The Brook Travel Guide
Nelson
Popular places to visit
Codgers Mountain Bike Park
Explore the great outdoors at Codgers Mountain Bike Park, a lovely green space in Nelson. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Founders Heritage Park
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Founders Heritage Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Christ Church Cathedral
After visiting Christ Church Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre
After visiting Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Things to do
Nelson: Guided Quad Biking Tour Through Forest and Farmland
Nelson: Cable Bay Adventure Park Skywire Experience
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing
Private Half-Day Mountain Bike Shuttle in Nelson
Kiwi Spirit Distillery Golden Bay - Visit New Zealand's only Tequila Farm!
Heli-Fish Marlborough Sounds D'Urville Island Indulgence - 'Catch and Dine'
Top hotels in The Brook
The Hotel Nelson
"The room with a separate, well equipped kitchenette, was clean and well presented. Could do with updating, particularly the bathroom, but would certainly stay there again. Check in was easy and staff were pleasant and helpful. The food at Flames Restaurant, which was on site, was excellent and the ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Tides Hotel
"All good"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
The Beachcomber Hotel
"all good thank you"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
"Another excellent stay, the staff are very friendly and helpful, across the road is the Tides Hotel in the same ownership where you can dine, the food is first class with great staff I would strongly recommend staying here."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Harbourside Lodge
"The room was very clean and tidy…the lady on reception was very nice and helpful. The heatpump was on ready for our arrival and the bed was one of the most comfortable we have stayed on in a hotel/motel in a very long time x"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Sails Nelson
"Loved staying here at The Sails !! Comfy bed , great shower, lots of fresh airflow , cosy as in the chilly evening, big TV with satellite viewing , good coffee with either plunger or pod, fresh milk, well stocked kitchen for in- home style cooking . Free laundry facilities . Close to cbd and pretty ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Brook
Bishopdale
While Bishopdale may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Codgers Mountain Bike Park.
Nelson South
Unique features of Nelson South include the spas and restaurants. Make a stop by Victory Square or Fairfield Park while you're exploring the area.
Enner Glynn
Enner Glynn might not have many top sights, but World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Natureland Zoo are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Nelson City Centre
Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Market and Nelson Provincial Museum.
Toi Toi
Though Toi Toi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Victory Square and Natureland Zoo.
Wakatu
When in Wakatu, you can plan a visit to World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Natureland Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
