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Nelson – 235 hotels and places to stay

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
    From
    US$989
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,834 reviews
    From
    US$66
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,175 reviews
    From
    US$110
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,029 reviews
    From
    US$90
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 674 reviews
    From
    US$107
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 548 reviews
    From
    US$135
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 346 reviews
    From
    US$152
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,766 reviews
    From
    US$110
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 193 reviews
    From
    US$113
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews
    From
    US$226
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews
    From
    US$170
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 166 reviews
    From
    US$105
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 251 reviews
    From
    US$113
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews
    From
    US$252
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 744 reviews
    From
    US$130
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 504 reviews
    From
    US$99
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 984 reviews
    From
    US$105
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 700 reviews
    From
    US$124
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 512 reviews
    From
    US$81
    1 night, 2 adults
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews
    From
    US$125
    1 night, 2 adults

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

Popular with guests booking hotels in Nelson

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 674 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Nelson

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 346 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Nelson

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 548 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Nelson

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,029 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Nelson

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,175 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Nelson

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,834 reviews

Hotels located in the centre of Nelson

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,321 reviews

Bridge Backpackers is ideally located in the centre of Nelson, and offers a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

From US$51.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,175 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$206.37 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 791 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.

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 centre of Nelson, 600 metres from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson.

From US$71.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 333 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

Right in the centre of Nelson, situated within a short distance of Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson and Trafalgar Park, Inner City Apartments - 4 offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household...

From US$296.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Right in the heart of Nelson, situated within a short distance of Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson and Trafalgar Park, Inner City Apartments - 2 offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household...

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

Right in the heart of Nelson, situated within a short distance of Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson and Trafalgar Park, Inner City Apartments - 1 offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household...

From US$304.19 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Nelson and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 522 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$41.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews

Featuring a patio with city views, a garden and a bar, Ah House City B&B Nelson can be found in Nelson, close to Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson and 1.5 km from Trafalgar Park.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,834 reviews

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.

From US$172.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

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.

From US$989.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,029 reviews

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 44 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$373.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.3
Passable - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews

Downtown Backpackers & Accommodation is situated in the Nelson City Centre district of Nelson, and is less than 1 km from Trafalgar Park.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews

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

Budget hotels in Nelson and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 595 reviews

Situated 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 US$115.91 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,012 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 US$55.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,038 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 US$53.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 545 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$45.23 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews

Situated directly opposite Nelson Hospital and 5 minutes’ drive from Nelson’s town centre, this holiday park offers free gas BBQs, bicycle rental and a children’s playground with a trampoline.

From US$59.93 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 402 reviews

Located 5 minutes' walk to the beautiful Tahunanui beach and 8 minute' drive to central Nelson, Apex Motorlodge offers an outdoor swimming pool.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 263 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$58.15 per night

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What guests said about Nelson:

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
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

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From US$206.37 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,175 reviews
Everything in the rooms is really considered. Excellent layout. Very clean. Staff were incredibly friendly. I had coffee and breakfast in the morning both of which were really good too, surprisingly so because sometimes that can be a bit of a let down in a hotel. Nelson has some excellent coffee spots and this was just as good as anywhere.
Guest review by
Nicole
New Zealand
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,029 reviews
I loved this hotel. It was spotlessly clean, in a great location, the staff were welcoming. I really do recommend if you’re looking for a good value stop for a few days in Nelson. There are plenty of eateries, and the beach, nearby, and the bus stop into Nelson is literally outside (and costs just $3 each!).
Guest review by
Caroline
United Kingdom
From US$989.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
One of the best hotels we’ve stayed at in New Zealand. Boutique style with only a few rooms and personalised service from the owner Sarah. She went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and cater to our needs travelling with a baby.
Guest review by
Alexander
United Arab Emirates
From US$172.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,834 reviews
Nice comfortable and clean room. Great price/value and friendly staff. Would recommend this hotel if you are staying in Nelson or close to Abel Tasman NP.
Guest review by
Maria Theresa
Italy
From US$161.14 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 548 reviews
Huge comfortable rooms for family. Room was like a little apartament /home not a hotel room
Guest review by
Gosia
Poland