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20 Mar - 22 Mar
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27 Mar - 29 Mar
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10 Apr - 12 Apr
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Our top choices for Nelson motels

Restaurant

The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (661 reviews)
"Room was clean, and close to the beach"
United States
Andrew
The price is ฿3,202
฿3,682 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
The Beachcomber Hotel
Front of property

Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge

Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
2.5 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (88 reviews)
"Very tidy & clean "
New Zealand
Grant
The price is ฿2,248
฿2,585 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
Studio (Super King) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk

Arcadia Motel

Arcadia Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (213 reviews)
"Great room, spacious, very friendly hosts, kitchen well stocked"
Canada
Joe
The price is ฿2,677
฿3,079 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Arcadia Motel
Front of property – evening/night

Arrow Motel Apartments

Arrow Motel Apartments
3.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (117 reviews)
"clean, congenial manager, convenient location for flights"
Australia
Andrew
The price is ฿2,779
฿3,196 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Arrow Motel Apartments
Maitai Studio | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Riverlodge Nelson

Riverlodge Nelson
3.0 star property
The Wood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (138 reviews)
"The room was spotless and well laid out, with it's kitchen area and bathroom. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the location is great."
Australia
David
The price is ฿2,795
฿3,214 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Riverlodge Nelson
One Bedroom Family Apartment | Terrace/patio

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (450 reviews)
"Great location, walking distance to city centre and restaurants, great room and proactive host. "
Australia
Evlampia
The price is ฿4,038
฿4,644 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
Property grounds

Tudor Lodge Motel

Tudor Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (217 reviews)
"Nice, clean room with everything you need. Close to the ⛱ beach and amenities"
Australia
Sharon
The price is ฿2,450
฿2,818 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr
Tudor Lodge Motel
Exterior

Saxton Lodge

Saxton Lodge
5.0 star property
Stoke
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (435 reviews)
"Really good stay, helpful friendly staff. "
New Zealand
Kerrie
The price is ฿2,941
฿3,382 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Saxton Lodge
Two Bedroom Apartrment | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

Greens Motel

Greens Motel
3.5 star property
Annesbrook
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (230 reviews)
"Very clean rooms, staff great ideal for what we wanted. "
Australia
Eugene
The price is ฿4,193
฿4,822 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
Greens Motel
Outdoor pool

Palms Motel

Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (316 reviews)
"Comfortable stay, very close walk to the town center."
New Zealand
Jayde
The price is ฿3,295
฿3,790 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Palms Motel
Studio (2 Guests) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only

Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
3.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (173 reviews)
"Great stay. Clean and comfortable room. Fantastic, welcoming hospitality. Will definitely stay again."
Australia
Patrick
The price is ฿2,285
฿2,628 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
Standard Studio | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
4.0 star property
Tahunanui
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (166 reviews)
"The bathroom was dirty as heck but everything else was good "
Australia
Stacey
The price is ฿2,147
฿2,469 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
View from property

Abelia Motor Lodge

Abelia Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (87 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the staff were very kind and always asking if I needed anything which I thought was perfect."
Australia
Finley
The price is ฿2,615
฿3,008 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Abelia Motor Lodge
Twin/Triple Studio | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Bella Vista Motel Nelson

Bella Vista Motel Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (204 reviews)
"Room was spotless and staff was very friendly and helpful."
Australia
Ashley
The price is ฿4,248
฿4,885 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Mar - 22 Mar
Bella Vista Motel Nelson
Kitchen Studio | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Amber Court Motel Nelson

Amber Court Motel Nelson
3.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (278 reviews)
"Nice & comfortable place👌👌"
Australia
Prabath
The price is ฿2,692
฿3,096 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Amber Court Motel Nelson
King Studio | View from room

Balmoral Motel

Balmoral Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (189 reviews)
"Great location, very clean and comfortable beds. We had a great stay"
Australia
Casey
The price is ฿3,169
฿3,645 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Balmoral Motel
Beach

ASURE Nautilus Lodge Motel

ASURE Nautilus Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Motueka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (181 reviews)
"Nice quiet place to stay "
New Zealand
Kerry
The price is ฿3,447
฿3,964 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
ASURE Nautilus Lodge Motel
Basic Cabin | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Richmond Motel & Holiday Park

Richmond Motel & Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Richmond
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (279 reviews)
"Very helpful and friendly excellent service and room "
Australia
Edward
The price is ฿2,141
฿2,462 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Richmond Motel & Holiday Park
Two Bedroom First Floor | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Parkside Motel

Parkside Motel
3.5 star property
Richmond
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (124 reviews)
"What an awesome place to stay Very clean very comfortable Thanks Brian"
Australia
Kirk
The price is ฿3,545
฿4,077 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
Parkside Motel
Front of property – evening/night

Gladstone Motel Nelson

Gladstone Motel Nelson
4.5 star property
Richmond
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (112 reviews)
"Excellent motel spacious room clean great service nothing to fault"
New Zealand
Luigi
The price is ฿3,904
฿4,490 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Gladstone Motel Nelson
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Top Nelson Hotel Reviews

Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel is centrally located to restaurants and shops. Beautiful hotel with several eating options. The staff was very informative and friendly. The room itself was wonderful with great views. Would highly recommend. "
Elizabeth 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Rutherford Hotel Nelson

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Nelson Motels information

Number of reviews
4,242
Accommodation
32 Motels
Lowest Price
฿2,462
Highest Price
฿4,885

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Nelson?
If you're having difficulty finding a motel in Nelson, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let us help you find a similar property from more than 272 hotels and other lodging options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the car park. In the US, motels boomed after World War II with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Nelson?
The Beachcomber Hotel: Enjoy access to the conference centre, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Arrow Motel Apartments: A seasonal outdoor pool and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a kitchenette. Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Greens Motel: A golf course and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a kitchenette. Balmoral Motel: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
How many motels should I expect to find in Nelson?
You can select from 20 low-cost motels in Nelson.
What can I do in Nelson?
While you're sightseeing around the area, enjoy its popular beaches and top-notch restaurants. Those who've visited Nelson like its shops, cathedral and cafes. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Tahunanui Beach Reserve, Nelson Provincial Museum and Queens Gardens. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Founders Heritage Park, Natureland Zoo and Nelson Fun Park. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Nelson Market, Trafalgar Park and Centre of New Zealand Monument.
What's the weather like in Nelson?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Nelson to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 8°C. Average annual precipitation for Nelson is 1538 mm.
What are my options for getting around Nelson while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Nelson to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Nelson (NSN), which is located 3.6 mi (5.9 km) away from the city centre. You can also search for flights into Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne), which is 34.6 mi (55.6 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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