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Located within 1.7 km of Tahunanui Beach and 2.9 km of Trafalgar Park in Nelson, Studio or Cabin on Whitby provides accommodation with free WiFi and seating area. Guests staying at this bed and breakfast have access to a balcony. Guests can access the bed and breakfast via private entrance. A beautiful house on the hill with a great view of Tasmania Bay. Wake up in the morning and look out at the bay as you drink your coffee. Very comfortable bed with everything you need to relax and enjoy your stay.

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9.4
Superb
173 reviews
Price from
US$71
per night

Situated in Nelson, less than 1 km from Tahunanui Beach and 3.9 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Beach side Apartment Nelson features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. This apartment provides a tennis court as well as barbecue facilities. The property is non-smoking and is located 4.2 km from Trafalgar Park. Clean, spacious, and well-equipped with an elevated location. Close to restaurants and a swimming beach. Comfortable beds and helpful host. Hard to beat. Parking is on the street but is effectively as good as private parking.

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9.8
Exceptional
120 reviews
Price from
US$97
per night

The Wheelhouse Inn features five self-contained houses and apartments with spectacular sea views, from Nelson's Port Hills to the lovely Tasman Bay. A 5-minute drive from Tahunanui Beach, it offers free WiFi access, free on-site parking and barbecue facilities. Fantastic apartment with incredible views. we appreciated the extra touches including binoculars and cookies!

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9.4
Superb
746 reviews
Price from
US$170
per night

Just 5 minutes’ walk from Tahunanui Beach, Beaches Nelson offers self-contained accommodation with a private balcony or patio. It features a barbecue area, free bicycle rental and free WiFi.

Beaches Nelson is 5 minutes’ drive from Nelson Golf Links, Nelson Airport and Central Nelson. The famous Christ Church Cathedral are each a 10-minute drive away. This is an ideal base for whn you are walking the iconic Abel Tasman track. Nice walk to Beach, restaurant, go karts, zoo.Apt was spacious patio was private & nice. Jacuzzi tub was nice.

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9.4
Superb
830 reviews
Price from
US$90
per night

Arcadia Motel is situated just 3 minutes’ walk from Tahunanui Beach. It has a solar-heated swimming pool and rooms with well-equipped kitchens. WiFi access is free.

The studios and apartments at Arcadia Motel Nelson feature a flat-screen TV with over 50 satellite channels, and a tea/coffee maker. Some rooms offer a private spa bath. This is a well-kept, nicely furnished and very clean property.The beds were very comfortable. The kitchen facilities were excellent with many extras provided. The host Wayne checked in regularly to make sure we had everything we needed. He also thoughtfully mentioned the street was going to be blocked off early on the day we were leaving due to a triathlon event.

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9.1
Superb
528 reviews
Price from
US$79
per night

Located in Nelson, 100 metres from Tahunanui Beach and 4.2 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Silver Sands - Beachside Apartment offers a garden and air conditioning. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 4.4 km from Trafalgar Park. The apartment was very spacious and clean. We loved the location which overlooked the sea and was convenient enough to get to wherever we wanted to go. The 3 bedrooms were a huge plus and facilities were great.

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9.2
Superb
29 reviews
Price from
US$254
per night

Situated in Nelson, 300 metres from Tahunanui Beach and 3.9 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, WATERFRONT Home offers barbecue facilities and air conditioning. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation features private check-in and check-out and bicycle parking for guests. Beach is right across the street. Easy walk to great coffee and food. Place was immaculate.

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9.3
Superb
43 reviews
Price from
US$503
per night

Featuring a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and views of mountain, Quail Farm, Colonial charm is a bed and breakfast situated in a historic building in Nelson, 21 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson. Each accommodation at the 4-star bed and breakfast has garden views, and guests can enjoy access to a hot tub and an open-air bath. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. Its soooo beautiful. House, Garden, Decor, quiet ❤️

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9.7
Exceptional
88 reviews
Price from
US$161
per night

The apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the mountain views. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking. It felt like we were in a treehouse. Very cute and comfortable. We loved it.

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9
Superb
12 reviews
Price from
US$142
per night

Located in Nelson and only 2 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Bali with a twist provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features river and garden views, and is 2.7 km from Trafalgar Park. Guests can enjoy massage treatments at the on-site spa and wellness centre. The owner is a wonderfull person.

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9.2
Superb
87 reviews
Price from
US$89
per night

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