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Pihopa Retreat

Hotel in Nelson

Located in Nelson, 1.8 miles from Christ Church Cathedral, Pihopa Retreat has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
$1,011.24
1 night, 2 adults

The Hotel Nelson

Hotel in Nelson

Located in Nelson City Center, 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.

R
Raju
From
Canada
location is perfect for walking into the city!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,833 reviews
Price from
$67.61
1 night, 2 adults

Tides Hotel

Hotel in Nelson

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

K
Kerrie-Anne G
From
Australia
Tides is perfectly located on the river, we had a river view room which was nice (would have been nicer if the weather had been better but hey what can you do about the weather) Our breakfasts were fabulous and dinner was amazing we highly recommend dining at Tides. All the staff were absolutely beautiful friendly people We would definitely recommend staying at Tides if you are visiting Nelson
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,171 reviews
Price from
$112.68
1 night, 2 adults

The Beachcomber Hotel

Hotel in Tahunanui, Nelson

Just a short walk away from Tahunanui Beach, The Beachcomber Hotel & Conference Center offers free Wi-Fi and a solar-heated swimming pool. Nelson Airport is 1.9 mi away.

M
Michael
From
New Zealand
Amazing location good facility’s
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,050 reviews
Price from
$92.46
1 night, 2 adults

The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotel in Stoke, Nelson

Located in Nelson, 5.1 miles from Christ Church Cathedral, The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

B
Benjamin
From
Germany
Crew amazingly nice, huge room, great Restaurant
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 676 reviews
Price from
$109.21
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.

G
Guy
From
United States
Very nice hotel, quiet, and comfortable!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 544 reviews
Price from
$138.11
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.

D
Dean Coral
From
New Zealand
Beautiful and restored property
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 340 reviews
Price from
$155.44
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.

M
Miguel Andres
From
Argentina
It was clean and it had everything we needed for our short stay
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,749 reviews
Price from
$112.68
1 night, 2 adults

Maitai Whare Iti - Adventure Cabins & House

Nelson

Located in Nelson, 4.6 miles from Christ Church Cathedral, Maitai Whare Iti - Adventure Cabins & House has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

H
Heather
From
United States
Spacious 2 bedroom lodge like house on the side of a hill in North Nelson. Super quiet with a gorgeous night sky. We stayed in the largest unit that had a full kitchen and laundry plus a large living room. A comfortable stop for the 4 of us after the bustle of Wellington. Stayed after taking the ferry to Picton and then driving through wine country. Mark is a great host!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews
Price from
$114.99
1 night, 2 adults

Oaktree House

Nelson City Center, Nelson

Featuring free bikes, Oaktree House offers accommodations in Nelson. With city views, this accommodation features a terrace.

N
Nicolas
From
United Kingdom
Amazing location, and house was beautifully furnished and accommodating.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews
Price from
$230.56
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,171 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,833 reviews

Budget hotels in Nelson and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,328 reviews

Bridge Backpackers is located conveniently in Nelson, and has a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

From $56.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 787 reviews

Waimarie on Riverside Motel & Apartments is set in the heart of the Nelson city center, 1640 feet from Trafalgar Park. Free WiFi is provided and free private parking is available on site.

From $92.46 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 884 reviews

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, YHA Nelson is located in the center of Nelson, a 7-minute walk from Christ Church Cathedral.

From $66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 788 reviews

Located in Nelson, a 6-minute walk from Trafalgar Park, Riverlodge Motel provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking and a garden.

From $138.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 601 reviews

Located in central Nelson, opposite Trafalgar Park, Kings Gate Motel has free WiFi, a seasonal outdoor heated swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities.

From $118.46 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,008 reviews

This hostel offers free unlimited Wi-Fi, a log fire in the guest lounge and heaters in all rooms. Guests can relax in the hammock in the garden.

From $56.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,039 reviews

Built in 1888, The Prince Albert Backpackers & Bar is a heritage building with free Wi-Fi, an onsite bar and restaurant and a cafe on weekdays Prince Albert Backpackers is a 5-minute walk from Nelson...

From $54.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

Just a 17-minute walk from Trafalgar Park and one mile from Christ Church Cathedral, Sunny hillside central Nelson hideaway with city to sea views features accommodations in Nelson with a garden.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,171 reviews

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

From $167 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,833 reviews

Located in Nelson City Center, 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Located in Nelson, 1.8 miles from Christ Church Cathedral, Pihopa Retreat has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews

Featuring a bar, The Nelson Loft provides accommodations in Nelson.

From $336.89 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews

Featuring free bikes, Oaktree House offers accommodations in Nelson. With city views, this accommodation features a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.3
Fair - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews

Downtown Backpackers & Accommodation is located in the Nelson City Center district of Nelson, and is a 10-minute walk from Trafalgar Park.

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

Riverwalk Apartments offers accommodations in Nelson, a 8-minute walk from Trafalgar Park and 0.7 miles from Christ Church Cathedral.

The air-conditioned accommodation is a 11-minute walk from Christ Church Cathedral. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and Trafalgar Park is a 7-minute walk away.

Hotels located in the center of Nelson

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 699 reviews

Located in the center of Nelson only 328 feet from the main shopping area, Palms Motel offers self-contained apartments with full kitchen facilities. It also has an outdoor heated swimming pool.

From $153.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews

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

From $156.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

Inner City Apartments - 4 offers accommodations in Nelson, a 13-minute walk from Trafalgar Park. Guests staying at this apartment have access to free Wifi and a terrace.

From $303.37 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Inner City Apartments - 2 offers accommodations in Nelson, a 12-minute walk from Trafalgar Park. Guests staying at this apartment have access to free Wifi and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Inner City Apartments - 1 offers accommodations in Nelson, a 12-minute walk from Trafalgar Park. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews

Providing a garden, Hardy Street School House features accommodations in Nelson.

From $528.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 544 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 $250.21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews

Just a 9-minute walk from Trafalgar Park and 0.9 miles from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson Central Town House features accommodations in Nelson with a garden.

From $210.92 per night

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What Guests Said About Nelson:

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
10

Loved the friendly people, very creative and arty outlets,...

Loved the friendly people, very creative and arty outlets, and artists, lovely eateries and markets, lots to do and see. We unfortunately got caught in the bad weather and were stranded for two more days - would have been great, but too wet and flooded to do anything else. Not Nelson's fault though! - We will be back to pick up where we left off!
Guest review by
Jo
New Zealand
8.0

we sadly only arrived for an overnight stay to fly on to our...

we sadly only arrived for an overnight stay to fly on to our home but the region is usually beautiful. sadly we were there under an emergency weather situation. we ate at Tides restaurant and it was brilliant.
Guest review by
Dianne
New Zealand
10

Lots to do - walking on the beach, visiting Pic's Peanut...

Lots to do - walking on the beach, visiting Pic's Peanut Butter Factory, Natureland Zoo, shopping, eating, the Saturday Market . . . Very impressed with the bus service and friendly bus drivers.
Guest review by
Jill
New Zealand
10

Lots of great restaurants, some with water views.

Lots of great restaurants, some with water views. Beautiful gardens (Japanese, botanic, chinese). Assessible to wineries and outdoor activities. Bike hire at airport (Nelson Cycle Hire) was excellent to enjoy some of the Great Taste Trail with amazing scenery. Pic's Peanut factory tour really good.
Guest review by
Andrae
New Zealand
10

A beautiful city. Lots of lovely trees

A beautiful city. Lots of lovely trees The city centre was lovely even in the pouring rain. Great bus service. We obtained a Bee card and used mostly off peak so very economical. Lovely buildings, parks, museums to visit, and of course the cathedral. The Saturday market was great. Great beach and waterfront, lots of short walks in city(Paddy's Knob, Centre of NZ) Also a good base to head off to walk Abel Tasman
Guest review by
Ross

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From $257.14 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
Wonderful view. Very good quality guest accommodation much like a 5* hotel, but attached to the owners home. Hosts were great and most helpful. Tea tray and kettle in room with some nice teas. Fresh milk kept in a communal fridge. Breakfast was lovely and the cooked options were made to order and served in the guest dining room overlooking the deck and sea. A handy few minutes drive from Nelson.
Guest review by
Ann
United Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 676 reviews
We chose the hotel for its proximity to Nelson Airport; we were able to walk. Plenty of parking, pub and restaurant on site. We enjoyed our meals. Also, we were provided with some basic breakfast provisions which was handy before our early morning flight.
Guest review by
Lisa
New Zealand
From $94.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 556 reviews
Stayed 3 days here in a classic studio upstairs. Great location, great staff, clean, tidy. Would definitely recommend to everyone. Room was ready for check in at 10.30am. No other motels do this, that we stayed in, in Nelson
Guest review by
karen
New Zealand
From $226.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 640 reviews
Super clean, and the owners were very friendly and delightful. It's a quick 10-minute walk to the town center. Very convenient. Would highly recommend The Sails to anyone visiting Nelson.
Guest review by
Shamillah
New Zealand
From $109.79 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,070 reviews
We booked Quest for its proximity to the Nelson Cathedral for a family wedding we were attending.
Guest review by
Goode
New Zealand