Despite it's location away from the very heart of Nelson this is an excellent place to stay, with free bike hire, free pick up and drop off and free fresh baked bread in the morning the value is superb. The place is well kept with character and a sociable atmosphere of a place to live, not just visit.

Originally I was due to stay at The Bug for one night and ended up staying four as found it such a welcoming and cosy place to stay. It feels like you,re staying at a friends house rather than a backpackers. I was in the three bed share room and the bed was very comfortable, complete with two pillows. It... More

We stayed there one night only as we had an early flight out of Nelson. The place has two buildings. We stayed in the Twin room is a separate house. The place was very clean, everything was either new or recently renovated. It has a very small outdoor area. The doors have coded locks so you will need a torch... More

We arrived in Nelson in on a late March afternoon, having reserved a double room with private bathroom at the Bug. The room was spacious and clean, and outfitted with a large private kitchen & cooking equipment, couch, and DVD player. The best part about the place, however, was the atmosphere and helpful attitude of the staff (especially Anthony) -... More

This place is so laid back, yet still clean and efficiently run. I've no idea how the manager does it! It really feels like you are staying with your friends. The rooms were delightfully clean, the kitchen was fully stocked and modern and the bathrooms spotless! Definitely a place I didn't mind lingering in and would love to revisit.

As soon as we arrived the The Bug it felt like we were visiting a friend. The manager and other guests were very friendly. The room was just like my bedroom at home, big and clean. The kitchen and living area are great. There's a nice outdoor area. A range of board games. In the morning there is freshly baked... More

We stayed in the apartment building for 2 nights in February, the manager was very friendly and helpful. The whole place was very clean and modern with a great atmosphere. The apartment was very large with bathroom and a kitchen (fridge, microwave, no cooker but can use main kitchen), V comfortable beds. Definitely worth treating yourselves if you have been... More

First things first, the Bug is easy to find. There's a strip of accommodation along the road, the bug is the one with the yellow-y fence and VW beetle in the driveway. We choose the Bug due it's positive reviews on Trip Advisor, and boy we weren't disappointed! At $90/night we got a studio room - sure the bed and... More

This is a very good backpacker. Even when, if you don't have a car, the location is not totally good, because is quite far away from the town centre just by walking. Anyway...very nice manager, very clean and comfortable double bedroom. Cozy kitchen and very tasty free bread for breakfast every morning. You also have wifi for free, and a... More