About this property

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. Breakfast can be delivered to guest rooms each morning. Arcadia Motel has outdoor barbecue facilities for guest use. Many of Nelson’s restaurants, bars and cafes are within a 15-minute walk. Nelson Links Golf Course is 1 km away. Nelson Airport is 5 minutes’ drive from Arcadia Motel.

Families particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a stay with kids.

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Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

    • Top pick by families with children

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Lois
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very clean. Staff very nice and helpful. Location great. Would stay there again
  • Wendy
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Loved the upstairs unit which was spacious and allowed for views across to the hills of Nelson. Well maintained and equipped with cooking facilities and materials. Very friendly host who was only too happy to help and very responsive when we...
  • Angela
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Super clean, comfortable beds, friendly helpful staff.
  • Andrew
    New Zealand New Zealand
    everything was good - clean, good facilities, quiet.
  • Knowles
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The unit was clean and contained everything I needed. The bed was comfortable.
  • Tammy
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The spa bath was absolutely amazing and being able to bliss out and relax quietly with myself no interruptions . Fantastic. I'll be back
  • Ruta
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great place to stay, clean facilities highly recommend to stay here. 5mins away from beach.
  • Lindsay
    New Zealand New Zealand
    We love this motel. Friendly staff. Clean, spacious rooms, quiet location, real milk!
  • Roger
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Its a very comfortable unit with all the facilities. Great service by the owner when our Sky TV wouldn't work, he immediately came and sorted it out for us. Thank you..
  • Karlene
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Exceptionally clean and very spacious room. Very friendly and helpful staff . Very Very happy . Will stay again

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House rules

Arcadia Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of NZD 200 is required on arrival. That's about US$117. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

If you are travelling with children under 3 years, to ensure you pay the correct price please select a rate that has child occupancy specified.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests arriving outside reception opening hours are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card.

Please note that there is a 3.5% charge when you pay with an American Express.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Arcadia Motel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

A damage deposit of NZD 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.