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A garden with hydrangea bushes in blue and purple.

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.

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.

1. Antares Homestay

50 km from Wairau River

Thomas

￥18,418

￥21,181 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A bed with a swan-shaped pillow and a swan-shaped blanket.

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.

A room with a green wall, a map, and a cat sitting by the door.

A room with a green armchair, a small table with a lamp, and two framed artworks on the wall.

2. Atlantis Backpackers

71.5 km from Wairau River

Yu Chen

￥5,041

￥5,842 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A house with a porch, a bay window, and a front door.

A small wooden cabin with a metal roof and a covered porch.

A garden with various flowers and trees, a wooden building with a green roof, and a clear sky.

A spacious living room with leather furniture, a wooden coffee table, and a large window with curtains.

3. The Jolly Poacher Retreat

61.3 km from Wairau River

Martin

￥27,962

￥32,286 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A wooden table with two wine glasses, a blue chair, and a view of a lake with boats and greenery in the background.

A neatly made bed with a grey quilt, two white pillows, and a striped pillow. There are two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

A two-story house with a well-maintained lawn in front, set against a backdrop of hills and a starry night sky.

A reception building with a sign, a car parked in front, and a lake with boats in the background.

4. Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

75.1 km from Wairau River

John

￥15,415

￥17,728 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern hotel entrance with a stone facade, large potted plants, and a well-lit interior visible through the glass doors.

A stone structure with a rectangular opening, surrounded by greenery and a parking lot with cars.

A restaurant with a pool view, dark wooden tables, red patterned chairs, and a fire exit sign.

Two people toasting with drinks at an outdoor table with a view of parked cars and a building in the background.

5. Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

57.2 km from Wairau River

Wendy

￥11,303

￥13,107 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A motel with a sign indicating 68 Blenheim Spa Motor Lodge.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a microwave, a sink, and a television.

A row of trees with apples along a sidewalk.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

6. Blenheim Spa Motor Lodge

58.4 km from Wairau River

Kathryn

￥11,158

￥12,939 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a balcony with curtains.

A hotel room with a large bed, two smaller beds, a window with curtains, a small table, and a wall-mounted lamp.

A compact kitchen with a built-in air conditioner, a small refrigerator, a sink, and a microwave.

A compact kitchen with a sink, microwave, toaster, and refrigerator.

7. ASURE Phoenix Motor Inn

55.5 km from Wairau River

Daniel

￥12,628

￥14,601 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A patio area with a table and chairs, surrounded by a lush garden and a tree bearing fruit.

A poolside area with two lounge chairs, a picnic table, and a small table with a drink.

A motel named Montana Lodge with a sign indicating 50+ channels and a vacancy sign.

A building with a sign labeled "Reception" and a paved area in front.

8. Montana Lodge Motel

58.6 km from Wairau River

Antony

￥9,053

￥10,458 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A fountain with a central column and water jets, surrounded by a pool. In the background, there are trees, a lawn, and buildings.

A living room with a glass table, two chairs, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, a dining table with chairs, a kitchenette, and a small office area.

A garden with white roses and a building with a red roof in the background.

9. Lugano Motor Lodge

57.3 km from Wairau River

Brent

￥15,955

￥18,348 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A terrace with two wooden chairs and a table, overlooking a marina with boats and a cruise ship in the background.

A marina with boats docked, surrounded by buildings and greenery.

A two-story hotel with a balcony and a sign indicating it is the Harbour View Motel.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

10. Harbour View Motel

71.6 km from Wairau River

Willie

￥14,891

￥17,125 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A balcony with a glass railing, a chair, and a table.

A modern kitchen with a large window, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

Two people sitting on wooden stools on an outdoor patio with a view of trees and a building in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard and pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view of the outdoors.

11. Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

70.9 km from Wairau River

Darren

￥6,410

￥7,372 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A swimming pool surrounded by colorful flowers and a well-maintained lawn.

A well-maintained garden with various flowering plants and neatly trimmed hedges.

A wooden deck with steps leading to a covered area, surrounded by lush greenery and a variety of plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a red chair.

12. Middle Park Motel

55.9 km from Wairau River

Diane

￥12,410

￥14,433 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of mountains.

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating options including tables and booths.

A modern building with a sloped roof, a covered entrance, and a sign indicating a restaurant and bar.

A bar area with a variety of liquor bottles, glasses, and a cash register.

13. Scenic Hotel Marlborough

57.3 km from Wairau River

Wendy

￥11,140

￥12,863 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A two-story house with a balcony, a garage, and a driveway.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a standing fan, and a view of the outdoors.

A narrow corridor with a wooden fence on one side and a white door on the other. There is a small table and chairs in the center, and a potted plant with pink flowers at the end of the corridor.

A bedroom with a wooden dresser, a white microwave, a television mounted on the wall, and a bed with a blue and white patterned bedspread.

14. Top of the Town

70.6 km from Wairau River

Ashley

￥11,870

￥13,691 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A hotel room with a balcony, a dining area, a TV, and a bed.

A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a sink, and a window with a view of the street.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a microwave, a chair, and a small table.

A compact kitchen with a sink, microwave, and cabinets. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa in the background.

15. 171 On High Motel

57 km from Wairau River

Ashley

￥12,564

￥14,449 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a marina and mountains.

A dining table with a view of a marina and boats, set with plates of food, wine glasses, and cutlery.

A marina with boats, a grassy area, and a building with balconies.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a potted plant, a nightstand, and a view of a marina and mountains.

16. Picton Beachcomber Inn

71.6 km from Wairau River

Nicky

￥8,957

￥10,414 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A hotel room with a red leather sofa, a wooden table, a bed with a white headboard, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.

A reception area with a desk, chairs, a painting of a giraffe, and a wall-mounted sign.

A rectangular swimming pool with a clear blue water surface, surrounded by a low hedge and a white building with a flat roof.

A well-maintained garden with a wooden bench, a small tree, and a variety of plants.

17. Grove Park Motor Lodge

58.2 km from Wairau River

Karla

￥13,042

￥15,123 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A white colonial-style house with a covered porch, outdoor furniture, and a well-manicured lawn with red tulips.

A sofa with patterned cushions, a candelabra with lit candles, and a red rose in a vase.

A two-story building with a covered porch and a well-maintained lawn.

A golf course with a flagstick in the foreground, surrounded by trees and mountains in the background.

18. The Peppertree Luxury Accommodation

60.8 km from Wairau River

James

￥77,849

￥89,526 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A balcony with a round table and two chairs, overlooking a street and mountains.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel with a covered outdoor seating area, multiple balconies, and a parking lot.

A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area with a table and chairs.

19. Broadway Motel

71.3 km from Wairau River

Peter

￥13,797

￥15,867 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with a granite countertop, a built-in dishwasher, a stainless steel kettle, and a window with blinds.

A hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a wooden dining table, and two black chairs.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a TV.

20. Jasmine Court Motel

71.4 km from Wairau River

Katrina

￥15,107

￥17,373 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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Compare popular hotels close to Wairau River

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Antares Homestay	10.0 Exceptional 23 reviews	View
Atlantis Backpackers	10.0 Exceptional 8 reviews	View
The Jolly Poacher Retreat	10.0 Exceptional 32 reviews	View
Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton	9.8 Exceptional 175 reviews	View
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View

Top Wairau River Hotel Reviews

Harbourside Nelson

10/10 Excellent

"Nice location and friendly staff"

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"

Beaches Nelson

10/10 Excellent

"Just Wonderful"

Saxton Lodge

8/10 Good

"It was a clean, lots of parking and a higher end cafe on site"

The Hotel Nelson

8/10 Good

"Great locale"

Bridge Backpackers

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice backyard and perfect location in the town centre"

Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

8/10 Good

"The toilets and showers were clean, the cabin as well. Friendly staff. There was no jug to boil some water and the bed was rather soft and bouncy. Parking available but the carparks were quite narrow."

Only 4 km to town. Beautiful inside & out, Relaxing,tranquil, great home for all

10/10 Excellent

"The overall stay was excellent. Highly recommend as a place to stay. Peaceful surroundings, comfortable beds and attention to detail ensuring our comfort."

Other attractions near Wairau River

Red Hill

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Red Hill during your travels in Mt Richmond Forest Park. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

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Mount Richmond

9.2/10 (17 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Richmond during your travels in Mt Richmond Forest Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Gordon's Knob

8.0/10 (1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Gordon's Knob during your travels in Mt Richmond Forest Park. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Fossil Ridge Winery

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Fossil Ridge Winery during your travels to Richmond. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

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Richmond Mall

8.6/10 (264 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Richmond Mall during your stay in Richmond. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

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Brook Waimarama Sanctuary

Explore the great outdoors at Brook Waimarama Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Nelson.

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Pic's Peanut Butter World

Enjoy an outing to Pic's Peanut Butter World during your stay in Nelson. While in this quaint area, you can savor the bars and restaurants.

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McCashin's Brewery

8.4/10 (17 reviews)

You can take time to visit McCashin's Brewery during your travels to Nelson. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Wairau River?

Wairau River is located in an area that travelers like for its wineries. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, you might search for properties close to public transportation so it's easy to get around.

What's the best place to stay near Wairau River?

The Hotel Nelson is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. You'll find it 24.6 mi (39.6 km) from Wairau River. Other good choices in the area include Tides Hotel and Quest Nelson.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Wairau River, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Wairau River.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Wairau River?

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Our top choices for Wairau River hotels

1. Antares Homestay

2. Atlantis Backpackers

3. The Jolly Poacher Retreat

4. Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

5. Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

6. Blenheim Spa Motor Lodge

7. ASURE Phoenix Motor Inn

8. Montana Lodge Motel

9. Lugano Motor Lodge

10. Harbour View Motel

11. Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

12. Middle Park Motel

13. Scenic Hotel Marlborough

14. Top of the Town

15. 171 On High Motel

16. Picton Beachcomber Inn

17. Grove Park Motor Lodge

18. The Peppertree Luxury Accommodation

19. Broadway Motel

20. Jasmine Court Motel

Compare popular hotels close to Wairau River

Top Wairau River Hotel Reviews

Harbourside Nelson

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Palazzo Motor Lodge

Beaches Nelson

Saxton Lodge

The Hotel Nelson

Bridge Backpackers

Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

Only 4 km to town. Beautiful inside & out, Relaxing,tranquil, great home for all

Other attractions near Wairau River

Red Hill

Mount Richmond

Gordon's Knob

Fossil Ridge Winery

Richmond Mall

Brook Waimarama Sanctuary

Pic's Peanut Butter World

McCashin's Brewery

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