Wakatu Travel Guide
Nelson
Popular places to visit
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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.
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.
Nelson Market
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Nelson Market during your stay in Nelson. Wander around the parks or enjoy the area's cafes.
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.
Nelson Hospital
If Nelson Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Nelson.
Things to do
Nelson: Guided Quad Biking Tour Through Forest and Farmland
Nelson: Cable Bay Adventure Park Skywire Experience
Top hotels in Wakatu
The Hotel Nelson
We liked this spot we had a car, lots of parking. Reception was respectful and greeted us every time we walked in the front door. Rooms were awesome little balcony and cute supplied kitchen. Pool and restaurant had a huge breakfast that’s included if you request it. We did. But the four days we were ...
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
The Beachcomber Hotel
Very comfortable 1-bedroom suite including bed, pillows and recliner seats. Ideal location for Tahunanui Beach and for driving to Nelson, Mapua and Richmond. Loved the pool. Great you don’t get automatic servicing - just opt in for any day or get any supplies from cleaning staff.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Quest Nelson
Clean, spacious room. Ideally located close to city centre and restaurants.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Tides Hotel
Clean room with a very comfortable bed, and a nice outdoor seating area (which unfortunately we were too late to use). Very close to the town centre.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Third time staying at the Rutherford. Never disappoints.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Motueka TOP 10 Holiday Park
i didn't realise when i made the booking that a cabin had no self contained bathroom
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wakatu
Annesbrook
While visiting Annesbrook, you might make a stop by sights like World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Golf Links.
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.
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.
Toi Toi
Though Toi Toi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nelson Market and Tahunanui Beach Reserve.
Enner Glynn
Enner Glynn might not have many top sights, but World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Isel Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Moana
Though Moana may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Natureland Zoo.
