It’s cheap and this backpackers is an iconic sort of place in the heart of Nelson. But, the apartment needs a good scrubbing and the mattresses are old and very soft. The second “bedroom” has a curtain for privacy. The view from the kitchen and deck is nice, and the staff were friendly and helpful. The first night we had trouble sleeping do to fear of bedbugs, but it was just in our head. One night at 3 am a man was talking to himself outside our window, probably high.