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Our top choices for Nelson motels

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1. The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (687 reviews)
The price is ￥11,287
￥13,069 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
The Beachcomber Hotel
Breakfast meal

2. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (460 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay. Loved our room, great location & super helpful & friendly staff too 10/10."
Australia
Bronwyn
The price is ￥12,543
￥14,425 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Private kitchenette

3. Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
4.0 star property
Tahunanui
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (199 reviews)
"Very comfortable place to stay. Handy to everything."
Australia
Shayne
The price is ￥8,805
￥10,153 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
Exterior

4. Saxton Lodge

Saxton Lodge
5.0 star property
Stoke
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (447 reviews)
"Great place to stay and the food at restaurant is fantastic"
Australia
Jo-Anne
The price is ￥15,923
￥18,311 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Saxton Lodge
King Studio | View from room

5. Balmoral Motel

Balmoral Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (196 reviews)
"Great location, very clean and comfortable beds. We had a great stay"
Australia
Casey
The price is ￥9,508
￥10,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Balmoral Motel
Studio (Super King)

6. Arcadia Motel

Arcadia Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (221 reviews)
"Staff was quick to respond and very accommodating to our late arrival. Very comfy beds and quiet area."
United States
Beverly
The price is ￥10,511
￥12,244 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Arcadia Motel
Front of property - evening/night

7. Arrow Motel Apartments

Arrow Motel Apartments
3.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (128 reviews)
"Really enjoyable stay - appreciated the opportunity to upgrade our room (thank you!) Very handy area to stay in and we had everything that we needed. Would definitely recommend."
Australia
Wilma
The price is ￥10,029
￥11,585 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Arrow Motel Apartments
Front of property

8. Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge

Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
2.5 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (88 reviews)
"Great location Room was clean the owner and his wife where fantastic very helpful with local knowledge Would definitely stay there again if I was in Nelson"
Australia
Tharon
The price is ￥10,540
￥12,121 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
Studio (2 Guests) | Private kitchen

9. Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only

Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
3.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (179 reviews)
"Great place"
New Zealand
Jodi
The price is ￥10,610
￥12,340 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
Pool

10. Palms Motel

Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (327 reviews)
"Clean, warm and great location"
Australia
Lisa
The price is ￥13,069
￥15,074 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Palms Motel
Kitchen Studio

11. Amber Court Motel Nelson

Amber Court Motel Nelson
3.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (292 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff"
Australia
Kevin
The price is ￥11,364
￥13,069 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Amber Court Motel Nelson
Twin/Triple Studio

12. Bella Vista Motel Nelson

Bella Vista Motel Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (211 reviews)
"Handy location and very helpful staff. "
Australia
Ian
The price is ￥11,685
￥13,519 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Bella Vista Motel Nelson
Maitai Studio

13. Riverlodge Nelson

Riverlodge Nelson
3.0 star property
The Wood
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (146 reviews)
"Good location very reasonable prices "
Australia
Michael
The price is ￥9,904
￥11,592 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Riverlodge Nelson
Two Bedroom Apartrment | Living area

14. Greens Motel

Greens Motel
3.5 star property
Annesbrook
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (242 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Mark
The price is ￥15,563
￥17,897 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Greens Motel
Family Unit 1

15. Tudor Lodge Motel

Tudor Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (224 reviews)
"Great place to stay, within walking distance to restaurants and the beach. We even walked to the airport from the motel."
Australia
Anna
The price is ￥10,627
￥12,360 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Tudor Lodge Motel
View from property

16. Abelia Motor Lodge

Abelia Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (91 reviews)
"helpful staff - good basic room,"
New Zealand
Phil
The price is ￥13,143
￥15,114 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Abelia Motor Lodge
Basic Cabin

17. Richmond Motel & Holiday Park

Richmond Motel & Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Richmond
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (287 reviews)
"Couldn't fault the place "
Australia
Mike
The price is ￥8,621
￥9,982 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Richmond Motel & Holiday Park
Front of property - evening/night

18. Gladstone Motel Nelson

Gladstone Motel Nelson
4.5 star property
Richmond
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (119 reviews)
"Great property close to shops if needed. Clean and comfortable rooms."
Australia
Lauren
The price is ￥16,469
￥18,939 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Gladstone Motel Nelson
Beach

19. ASURE Nautilus Lodge Motel

ASURE Nautilus Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Motueka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (192 reviews)
"Yes good parking and very accessable"
Australia
ATHOL
The price is ￥15,044
￥17,301 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
ASURE Nautilus Lodge Motel
Two Bedroom First Floor

20. Parkside Motel

Parkside Motel
3.5 star property
Richmond
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (128 reviews)
"What an awesome place to stay Very clean very comfortable Thanks Brian"
Australia
Kirk
The price is ￥17,869
￥20,549 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Parkside Motel
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Top Nelson Hotel Reviews

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay, bed was comfy. Had a great pub across the road also where I had dinner."
Jeremy 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

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Nelson Motels information

Number of reviews
4,599
Accommodation
30 Motels
Lowest Price
￥9,982
Highest Price
￥20,549

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Nelson?
If you're having trouble locating 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 279 hotels and other lodging options. Just use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you'll often find free parking and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room directly from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trip vacations, 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 center, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel: Free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Saxton Lodge: Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson: Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. Palms Motel: Enjoy access to the children's pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
How many motels are there in Nelson?
Choose from 20 affordable 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: Queens Gardens, Tahunanui Beach Reserve, and Nelson Provincial Museum. 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 World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars.
What's the weather like in Nelson?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, 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 temp of 61°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 47°F. Average annual precipitation for Nelson is 61 inches.
What are my options for getting around Nelson when 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 heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne), which is 34.6 mi (55.6 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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