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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

Villa on Milton features a patio and is located in Nelson, within just 1.6 km of Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson and 1.3 km of Trafalgar Park.

Super bathroom and comfortable bed. The space was limited and a couple of wall shelves and a slim fit table top/ work surface in the corridor to one side of the radiator would make a huge difference.
Review score
9.0
Superb
72 reviews
Price from
£79.08
1 night, 2 adults

Reeves Retreat-Handy in Tasman is a recently renovated guest house in Nelson, where guests can make the most of its garden and barbecue facilities.

Really clean, tidy and comfortable
Review score
9.3
Superb
36 reviews
Price from
£80.27
1 night, 2 adults

Set within 22 km of Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson and 24 km of Trafalgar Park in Mapua, Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts features accommodation with seating area.

I was glad to get the room as Nelson accomadation was full up
Review score
9.3
Superb
87 reviews
Price from
£99.80
1 night, 2 adults

Boasting garden views, Waterlily Guesthouse Māpua features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 32 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson.

Beautiful property and the room was amazing. Well styled.
Review score
9.8
Exceptional
12 reviews
Price from
£151.87
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Appleby and only 15 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Berryfields 64 provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

It was an excellent experience. The hosts are very welcoming and the space is gorgeous. The location is quiet and safe. Not far from Richmond central area or Nelson. My private room with a key and a cozy outdoor area. I liked the bathroom, it is very stylish. Breakfast is simple (musli, yogurt, toasts, jam) but it was perfectly enough to wake up without rushing for food.
Review score
9.2
Superb
94 reviews
Price from
£68.53
1 night, 2 adults

Boasting a garden, pool with a view and mountain views, Seymour Sleeps is set in Nelson. The property has pool and river views, and is 1.3 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson.

Lovely unit, clean and spacious for a work trip.
Review score
9.2
Superb
116 reviews

Boasting a balcony with sea views, a garden and barbecue facilities, Waterfront Bliss can be found in Nelson, close to Tahunanui Beach and 2.6 km from Trafalgar Park.

Lovely little airbnb attached to the hosts modern house but still very private. Hosts were just delightful. They gave us fabulous restaurant and cafe recommendations. (Dinner at Hopgpods was a highlight). The views from the room were great. The house is up a very steep street above the main beach road, so the hosts gave us their parking spot to make it easier for us. A big help. Several steps (about 15) to get up to the house. Be aware if you have mobility issues. The outdoor deck is amazing and we loved sitting there with a drink viewing the water.
Review score
9.6
Exceptional
56 reviews

Located in Nelson and only 21 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, The River Shack provides accommodation with river views, free WiFi and free private parking.

So peaceful
Review score
9.3
Superb
22 reviews

Set in Nelson and only 5.4 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Citrus Grove offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

I think it would be perfect for a 1 night stay but 4 nights and a couple of warm days presented a few issues and some of that was due to my not researching the property information fully. No issues getting our midsized EV into the parking space. Just a few steps into the room. Great bed. Good bathroom. Lovely elevated views. Great wifi - good enough for watching some live sport.
Review score
9.0
Superb
67 reviews
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  • Avg. price/night: £121.49
    Review score
    9.1
    Superb · 334 reviews
    Everything So comfortable Quiet for a main road Great hosts
    Guest review by
    jennie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £194.87
    Review score
    8.7
    Fabulous · 147 reviews
    Great location, an easy walk into town and Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology. Lovely quiet, clean, sunny house with all that you need for a comfortable stay. As an added bonus there is a spa pool on the balcony. Friendly host who allowed us to check in early which we were very grateful for. Thanks for a wonderful stay
    Guest review by
    Rachael
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £108.82
    Review score
    8.1
    Very good · 684 reviews
    Well equipped, Clean, own entrance and bed was komfortable. In 5-10 minutes you can reach City Center which IS quiet nice, while the Location itself IS really quiet. Own parking space and free Rental Bike was also good Lisa and Yuki we're really nice hosts
    Guest review by
    Michael
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 103 reviews
    Great location - quiet and close to CBD with walks along river. Hosts - very welcoming and helpful Room - comfortable and well equiped
    Guest review by
    Michael
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £75.93
    Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 427 reviews
    Lovely room in charming house; great breakfast; very helpful host; quiet location
    Guest review by
    Helen H
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £92.33
    Review score
    9.3
    Superb · 890 reviews
    Everything. Comfortable room with modern facilities. Very well kept property overall, staff pleasant and helpful. Great location for Tahunanui beach, restaurants, bars, shops and cafes. Great host and just a really good place.
    Guest review by
    Alan
    Young couple
  • Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 103 reviews
    It was very quaint and quiet, with a lot of charm. The hosts were excellent and the place was very clean. We could walk anywhere in town within 15 min. The facilities all worked great and the beds were comfortable. Nice deck in the garden to relax in and enjoy the bird sounds. Beautiful old, historic, and elegant home.
    Guest review by
    Samantha
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £44.80
    Review score
    8.3
    Very good · 838 reviews
    The room and bed were quiet and comfortable. Everything was really clean. The hostel is in a great location within easy walking distance of the centre of town and easy parking very close by. The manager was friendly and helpful
    Guest review by
    Catherine
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £95.46
    Review score
    7.1
    Good · 655 reviews
    The location was good , close to the city centre and off street parking. Hosts were very friendly and helpful. Clean, quiet studio upstairs was great. Highly recommendable.
    Guest review by
    Fay
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £193.52
    Review score
    8.7
    Fabulous · 35 reviews
    Very friendly and helpful host, very clean and high quality apartment, great location close to city center but very quiet.
    Guest review by
    Hendrik
    Family with young children

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