of others' needs when I was there.
Squeaky doors! I was up early and trying to creep out without noise was thwarted by the squeaky doors!! It wouldn't necessarily be ideal for a solo traveller without much life experience due to the mixed clientele - it could be a bit daunting and uncomfortable in that context.
9/10
Reviewed Feb 18, 2025Lovely friendly host and handy location. Breakfast on the back lawn was a nice before we headed off
8/10
Reviewed Feb 11, 2025Amazing value accomodation. The staff keep it really clean and the rooms are very comfortable.
8/10
Reviewed Feb 8, 2025The bed was so comfy, lovely people and other guests were really friendly
9/10
Reviewed Feb 7, 2025Cosy little guesthouse, you've got all you need for a comfortable stay: kitchen, clean bathroom, cosy backyard and parking.
Little noisy as the walls aren't thick but it didn't trouble us as the other guests were respectful and didn't talk till late.
1/10
Reviewed Feb 3, 2025Appaling behaviour by the live on staff member. Reminiscent of someone coming off steriods or meth or something in movies. I have no idea what was actually wrong with her but definately not right in the head.DO NOT STAY HERE.
The behavior exhibited by the live in staff was absolutely disgusting. Intimidating violent and inappropriate. If this wasn't the case it would be a very good backpackers. But it's not a safe place so long as that person's still there
10/10
Reviewed Feb 3, 2025Everything! 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!
1/10
Reviewed Feb 1, 2025If you want a quiet, peaceful place to relax and safely store your belongings, this is not it. I did not stay the night, I left and stayed elsewhere.
7/10
Reviewed Jan 31, 2025Super friendly manager and comfy room for 2.
Nothing at all.
8/10
Reviewed Jan 29, 2025Great location, great value
Busy, noisy (other guests), hot
10/10
Reviewed Jan 26, 2025Excellent staff! The lady caretaker/manager who looks after the place all day every day was so helpful and kind! She helped me and my partner when we had an issue with our booking (our fault) and made sure we were comfortable and couldnt have done more to help us!!! We stayed here before we went to the Abel Tasman over new year.
8/10
Reviewed Jan 21, 2025Clean, quiet, outdoor chilling place at backyard. High speed stable nternet.
9/10
Reviewed Jan 20, 2025Exceptionally good value for a private double room. The vibe of the place is a little odd as there are long term tenants, but they all seemed friendly and harmless enough. Beyond that Fran the proprietor was very friendly and welcoming. This place is perfect for those on a budget.
4/10
Reviewed Jan 14, 2025Nothing
Everything from the manager talking bad to other people to the bed bugs, got bitten!
3/10
Reviewed Jan 9, 2025Bed was comfy and room was super cheap.
Bathroom was not clean with a dirty razor in the shower. Floor of our bedroom had gunk and dirt all over it. Locals that lived there were nice but kept us up til 3am setting off fireworks right in front of our room. Not a great location either.
7/10
Reviewed Jan 6, 2025Staff were nice and accomodating
8/10
Reviewed Jan 6, 2025Clean
The bed not good
10/10
Reviewed Jan 4, 2025Easy to find, good kitchen, nice staff
7/10
Reviewed Dec 30, 2024Garden was very pleasant Reception was very helpful Breakfast on Sunday very kind And s proper bed
Distance from town as walking with rucksack in heat
8/10
Reviewed Dec 26, 2024Very nice personnel, xmas lunch proposed 😋 and it was really good. Nice hostel toi stay, with a nice garden.
Little far from center of Nelson, one neighbor in the hostel who was very very noisy, shouting and singing the whole night! I think that he also drank a lot, because he smelled alcohol and I sincerely did not want to cross him at the entrance. Exception this guest, the hostel is very nice.
9/10
Reviewed Dec 22, 2024Commun spaces were really clean The bedroom was perfect for us (nice bed, sink in the room) Fran waited for us despite our late arrival near midnight. Very good value for money. Many thanks for that.
8/10
Reviewed Dec 14, 2024The place was very clean, tidy, well organised. My room was spacious and comfortable. The manager Trina was friendly and helpful. When I asked her for a fan so I could close the window, she found one for me. My food didn't go missing. I slept well there.
Maybe young single female should not stay there but it depends on your life experience. Get a single room.
10/10
Reviewed Dec 14, 2024The room was spacious, clean, the bed comfortable. The place was quiet on Friday's night, the manager Trina was welcoming and very helpful. The kitchen and lounge was very clean. I would come back there again.
Nothing that stay.
7/10
Reviewed Dec 5, 2024The location. Price. Staff were great.
My sister had labeled food in fridge and it still got stolen so wouldn't recommend using their kitchen
10/10
Reviewed Dec 2, 2024Nice and cosy
3/10
Reviewed Nov 22, 2024The (private) room itself was tidy
Felt incredibly unsafe. Please do not go there when you are alone, especially as a female! Most residents seem to live there permanently. Seems to be in a bad neighbourhood. Weed-use in the building. Heard bangs nearby during the night. Shared bathrooms are very dirty. Wouldnt stay there again
Guest Feedback
Feedback themes are sourced from guest reviews provided by our data provider.
What guests love
- •Comfy beds
- •Decent room sizes
Cleanliness
8.96/10Shared bathroom with multiple rooms but noted as all good, indicating cleanliness is satisfactory.
Service
8.93/10Standard service quality for this hotel tier.
Location
8.97/10Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Room Quality
9.42/10Rooms are decent sized and the bed was one of the comfiest ever slept in.
Amenities
8.95/10Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.91/10Value for money is great!
Food and Beverage
8.96/10Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.93/10Overall experience is highly positive.