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Just 350 metres from Nelson's CBD and award-winning cafes, restaurants and shops, Palazzo Motor Lodge offers accommodation with air-conditioning and double glazing in all apartments.

The Palazzo was handy to everything that we needed to do.
Review score
9.5
Exceptional
1,019 reviews
Price from
£79.84
1 night, 2 adults

Located in the centre of Nelson only 100 metres from the main shopping area, Palms Motel offers self-contained apartments with full kitchen facilities. It also has an outdoor heated swimming pool.

My husband and son stayed their in the weekend and thought it was amazing..hosts were really nice and room was great..my son loved the pool. 😀
Review score
9.0
Superb
663 reviews
Price from
£95.46
1 night, 2 adults

Set in Nelson and only 1.1 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Joya Garden & Villa Studios offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

I had the single room upstairs. 2 easy short flights up so not a problem. Very comfortable single bed. Short walk to huge bathroom. Hot shower. Interesting breakfast with large variety of healthy vegan options.
Review score
9.4
Superb
427 reviews
Price from
£75.93
1 night, 2 adults

Century Park offers 5-star Accommodation in Nelson, just a 5-minute flat walk from award-winning restaurants and bars and Nelson's CBD.

The room and location
Review score
9.1
Superb
334 reviews
Price from
£98.84
1 night, 2 adults

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

Very good. Friendly welcome. Early check in. Big rooms.
Review score
9.0
Superb
344 reviews
Price from
£83.74
1 night, 2 adults

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

Shame we only had one night here as it would have been a brilliant base had we had longer in the area. Very friendly and welcoming host. Very well located near shops and the bay - lovely to walk along in the evening. Facilities were excellent - hob for cooking + microwave, and plenty of space. Close to several options for eating out - heartily recommend the Thai restaurant close by.
Review score
8.7
Fabulous
1,025 reviews
Price from
£65.09
1 night, 2 adults

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.

Very relaxing. GREAT location. Seriously dignified.
Review score
8.2
Very good
540 reviews
Price from
£95.46
1 night, 2 adults

Keep it simple with our classic studio, relax and unwind in the spa studio, feel at home in our garden studio or bring the family and stay in the king studios.

Excellent all round, couldn't fault it!
Review score
8.9
Fabulous
534 reviews
Price from
£67.36
1 night, 2 adults

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.

Very friendly staff and overall very great experience there, was very happy with the room and how nice the whole place was
Review score
7.3
Good
347 reviews
Price from
£116.72
1 night, 2 adults

Offering modern accommodation and situated less than a 20-minute walk from Richmond Mall and nearby vineyards, Parkside Motel also offers a courtyard and a seasonal heated swimming pool.

Brian the manger made us feel welcome when we arrived and upgraded us to an executive at no extra charge, thank you so much. We enjoyed having a relaxing swim in the pool after traveling around all day. The room was very nice inside, comfortable bed, large walk-in shower, and with everything we needed to cook our dinner. Plenty of parking onsite and we were able to do a load of washing as well.
Review score
9.1
Superb
185 reviews
Price from
£90.25
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 427 reviews

    Set in Nelson and only 1.1 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Joya Garden & Villa Studios offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Guest review
    Great location, delightful host and serene garden setting
  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 617 reviews

    The Sails offers luxurious 5-star accommodation with free Ultra Fast WIFI, floor-to-ceiling windows and a private balcony or patio. Guests enjoy free bicycle rental and free on-site parking.

    Guest review
    Everything clean quiet and comfortable very luxurious
  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 890 reviews

    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.

    Guest review
    Great location near beach not far south of Nelson.
  • Review score
    8.2
    Very good · 540 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.

    Guest review
    Nothing to add. Staff and hotel speak for themselves
  • Breakfast options
    Review score
    7.4
    Good · 24 reviews

    Situated in Nelson, within 1.2 km of Tahunanui Beach and 5.1 km of Trafalgar Park, Abelia Motor Lodge features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private...

    Guest review
    Cleanliness and location and the room was spacious

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  • Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 1,019 reviews

    Just 350 metres from Nelson's CBD and award-winning cafes, restaurants and shops, Palazzo Motor Lodge offers accommodation with air-conditioning and double glazing in all apartments.

    Guest review
    tidy, comfy, Netflix, coffee and excellent location.
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 334 reviews

    Century Park offers 5-star Accommodation in Nelson, just a 5-minute flat walk from award-winning restaurants and bars and Nelson's CBD.

    Guest review
    Lovely outlook, fully functional with amazing spa bath
  • Central location
    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 663 reviews

    Located in the centre of Nelson only 100 metres from the main shopping area, Palms Motel offers self-contained apartments with full kitchen facilities. It also has an outdoor heated swimming pool.

    Guest review
    The Owner and staff were really friendly and helpful.
  • Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 344 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.

    Guest review
    Convenient location. Helpful staff. Comfortable room.
  • Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 534 reviews

    Keep it simple with our classic studio, relax and unwind in the spa studio, feel at home in our garden studio or bring the family and stay in the king studios.

    Guest review
    Location Comfortable beds Flexibility Great owners
  • Central location
    Review score
    8.6
    Fabulous · 393 reviews

    The Sands offers luxury apartments in the heart of Nelson’s scenic Tahunanui area. All apartments offer private balconies, some with panoramic views of the Tasman Sea.

    Guest review
    Great location and facilities! Parking was brilliant too :)
  • Review score
    8.7
    Fabulous · 1,025 reviews

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

    Guest review
    Very clean. Spacious. Close to everything you need.
  • Review score
    7.3
    Good · 347 reviews

    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.

    Guest review
    The location, ease of check in and comfortable room

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  • Avg. price/night: £84.61
    Review score
    8.4
    Very good · 2,178 reviews
    Lovely boutique rooms, comfy beds, funky toilet seats, great service and food - wonderful all round stay.
    Guest review by
    Elishka
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £91.03
    Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 863 reviews
    Stylish design interior with very comfortable bed, useful kitchen, very pleasant welcome at Reception. Recommended
    Guest review by
    Kenneth
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £84.61
    Review score
    8.4
    Very good · 2,178 reviews
    Quite a decorators gem - quirky , arty design & upmarket fittings. Very comfortable , lovely restaurant with excellent cuisine & waiter. Vietnamese Dumplings best we’ve had. Great location 1 minutes walk and you’re in town . Good value for money & no hesitation in recommending!
    Guest review by
    Brierlee
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £42.52
    Review score
    8.8
    Fabulous · 954 reviews
    Stuff was so lovely! They offer chocolate pudding at night timeeee! First time I've ever seen that in a hostel. Room was cosy and nice. Baths simples but cover the need perfectly well. Lovely garden and good design.
    Guest review by
    Maria
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £225.63
    Review score
    9.7
    Exceptional · 82 reviews
    Trendy design, modern, great laundry facilities. Parking was adjacent to accommodation.
    Guest review by
    D.
    People with friends
  • Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 182 reviews
    Fantastic property. Spotlessly clean, well designed and absolutely loads of space. Really comfy bed and great chill out space with the sofa and dining table. Lovely bathroom, great shower and excellent toiletries as well as beach towels. Easy check in and clear instructions. Nice and quiet for a great nights sleep with a short walk to the beach. Can’t fault it!
    Guest review by
    Karl
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £95.46
    Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 109 reviews
    stunning views. Perfectly clean and well designed layout
    Guest review by
    Jane
    Young couple
  • Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 759 reviews
    That view! Absolutely stunning location with a sweeping view of the bay from the lounge, balcony and master bedroom. Unbeatable!Clean and comfortable, with lovely surroundings, we had a gorgeous one night stay. Would definitely stay again.
    Guest review by
    Judith
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £84.61
    Review score
    8.4
    Very good · 2,178 reviews
    The design on the wall was really nice. The bath was also lovely 😍
    Guest review by
    Mikaila
    Solo traveller

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