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Our top choices for Moana hotels

A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.

1. Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
The Wood, 2.7 km from Moana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly team, great service, and a hassle-free stay every time. Definitely my go-to place in town."
Australia
Diane
The price is ฿2,175
฿2,502 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Tides Hotel
A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

2. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson
4.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 2.3 km from Moana
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (645 reviews)
"Easy location parking and food onsite"
New Zealand
Jason
The price is ฿4,100
฿4,715 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.

3. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South, 2 km from Moana
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great locale"
Australia
Ray
The price is ฿2,326
฿2,675 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
The Hotel Nelson
A reception area with a counter, seating, and a sign welcoming guests to breakfast.

4. The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 0.6 km from Moana
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (693 reviews)
"Parking was about the only thing i can say was good …"
Australia
Anna
The price is ฿2,426
฿2,790 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The Beachcomber Hotel
A modern hotel room with a large central dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

5. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 2.2 km from Moana
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (632 reviews)
"Couldn't fault this place at all. Clean, quiet, lovely helpful staff, nice amenities. Definitely stay here again."
Australia
Glennis
The price is ฿2,533
฿2,913 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Palazzo Motor Lodge
A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.

6. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
The Wood, 2.8 km from Moana
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,434 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Convenient location to town"
New Zealand
Nathan
The price is ฿2,259
฿2,598 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
A building with the sign "QUEST" at the top, featuring multiple windows and a modern architectural design.

7. Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 2.8 km from Moana
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (516 reviews)
"Great place to stay, in walking distance to the shopping centre. Jake in reception was incredible, helping us with a booking problem. He was extremely welcoming and a wonderful asset to Quest."
Australia
Robyn
The price is ฿2,510
฿2,886 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Quest Nelson
A breakfast tray with a croissant, fruit preserves, and two glasses of champagne on a white table in a modern hotel room with a view of a cityscape.

8. The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson
5.0 star property
The Wood, 2.9 km from Moana
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (753 reviews)
"Very modern, clean room. Staff very helpful and friendly on checkin. Excellent kitchen facilities and extras"
Australia
Lynne
The price is ฿3,810
฿4,382 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The Sails Nelson
A table with a bottle of champagne, glasses, crackers, cheese, and grapes on a balcony overlooking a marina with boats.

9. Harbourside Nelson

Harbourside Nelson
4.0 star property
Port Nelson, 2.8 km from Moana
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (702 reviews)
"Great location, good ammenities including washer&dryer. Helpful staff and almost adjacent to an excellent restaurant and bar."
Australia
Barry
The price is ฿2,675
฿3,076 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Harbourside Nelson
A hotel room with a large bed, two black pillows, a wooden headboard, and two wall-mounted lights.

10. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 0.7 km from Moana
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (250 reviews)
"Just Wonderful"
Australia
Karla
The price is ฿2,944
฿3,386 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Beaches Nelson
A modern fireplace with a glass front, displaying burning logs.

11. Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 2.2 km from Moana
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (374 reviews)
"It was quiet and within walking distance of downtown and a few restaurants very friendly place"
United States
Michael Diana
The price is ฿3,499
฿4,024 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Century Park Motor Lodge
A large, two-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

12. Admirals Motor Inn

Admirals Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Nelson South, 2.1 km from Moana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (370 reviews)
"Great value with everything you need. Love the separate kitchen! Great service from Fraser. Friendly and helpful staff."
Australia
Susan
The price is ฿2,569
฿2,955 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Admirals Motor Inn
A room with a grey sofa, teal chairs, a wooden table, and two pendant lights.

13. Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 1.3 km from Moana
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (278 reviews)
"My third time staying here and it is a very convenient location near the airport and conference facility."
Australia
Ric
The price is ฿2,350
฿2,702 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the outside.

14. Arcadia Motel

Arcadia Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 1.4 km from Moana
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (223 reviews)
"Staff was quick to respond and very accommodating to our late arrival. Very comfy beds and quiet area."
United States
Beverly
The price is ฿2,644
฿3,040 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Arcadia Motel
An aerial view of a swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a brick patio and palm trees.

15. Palms Motel

Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 2.5 km from Moana
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (331 reviews)
"Great service, great motel. An excellent location."
Australia
Michael
The price is ฿3,419
฿3,931 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Palms Motel
A brick building with a tiled roof, a pond, and a wooden dock.

16. Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
3.5 star property
4.1 km from Moana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (912 reviews)
"Lovely character and perfectly serviceable in Monaco"
Australia
Thomas
The price is ฿2,786
฿3,204 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
A compact hotel room with a single bed, a small dining table with four chairs, a kitchenette, and a ceiling light.

17. Greens Motel

Greens Motel
3.5 star property
Annesbrook, 2.1 km from Moana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (243 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Mark
The price is ฿2,846
฿3,273 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Greens Motel
A patio with a table and chairs, a brick wall, and a sliding glass door leading to an interior space.

18. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 2.2 km from Moana
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (464 reviews)
"We can highly recommend this motel. The Location is good, our room was really nice with an outdoor sitting area and great amenities, The host is a wealth of knowledge and is more than eager to share it."
Australia
Gary
The price is ฿3,723
฿4,281 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
A view of a building's entrance with a sign indicating room availability and a parking area with potted plants and a tree.

19. Abelia Motor Lodge

Abelia Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 1.1 km from Moana
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (91 reviews)
"helpful staff - good basic room,"
New Zealand
Phil
The price is ฿2,426
฿2,790 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Abelia Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a clock, and artwork on the walls.

20. Tudor Lodge Motel

Tudor Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 0.7 km from Moana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (227 reviews)
"Lovely clean and spacious room, comfy bed and all the key amenities on the room and kitchen. The owner was super friendly and helpful, would recommend to friends and family"
Australia
Natasha
The price is ฿2,510
฿2,886 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Tudor Lodge Motel
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Compare popular hotels in Moana

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,434 reviews
View
A modern hotel room with a large central dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.
Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
632 reviews
View
A table with a bottle of champagne, glasses, crackers, cheese, and grapes on a balcony overlooking a marina with boats.
Harbourside Nelson
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
702 reviews
View
A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.
Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
View
A breakfast tray with a croissant, fruit preserves, and two glasses of champagne on a white table in a modern hotel room with a view of a cityscape.
The Sails Nelson
5.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
753 reviews
View

Hotels recommended for families in Moana

A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.

Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
The Wood
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002)
The price is ฿2,175
฿2,502 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Tides Hotel

Where to stay in Moana

Find the best Moana areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a view of the ocean and mountains in the background.

Nelson City Centre

Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Market and Queens Gardens.

A coastal town with houses on a hillside, a road with vehicles, and a large mountain in the background.

Tahunanui

Tahunanui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Natureland Zoo while you're in town.

A coastal landscape with prominent rock formations and calm sea.

Stoke

Stoke is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like McCashin's Brewery and Marsden Recreation Ground.

A beach with kites flying in the sky, mountains in the background, and a clear sky.

Nelson South

Unique features of Nelson South include the spas and restaurants. Make a stop by Fairfield Park or Victory Square while you're exploring the area.

A waterfall surrounded by rocks and lush green foliage.

The Wood

While visiting The Wood, you might make a stop by sights like Founders Heritage Park and Trafalgar Park.

Top Moana Hotel Reviews

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

10/10 Excellent
"10/10"
Nisha 3-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Moana?
Travellers to the Moana neighbourhood in Nelson will be sure to enjoy their stay.
How many hotels will I find in Moana?
When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Nelson, you can choose from 11 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Moana.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Moana, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Moana.
What is there to do around this Nelson neighbourhood?
A few places to visit in the area around Moana include Paddy's Knob Reserve, Natureland Zoo and Nelson Fun Park. While you're out sightseeing in Nelson, make sure that you visit other sights such as Burrell Park or Victory Square.

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