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The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers

2.0 star property
Beach hostel near Natureland Zoo

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Property amenity
Property amenity
Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (6 beds) | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Located near Tahunanui Beach Reserve, The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers welcomes guests with free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities. The on-site restaurant serves tasty meals, while the bar provides a perfect spot for meeting other travelers.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

About the neighborhood

Tahunanui, a neighborhood in Nelson, is home to The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers. World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Provincial Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Natureland Zoo and Queens Gardens. Check out an event or a game at Trafalgar Park, and consider making time for Founders Heritage Park, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Map
31 Beach Road, Nelson, 7011

What's nearby

  • Natureland Zoo - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Nelson Market - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Trafalgar Park - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sublime Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Suburban Club - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sprig + Fern Tahuna - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers

Hostel near Tahunanui Beach Reserve
Located close to Natureland Zoo and World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars, The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers provides a free roundtrip airport shuttle, laundry facilities, and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • A free area shuttle, luggage storage, and a TV in the lobby
  • Tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers offer amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers
  • Communal kitchens, heating, and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on request
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 17 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Bouncing Lamb Backpackers Hostel Nelson
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Bouncing Lamb Backpackers
The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers Nelson
The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 9 AM–5 PM on request.

Where is The Bouncing Lamb Backpackers located?

Located in Tahunanui, this beach hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Natureland Zoo and Tahunanui Beach Reserve. World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Provincial Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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