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Pihopa Retreat

Hotel in Nelson

Set in Nelson, 2.8 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Pihopa Retreat offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

M
Marc
From
Germany
The property is wonderful, probably the best location to stay in Nelson We loved the quality of the rooms, the beautiful property and the focus to detail in every aspect of our stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$1,004.50
1 night, 2 adults

The Hotel Nelson

Hotel in Nelson

Situated in Nelson City Centre, The Hotel Nelson is a 4-star Qualmark rated property within walking distance of Nelson Saturday Market, and the main business, shopping and entertainment precinct.

C
Charlotte Elisabeth
From
Denmark
It was a lovely place, nice decor, good beds and quiet at night. We enjoyed our stay here very much.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,838 reviews
Price from
US$67.16
1 night, 2 adults

Tides Hotel

Hotel in Nelson

Tides Hotel is located on the banks of Maitai River, in the centre of Nelson. It features a restaurant, a heated outdoor pool and free WiFi access. On-site parking is available.

A
Andrew
From
Australia
Very Quiet and Comfortable Close to Restaurants and Town Centre
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,180 reviews
Price from
US$111.93
1 night, 2 adults

The Beachcomber Hotel

Hotel in Tahunanui, Nelson

Just a short walk away from Tahunanui Beach, The Beachcomber Hotel & Conference Centre offers free Wi-Fi and a solar-heated swimming pool. Nelson Airport is 3 km away.

P
Pokaia
From
Australia
The staff were very welcoming 🙏. The room was very clean, The location was perfect, close for activities and yet not noisy when it was bedtime. The beds were supercomfy, and the linen was crisp and clean. They have on-site parking and overall one of the best places we have stayed. In comparison to the motels in Sydney and Perth that we have stayed at, this is definitely the best so far, and the price was definitely great value for money. I already told everyone in my family and we will be booking our next stay there again when we go back to Nelson. Thanks to the team at THE BEACHCOMBER for an awesome hassle free stay. 😁
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,988 reviews
Price from
US$91.84
1 night, 2 adults

The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotel in Stoke, Nelson

Situated in Nelson, 8.3 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

N
Natasha
From
Australia
Beautiful hotel and surroundings, lovely staff, great restaurant. Would definitely stay again! :D
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 668 reviews
Price from
US$108.49
1 night, 2 adults

Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

Hotel in Nelson

Centrally located in Nelson, the 4-star Rutherford Hotel is within easy walking distance of the city’s main shopping streets and the landmark cathedral. Guests will enjoy complimentary WiFi.

H
Hengyu Millie
From
New Zealand
Easy access to surrounding areas, you can see the central tower. Very clean room and a bathtub is great.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 549 reviews
Price from
US$137.19
1 night, 2 adults

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Hotel in Stoke, Nelson

Overlooking the Waimea Inlet, The Grand Arden Monaco Nelson is an English-style resort featuring 23 rooms as well as ample free parking and free WiFi.

R
Robyn
From
New Zealand
Love the peace and quietness of the rooms at this hotel. Bathroom is lovely and views out to the sea are beautiful 😊
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 356 reviews
Price from
US$154.41
1 night, 2 adults

Delorenzo Studio Apartments

Nelson

Delorenzo Studio Apartments offers a heated outdoor pool, on-site parking and free Wi-Fi access. Studios come with a kitchenette, laundry facilities and a private bathroom.

R
Ralf
From
Germany
Clean Well equipped kitchen and bath
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,773 reviews
Price from
US$111.93
1 night, 2 adults

Maitai Whare Iti - Adventure Cabins & House

Nelson

Situated in Nelson, 7.4 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Maitai Whare Iti - Adventure Cabins & House features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

T
Tobias
From
Germany
Great Stay in the calm forest only a few minutes outside Nelson! Mark and his family were super hosts, they gave us a lot of great tips for the area.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews
Price from
US$114.23
1 night, 2 adults

Oaktree House

Nelson City Centre, Nelson

Oaktree House features accommodation situated 100 metres from the centre of Nelson and offers free bikes and a garden. This villa provides air-conditioned accommodation with a patio.

C
Claire
From
United Kingdom
Very comfortable, clean, spacious and beautiful modern interior. Centrally located but quiet and relaxing. We stayed there twice whilst on our trip and we old definitely return again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews
Price from
US$229.03
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 668 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 549 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,180 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,988 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,838 reviews

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Budget hotels in Nelson and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 540 reviews

Offering private and dormitory rooms with free unlimited WiFi, The Bug Backpackers is just 15 minutes’ walk from local shops and restaurants.

From US$45.92 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 313 reviews

Castles Motel & Driftwood Motel consists of Castles Units and Garden Units. It offers self-contained accommodation with a flat-screen TV and unlimited free WiFi access.

From US$78.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews

In a central area of Nelson, located within a short distance of Trafalgar Park and Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, The Nelson Loft offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a...

From US$447.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews

Oaktree House features accommodation situated 100 metres from the centre of Nelson and offers free bikes and a garden. This villa provides air-conditioned accommodation with a patio.

From US$249.12 per night

Located in Nelson, Bridge St Apartment 2 provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. This apartment features a bar.

Featuring accommodation with a balcony, Bridge St Apartment 1 is located in Nelson. This apartment provides a bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

In the Nelson City Centre district of Nelson, close to Trafalgar Park, Apartment In Nelson CBD Hospitality Zone features free WiFi and a washing machine.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Riverwalk Apartments - 3 Bedrooms is set in Nelson. This 5-star apartment offers a lift.

Hotels located in the centre of Nelson

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,180 reviews

Tides Hotel is located on the banks of Maitai River, in the centre of Nelson. It features a restaurant, a heated outdoor pool and free WiFi access. On-site parking is available.

From US$114.23 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews

Located in Nelson, 600 metres from Trafalgar Park, Riverlodge Motel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking and a garden.

From US$141.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 519 reviews

Set in Nelson, 700 metres from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, The Palace Backpackers offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$42.48 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 549 reviews

Centrally located in Nelson, the 4-star Rutherford Hotel is within easy walking distance of the city’s main shopping streets and the landmark cathedral. Guests will enjoy complimentary WiFi.

From US$147.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 273 reviews

Offering self-contained apartments with a fully equipped kitchen, Nikau Apartments is located 2 minutes' walk from the city centre.

From US$100.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Boasting a patio with mountain views, a spa and wellness centre and a garden, Hilltop Getaway can be found in Nelson, close to Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson and 2.3 km from Trafalgar Park.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 916 reviews

Offering accommodation with a private courtyard for each unit, Tudor Lodge is just 7 minutes’ drive from Nelson Airport and the bus terminal.

From US$86.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 91 reviews

Location - Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge is ideally situated just 600 metres from Tahunanui Beach as well as the Food & Beverage hub of Tahunanui.

From US$118.82 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Nelson and nearby

Set in Nelson, within less than 1 km of Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Riverside Apartment offers accommodation with air conditioning.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 797 reviews

Waimarie on Riverside Motel & Apartments is set in the heart of the Nelson city centre, 500 metres from Trafalgar Park. Free WiFi is provided and free private parking is available on site.

From US$91.84 per night

Riverside

Hotel in Nelson
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews

Featuring a patio with garden views, a garden and barbecue facilities, Riverside can be found in Nelson, close to Trafalgar Park and less than 1 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson.

YHA Nelson

Hotel in Nelson
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 874 reviews

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, YHA Nelson is located in the centre of Nelson, 600 metres from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson.

From US$72.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Situated in Nelson, less than 1 km from Trafalgar Park and a 10-minute walk from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, City Terrace Apartment offers barbecue facilities and air conditioning.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 329 reviews

Cedar Grove Motor Lodge offers modern accommodation in the centre of Nelson. Rooms at Cedar Grove feature flat-screen TV’s with satellite channels.

From US$125.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Malthouse Lane City Apartment 2 is located in Nelson and offers a garden and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Malthouse Lane City Apartment 3 is situated in Nelson and offers a terrace.

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What guests said about Nelson:

8.0

there primarily for work but scored a bonus free day when...

there primarily for work but scored a bonus free day when planes were cancelled and i finally had a chance to see a little more. Nelson is a very pretty and varied city with good shops, lots of beautiful art, parks and gardens. the wider area has miles of coast and water to explore, as well as rugged wild walks nearby.
Guest review by
heather
New Zealand
10

was a work trip so not really relevant but can very highly...

was a work trip so not really relevant but can very highly recommend Tahuna Thai for meal - just round the corner(walking distance) from motel Easy beach access and also access to Nelson city as well as other areas. Also great coffee from the coffee caravan by the beach
Guest review by
Judith Anne
New Zealand
4.0

Homeless wandering the streets breaking in to cars and...

Homeless wandering the streets breaking in to cars and threatening tourists. Rude shop staff arrogant locals not wanting tourists Disgusting overpriced food and a booking. Com review system that deleted anything negative.
Guest review by
Anonymous
10

Nelson is my favorite place to go to.

Nelson is my favorite place to go to. I traveled up from Christchurch to collect a new car and was able to spend the day and night wandering around the city. My go to place is the Cathedral, steeped in history and with stunning really old trees. Lit two candles for my loved ones, gave a donation for the beautiful buildings' upkeep and soak up the spiritual atmosphere. Able to sit on the grass under a Black gum which was huge, relax and enjoy the smell of the pines. Fabulous food trucks and cafes. Easy to walk around, just a fabulous place. I would highly recommend it.
Guest review by
Paddy
New Zealand
10

Nelson is a lovely city with great weather (usually).

Nelson is a lovely city with great weather (usually). Seems well set up and well kept for visitors and the community in general. Rubbish bins, seating in the CBD. Ebus is a great way to get around (especially with a Bee card). Cheap and every 30mins a bus goes somewhere! City gardens are really pretty and nice for a peaceful stroll though.
Guest review by
LadyG and MrMe
New Zealand
8.0

Nelson has a lot of speciality stores and a lot of food...

Nelson has a lot of speciality stores and a lot of food options. The Markets in the weekends are not for those looking for a bargain but do support local and NZ made and although some were costly, there was a lot of selection of goodies. Stoke the Bach Restaurant was staffed with lovely young girls, and the food was excellent and value for money The Arden Monaco where we stayed has limited room facilities and is not staffed outside of working hours, but the beds are comfortable and with very dark woodwork old paintings and very heavy doors, the facility was well equipped with heat pumps and hot water.
Guest review by
Kim
New Zealand

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From US$147.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 549 reviews
Central to the city space…. Cathedral, many walking tracks, River Walks, Restaurants, Bars, Botanic Garden, Nelson Art Gallery, Saturday Markets. Don’t need a car if your adventures are centrally located. Hotel is now 50+ years old and iconic to Nelson. She is central, rooms large, comfortable and slowly being reconditioned. Staff were just lovely.
Guest review by
Annette
New Zealand
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 639 reviews
We were thrilled with the location, just a short stroll into town! We enjoyed a cosy night in with pizza, watching the rugby on the enormous TV. In the morning, we sipped coffee in the sunshine on our terrace before heading out for a big hike. The Sails Nelson was incredibly clean, and we felt very well looked after. Highly recommend!"
Guest review by
Clare
New Zealand
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 993 reviews
This motel is a hidden gem. Lovely big room with a fully equipped kitchen. Coffee pod machine, lovely toiletries in the bathroom & a full size TV with access to Netflix. The owner (receptionist) was incredibly welcoming & friendly. I highly recommend this hotel to visitors to Nelson.
Guest review by
Julie
Australia
From US$114.23 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,180 reviews
I had a room with a balcony overlooking the river - with a partial view of the hills behind Nelson also. It was a soothing and quiet place. I enjoyed watching the dramatic tidal range. The hotel is also very close to downtown Nelson.
Guest review by
Summer
United States
From US$125.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,838 reviews
One of the best hotel that I’ve been in New Zealand. Modern facilities and rooms. Friendly and accomodating staff.
Guest review by
Jolo
New Zealand
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