This smoke-free hostel features a microwave in a common area, a fridge in a common area and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a computer station, express check-out and tour/ticket assistance.
Bridge Backpackers offers 21 accommodations with washers/dryers and blackout curtains. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. This Nelson hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Bridge Backpackers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Anzac Park. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities.
Free WiFi
Amenities include a computer, laundry facilities and TV in a common area
Steps from Anzac Park and Montgomery Square
Dogs welcome for a fee
Bridge Backpackers offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Bridge Backpackers also features laundry facilities, express check-out, and a television in common area.
This Nelson hostel is smoke free.
Languages
English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free offsite parking within 170 metres
Limited on-site parking
Things to do
TV in common areas
Family friendly
In-room washer/dryer
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Computer station
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Accessibility
No lift
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
More
Heating
Phone
Washer/dryer
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 10
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 1 and over, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets: NZD 10 per pet, per stay
Only dogs are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Pet fee: NZD 10 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-out fee: NZD 10 (subject to availability)
Towels fee: NZD 3.00 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Bridge Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Nelson
Bridge Backpackers Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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Dorm was spacious and clean. Plenty of bathrooms and showers. I arrived after reception, and I found the information for late check in was easy. Good hostel :)
I stayed here for two nights and everything seemed fine. The staff was very kind during check-in ans the kitchen was very clean. When I got into my room, it was well kept as well. I did not like the shower because the step was so high to get out (it’s fine going in, but when you forget and going out, I almost fell - 20Litre backpack for reference), the light was also responsible for the fan which made such a loud noise but worst of all, I found three bugs on my pillowcase throughout the duration of my stay. I mustered my courage and killed them and figured I would be able to pass the night but a little time afterwards, I have itchy bites all over my body, it’s horrendous! I told a staff member and showed her my photo as I was checking out and she seemed concerned as she had deep cleaned the room just a few days prior.
Not very clean at all. Pillow case had holes in. Didn't use kitchen as always too busy. Only 2 parking spaces slightly missing leading on advert. No hot water in shower one day. Shower head to low I'm 5ft 3 and I couldnt stand under it.
Good place in nice city center area — great staff —- good backpacker environment
kenneth
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
kenneth
25 Mar 2024
Liked: Amenities
Very nice room - I had .#2 — place was clean, safe and in heart of the Nelson city center
Loved the staff and vibe- hope to return
kenneth
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
2/10 Terrible
Alexandra
22 Mar 2024
Arrived at the hostel at 6.15pm, the reception had closed at 6pm. I was sent email instructions to collect a key from a safe, I opened the safe and there was no key for my name/room.
I asked around if anyone had seen any hostel staff, they had not. I tried emailing them but they only respond to emails during their working hours from 9am to 6pm. I then added credit to my phone to call their number - this went straight to voicemail and said they only answer calls between 9-6. There was NO emergency number to call out of hours.
After hanging around for over an hour I was about to leave and book a new hostel when a staff member appeared. He did not even apologise about what had happened. He said I was lucky as he doesn’t normally get up until 10pm.
I would strongly recommend not staying here if you are planning on arriving outside of their office opening hours.
The hostel in general was also odd and completely unsociable.
Alexandra
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Emma
6 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good value for money. Property is old and needs a bit of maintenance, but generally is clean and comfortable. My main annoyance was how much sound travelled from the courtyard into the room, even just the sound of other rooms opening and closing doors, walking up and down the stairs. So once everyone was up preparing for their early Abel Tasman departures, it meant I was up too. But in the grand scheme if things, this wasn't really a big deal for me.
My booking was cancelled through a glitch in the system an no faultof my own. So i had to find another place to stay. I tried to contact the Backpackers and Expedia to sort out a refund, had nothing but silence from both, even though when i ent and followed up the next day, the dudes on the front desk assured me that Expedia would get in touch with them to sort it out. After an initial conversation with Expedia ive had nothing back. Terrible service. Disgusting actually. From Expedia and the Backpackers. Do yourselves a favour and book in with the YHA round the corner.😒
I spent two nights in a 4-bed female dorm.
Pros:
- Excellent communication
- Easy after-hours check-in process
- Clean showers and toilets
- Sink in dorm
- Personal power outlets and lamps at each bed
Cons:
- No fan in room; room got very warm
- Bedbugs
C
We had a great stay over Christmas then again after new year. It was a bit strange being away from home at this time but the hostel staff made a big effort to make it fun with a lovely party. The common areas are great with loads of space and equipment to cook and relax. It’s very close to the bus stop and local restaurants. They kept our bags for us while we walked the Abel Tasman track. The hostel has a great vibe and we will be returning when we finish our trip around the South Island.
Have stayed here before and wasn’t terribly impressed. Read something that said it had had a facelift so thought I’d try again. However still think it is very tired and could do with further upgrade. Great location and lots of potential ..
When booking this room i rang in advance to see if there was parking available - no onsite parking. A little inconvenient. The staff member informed me that i couldnt book the dates i wanted because there were no rooms available even though the website was allowing me to book the dates i wanted - the dates were accepted and turns out the room was available. A bit confusing.
Upon arrival staff were helpful. The room was was very unclean and had a musty smell of urine and mould. Being pregnant and travelling with my son this was not ideal. The bathroom was dirty and the bed was very hard. Unfortunately i did not think it was on the same street as the night clubs in nelson - it happened to be a saturday night so many drunk loud people in the street close by and right next to our room at the backpackers. I only managed to get 3 hours of light sleep. We had booked 2 nights, i couldnt stay another night, we checked out early and informed the staff of our dissapointment. We were not able to be refunded, we still had to pay for a room somewhere else - they told us because we booked through wotif.co.nz and not directly with them no refund could be given. Do not reccomend this property.