Top of the South Holiday Rentals, New Zealand: Private House Rentals

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A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with numerous boats.

A marina with boats docked, wooden tables and benches, and umbrellas.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a countertop with various food items, a red toaster, and a hanging light fixture.

A modern living room with a sofa, a small round table, and a desk with two chairs. There is a kitchen area with a microwave, a sink, and a refrigerator. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall, and a potted plant is on the desk.

1. Harbourside Nelson

Port Nelson

Michelle

฿2,652

฿3,050 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

A room with a large window overlooking a pool and greenery. There is a table and chairs outside the window.

An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a hillside with buildings.

A hotel room with a bed, a tray with breakfast items, a lamp, and a floral wall.

2. Tides Hotel

The Wood

Diane

฿1,964

฿2,259 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.

A hotel room with a bed, a painting of a flamingo, and a view into the dining area.

A wall mural with a peacock and floral design.

A room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio with a pool and outdoor furniture.

3. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

The Wood

Nic

฿2,095

฿2,410 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A wide beach with a clear sky and distant mountains.

A modern, well-lit room with a blue carpet, a white sofa with black cushions, a small desk, and a chair.

A modern room with a glass table, a chair, a dining table, and a view through a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a large bed, two black pillows, a wooden headboard, and two wall-mounted lights.

4. Beaches Nelson

Tahunanui

Karla

฿2,711

฿3,117 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A building with the sign "QUEST" at the top, featuring multiple windows and a modern architectural design.

A modern living room with a dining table, a sofa, a green armchair, and a lamp.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a washing machine, a kitchenette, and a dining area.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a large window with curtains, and a view of buildings and hills.

5. Quest Nelson

Nelson City Centre

Robyn

฿2,455

฿2,824 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A reception area with a counter, seating, and a sign welcoming guests to breakfast.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of a golf course, and framed pictures on the wall.

A buffet table with various food items and a milk jug.

A hotel with a traditional architectural style, featuring a curved roof and multiple windows.

6. The Beachcomber Hotel

Tahunanui

Anna

฿2,619

฿3,012 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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.

A sign for Arcadia Motel advertising amenities like fully equipped modern studio apartments, 1 & 2 bedroom apartments, free unlimited UFB WiFi, solar heated pool, guest laundry, and a guest select full package of sport and movie channels.

A poolside area with a table and chairs, a barbecue grill, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, a small side table, and a potted plant.

7. Arcadia Motel

Tahunanui

Beverly

฿2,488

฿2,861 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large central dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A hotel entrance with a covered area, a sign for 'Palazzo', and a 'Lazz' store visible in the background.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a TV.

A modern apartment with a balcony, a dining area, and a living room with a sofa and coffee table.

8. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Nelson City Centre

Glennis

฿2,214

฿2,546 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a blue sofa and a small table.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the city.

A person swimming in a pool with a palm tree and buildings in the background.

9. The Hotel Nelson

Nelson South

Ray

฿2,136

฿2,457 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A balcony with a table set for breakfast, including croissants, a bottle, and a tray with a drink.

A living room with a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, a lamp, and a TV.

A brick building with a sign reading "OFFICE" above the entrance.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

10. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Nelson City Centre

Sandra

฿3,518

฿4,046 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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.

A modern kitchen with a large window, a clock, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A modern building with a sign reading "The Sails." It features a prominent staircase and large windows.

11. The Sails Nelson

The Wood

Suzannah

฿3,219

฿3,702 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A brick building with a tiled roof, a pond, and a wooden dock.

A spacious living room with leather sofas, a stone fireplace, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A brick building with a pond in front, a wooden bridge, and a well-maintained lawn.

12. Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Nelson

Thomas

฿2,453

฿2,821 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A staircase with a geometric stained glass window above, wooden handrails, and potted plants on the right.

A large, two-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

A room with a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, and a balcony with a view of buildings.

13. Admirals Motor Inn

Nelson South

Brendon

฿2,258

฿2,597 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden dining table, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a small sink. There is a sofa in the adjacent living area and a door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

A row of yellow buildings with balconies, a well-maintained lawn, and mature trees.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a painting of a beach scene.

14. Greens Motel

Annesbrook

Mark

฿2,466

฿2,836 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A dining table set with chairs, a view of a town and hills in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a parking area and a covered entrance.

A swimming pool with two lounge chairs, surrounded by a metal fence and trees.

A bar area with various liquor bottles and a glass of orange juice on the counter.

15. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Nelson City Centre

Jason

฿4,010

฿4,612 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern hotel with a two-story structure, large windows, and a parking area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a sliding door to a balcony, and a view of the outdoors.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a sofa.

A motel with a sign indicating it is vacant, a stone wall, and a fence.

16. Gladstone Motel Nelson

Richmond

Lauren

฿3,226

฿3,710 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a bed, a kitchen area, and a dining table.

A two-story building with balconies, large windows, and a paved courtyard.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a television, and a balcony with a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, a bed with a view, and a sofa.

17. Avalon Manor Motel

Motueka

Iain

฿2,932

฿3,371 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A dining table with chairs and candles, a window with a view of a beach and ocean, and decorative lights.

A house with a swimming pool, a stone exterior, and a large glass door.

A bathroom with a bathtub, a window, and a view of a balcony with chairs and a railing.

A log cabin bedroom with two beds, a wardrobe, and a large window.

18. Kimi Ora Eco Resort

Kaiteriteri

Sandy

฿4,548

฿5,230 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

An aerial view of a swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a brick patio and palm trees.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in microwave, a dishwasher, and a window above the sink.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, a lamp, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the street outside.

19. Palms Motel

Nelson City Centre

Michael

฿2,652

฿3,050 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of a car and a fence.

A pool with a pink flamingo float, surrounded by a wooden deck.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a visible toilet, and a sink.

A courtyard with a wooden table and chairs under a large umbrella, surrounded by a fence and a building with balconies.

20. Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only

Tahunanui

Jodi

฿2,543

฿2,924 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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Holiday Rentals in Top of the South

Aparthotel

Beaches Nelson

Tahunanui

"Just Wonderful"

Aparthotel

Quest Nelson

Nelson City Centre

"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."

Aparthotel

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

The Wood

"Our go to for Nelson breaks. Always friendly reception. All ammenities we could ask for in a brief stay. So handy to just walk into town or to dining and events in the evening."

Aparthotel

A garden with hydrangea bushes in blue and purple.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a kettle. There is a dining table with a vase of flowers and a bowl of lemons. A television is visible in the background.

A swimming pool with a person relaxing on a lounge chair.

A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

Antares Homestay

Rapaura

"Room was adaquate, dinning was very good and the area was great for hiking and walking."

Holiday Home

A modern living room with a glass table, a sofa, and a view of the ocean.

A beach with a natural rock arch formation.

A modern bedroom with a large window overlooking a garden and the sea, a bed, a seating area with a TV, and a small table.

A room with a view of the ocean, a wooden deck, and a breakfast tray on the floor.

Adrift In Golden Bay

Parapara

"friendly personal service, location, spotless unit"

Villa

A modern living room with a dark grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape.

A palm tree and a building with a statue on top.

A modern two-story house with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a view of a mountainous landscape through the windows.

Wilkes Way Villa

Waikawa

"Very friendly, helpful hosts. "

Cabin

A garden with red-roofed buildings, a stone sculpture, and a red metal bridge.

A reception area with a sign, a red-roofed building, and a grassy field.

A kitchen with a dining table and chairs, a window with a view of a deck and trees, and a stove.

The Sandcastle

Pohara

"Incredible location and lodging! Steve was knowledgeable about the area, committed to environmental sustainability, welcoming and makes amazing pizza! Highly recommend and we will return!"

Holiday Home

A cozy, wooden cabin with a pitched roof and a glass front door.

A person walking on a beach with a large rock in the water.

A lush garden with a variety of plants and trees, a wooden pergola, and a modern building with large windows.

A cabin with a sloped roof and a small porch area.

Wetland View Park

Mangarakau

"Great base for exploring this stunning remote corner of New Zealand. "

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Picton Harbour

9.2/10 (1,010 reviews)

Visit a floating maritime museum, board a chartered fishing boat and relax beneath the tall palms that line one of New Zealand’s most important harbours.

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Tahunanui Beach Reserve

9.2/10 (709 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Tahunanui Beach Reserve during your travels in Nelson? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Top Top of the South Hotel Reviews

The Hotel Nelson

8/10 Good

"Room was nice and clean, staff welcoming. The hotel has a restaurant which was convenient. Breakfast was available for a fee. Parking is also free. Just the location is not that great as it is on a main street. We had a room facing the busy street, therefore, the night was not really quiet. But anything else was fine and it is a good hotel."

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful stay clean and comfortable. Thanks"

Palazzo Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic hotel make sure you like it earlier we had a surprise stop and that you couldn’t check in"

Scenic Hotel Marlborough

10/10 Excellent

"The room on the top floor was nice and roomy with a very good fridge and smart TV. The bathroom was quite small but it was clean and modern and the shower was power. The only complaint I have is that the bed was quite old and not the most comfortable. The receptionist was great and we enjoyed some banter with her when we checked in. Friendly staff with a sense of humor are always appreciated."

Edit Picton

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome place to stay. Veiws were amazing from our room. Reception staff were brilliant and very helpful."

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Exceptionally clean and well appointed , staff great , laundry in apartment great , parking was possibly inadequate as there is not many spaces ."

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฿1,002

฿1,152 total

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฿1,609 total

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฿1,740 total

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฿1,851 total

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Our top choices for Top of the South hotels

1. Harbourside Nelson

2. Tides Hotel

3. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

4. Beaches Nelson

5. Quest Nelson

6. The Beachcomber Hotel

7. Arcadia Motel

8. Palazzo Motor Lodge

9. The Hotel Nelson

10. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

11. The Sails Nelson

12. Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

13. Admirals Motor Inn

14. Greens Motel

15. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

16. Gladstone Motel Nelson

17. Avalon Manor Motel

18. Kimi Ora Eco Resort

19. Palms Motel

20. Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only

Holiday Rentals in Top of the South

Beaches Nelson

Quest Nelson

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

Antares Homestay

Adrift In Golden Bay

Wilkes Way Villa

The Sandcastle

Wetland View Park

Stay near popular Top of the South attractions

Picton Harbour

Tahunanui Beach Reserve

Learn more about Top of the South

Top Top of the South Hotel Reviews

The Hotel Nelson

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Palazzo Motor Lodge

Scenic Hotel Marlborough

Edit Picton

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

More cheap stays in Top of the South

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

The Barn Cabins & Camp

Blenheim Bridges Holiday Park

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

The Boathouse Lodge

Bridge Backpackers

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