Nelson South
Nelson
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Popular places to visit
Nelson College
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Nelson College during your stay in Nelson. Visit the spas in this walkable area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Fairfield Park
Explore the great outdoors at Fairfield Park, a lovely green space in Nelson. Visit the spas in this walkable area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Victory Square
Explore the great outdoors at Victory Square, a lovely green space in Nelson. Visit the spas in this walkable area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar 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 exploring the galleries in World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars in Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Founders Heritage Park
Enjoy a fun-filled day at Founders Heritage Park during your visit to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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

From Nelson: Scenic Helicopter Ride and Mountain Picnic

Nelson: Helicopter Flight with Mountain Landing & Bay Views

Kiwi Spirit Distillery Golden Bay - Visit New Zealand's only Tequila Farm!
Nelson South Hotel Deals

The Hotel Nelson
Room was clean and well presented. Kitchen was lacking some utensils and utensils could have used a clean or replacement . Window in kitchen was full of dust and insects. Good location to shops and restaurants. FOH staff seemed a little unhelpful.
Reviewed on May 6, 2026

Admirals Motor Inn
Parking wasn’t required
Reviewed on May 4, 2026

Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
Clean, tidy room. Bathroom facilities were excellent. The music (especially in the middle of the night) gave the place a sense of calm and security.
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

Townhouse Haven - Modern, Spa, close to Nelson Central! Pets welcome.
Lovely sunny townhouse hidden away in a beautiful setting !! Close to central Nelson and the hospital. As I was traveling solo I was pleased it felt very safe and private. Great communication with the hosts, nothing was a problem. Will definitely stay again . Thanks so much Shona appreciated your ...
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Tides Hotel
Close to central city area, good parking,
Reviewed on May 4, 2026

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
As always I enjoyed my stay here and the staff were alll very welcoming and helpful. My room was clean and modern and well maintained.
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Nelson South

Toi Toi
Toi Toi might not have many top sights, but Natureland Zoo and Nelson Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Washington Valley
While there might not be top attractions in Washington Valley, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Nelson Market and Trafalgar Park.

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.

Britannia Heights
Britannia Heights might not have many top sights, but Natureland Zoo and Nelson Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Moana
While Moana might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Natureland Zoo and Tahunanui Beach Reserve.

Beachville
While Beachville might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Trafalgar Park and Nelson Market.
