The Wood Travel Guide
Nelson

Visit The Wood
Stay near popular The Wood attractions
Things to do

Nelson: Guided Quad Biking Tour Through Forest and Farmland

Nelson: Cable Bay Adventure Park Skywire Experience

Self-guided E-bike cycle tour with private wine tasting

Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing

Kiwi Spirit Distillery Golden Bay - Visit New Zealand's only Tequila Farm!

Private Half-Day Mountain Bike Shuttle in Nelson
Top hotels in The Wood

Tides Hotel

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
"Location"
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

The Sails Nelson
"Roomy unit with the bells and whistles. Specialty Tea and Coffee capsules provided in the room. Handy to town and restaurants. Looked to be decent options for breakfast unfortunately we had an early flight so weren't able to partake."
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

Kings Gate Motel
"Good motel, would be happy to stay again. Some older items and facilities."
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Riverlodge Nelson
"All good. Excellent services."
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Tasman Bay Backpackers
"Easy parking. Helpful friendly staff. Clean and tidy communal areas. Feijoas and chocolate pudding extra bonus."
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Where to stay in The Wood

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

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

Stoke
Stoke is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like McCashin's Brewery and Pic's Peanut Butter World.
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.

Maitai
If you're spending some time in Maitai, Centre of New Zealand Monument and Waahi Taakaro Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.




