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Paradiso Backpackers

42 Weka Street, Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand, Distance from city centre: 0.8km

Rating: 80% from 5 reviews

  • 80%Atmosphere
  • 84%Staff
  • 72%Security
  • 64%Cleanliness
  • 88%Location
  • 85%Value for money
  • 85%Facilities

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  • This hostel might be a little rough around the edges, but they more than make up for it - friendly staff, a pool and hot tub, great social atmosphere, lots of people to meet, breakfast and evening soup, and truly amazing value. Only complaints would be that it could be a little bit cleaner, and the dorms don't have as many lockers as they have beds - but we left our stuff out and nothing was taken, felt very safe. would definitely recommend!!!!
  • 89%
  • 3 April 2013 Samantha Canada
  • Had a great time here, friendly people, free breakfast, comfy bed and free wireless internet all the time that is not slow. good times.
  • 100%
  • 22 March 2013 ricardo Argentina
  • We were very disappointed in our stay. This hostel felt like we were staying in a facility which encouraged loud, obnoxious behavior, excessive alcohol consumption, and felt overall dirty & tacky. After 9 PM the kitchen area became the social center, and the area was packed full of young loud drinkers consuming alcohol. The kitchen was filthy, with dirty dishes everywhere. Sometime after 10, because of lax security, a homeless man wandered in the door. Do yourself a favor and stay at Tasman.
  • 40%
  • 12 February 2012 Cassie
  • This is definitely a party hostel (and it's definitely the closest to jersey shore out of all of the hostels I've been to) so if you're looking for a quiet place to relax after a long day of tramping, this is probably not the place for you. It's a very lively place with excellent facilities, including a pool and volley-ball court and two kitchens and a lot of space to hang out and meet other travelers. The free soup in the evenings and free breakfast in the morning were a big plus.
  • 86%
  • 8 February 2012 Anonymous USA
  • We had an awesome stay at Paradiso! The staff were really friendly and helpful. It was a great atmosphere with a pool and nice kitchen area. Areas of improvement could include: bathroom cleanliness and security lockers. Great place to stay and would totally recommend to everyone!
  • 87%
  • 2 February 2011 Brandon
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