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1. The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 0.6 km from Moana
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (686 reviews)
"Had a great stay, tidy room in a good location close to food places. Comfy bed."
Australia
Jeremy
The price is ￥11,383
￥13,323 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
The Beachcomber Hotel
Beach nearby, beach towels, rowing

2. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 0.7 km from Moana
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (243 reviews)
"Great location and great room with space to make you feel at home. The hosts were friendly and everything was very easy"
Australia
Nathan
The price is ￥13,909
￥16,043 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Beaches Nelson
Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils

3. Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 0.7 km from Moana
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (198 reviews)
"Great place to stay ❤️"
United States
Christopher
The price is ￥8,276
￥9,597 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
Family Unit 1 | Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

4. Tudor Lodge Motel

Tudor Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 0.7 km from Moana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (223 reviews)
"Shops nearby, cean room, and beach within walking distance. Excellent stay"
Australia
Craig
The price is ￥9,985
￥11,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Tudor Lodge Motel
Studio (2 Guests) | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, electric kettle

5. Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only

Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
3.0 star property
Tahunanui, 0.7 km from Moana
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (179 reviews)
"Great place"
New Zealand
Jodi
The price is ￥10,849
￥12,544 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
Front of property

6. Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge

Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
2.5 star property
Tahunanui, 0.9 km from Moana
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 ￥10,089
￥11,602 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
Front of property - evening/night

7. Arrow Motel Apartments

Arrow Motel Apartments
3.0 star property
Tahunanui, 1.3 km from Moana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (127 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Stephen
The price is ￥9,677
￥11,205 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Arrow Motel Apartments
Studio (Super King) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

8. Arcadia Motel

Arcadia Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 1.4 km from Moana
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 ￥10,587
￥12,224 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Arcadia Motel
Twin/Triple Studio | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

9. Bella Vista Motel Nelson

Bella Vista Motel Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 1.5 km from Moana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (210 reviews)
"Handy location and very helpful staff. "
Australia
Ian
The price is ￥11,670
￥13,481 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Bella Vista Motel Nelson
Classic Two Bedroom Motel Sleeps 5 | Living area | Books

10. Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 1.3 km from Moana
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (271 reviews)
"Very family friendly with lots of activities on site. Cabin we stayed in was amazing. Kitchenette was very handy as we made our own food."
Australia
Kaea
The price is ￥11,333
￥13,050 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
Terrace/patio

11. Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park

Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Nelson South, 1.3 km from Moana
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (177 reviews)
"Immaculate, well-equipped room; great service and location (15-minute walk from CBD). "
Australia
Guy
The price is ￥8,433
￥9,975 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
View from property

12. Abelia Motor Lodge

Abelia Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 1.1 km from Moana
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (91 reviews)
"helpful staff - good basic room,"
New Zealand
Phil
The price is ￥12,883
￥14,815 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Abelia Motor Lodge
Superior Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

13. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South, 2 km from Moana
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Love staying here for work trips"
Australia
Tiffany
The price is ￥9,803
￥11,367 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
The Hotel Nelson
King Studio | View from room

14. Balmoral Motel

Balmoral Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 1 km from Moana
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (194 reviews)
"Great location, very clean and comfortable beds. We had a great stay"
Australia
Casey
The price is ￥8,281
￥9,551 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Balmoral Motel
The Lookout | Interior

15. The Wheelhouse Inn

The Wheelhouse Inn
3.5 star property
Britannia Heights, 0.9 km from Moana
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (238 reviews)
"Amazing views, had everything we needed. Wish we would have stayed longer, and would happily stay here again!"
United States
Kate
The price is ￥17,826
￥20,554 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
The Wheelhouse Inn
Executive Studio | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

16. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 2.2 km from Moana
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (613 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay lovely clean unit , great location,will be back"
Australia
Murray
The price is ￥10,693
￥12,333 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Palazzo Motor Lodge
Exterior

17. Harbourside Lodge

Harbourside Lodge
4.0 star property
Port Nelson, 2.8 km from Moana
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (688 reviews)
"Had everything you needed nice and quiet ."
Australia
Wayne
The price is ￥15,425
￥17,739 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Harbourside Lodge
Exterior

18. Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
The Wood, 2.7 km from Moana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Pleasant stay and great location."
Australia
Nicholas
The price is ￥9,701
￥11,156 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Tides Hotel
Daily continental breakfast for a fee

19. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 2.2 km from Moana
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (459 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay. Loved our room, great location & super helpful & friendly staff too 10/10."
Australia
Bronwyn
The price is ￥12,431
￥14,296 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
Balcony view

20. Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 2.2 km from Moana
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (365 reviews)
"The staff were helpful at check in. The rooms were comfortable and clean. I would recommend this location"
Australia
Gavin
The price is ￥10,761
￥12,375 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Century Park Motor Lodge
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Where to stay in Moana

Find the best Moana areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A stone monument with a carved figure, a tall tower with a pointed roof, and a clear sky.
Photo by Mark Wilkinson
Open Photo by Mark Wilkinson

Nelson City Centre

Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Provincial Museum and Nelson Market.

A coastal town with houses on a hillside, a road with vehicles, and a large mountain in the background.

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.

A beach with a sandy shore, calm water, and a small island with trees.

Stoke

Stoke is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like McCashin's Brewery and Marsden Recreation Ground.

Tahunanui beach in Nelson, South Island, New Zealand

Nelson South

Unique features of Nelson South include the spas and restaurants. Make a stop by Fairfield Park or Victory Square while you're exploring the area.

Toi Toi

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

Top Moana Hotel Reviews

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

8/10 Good
"The motel was very clean and Cosy on a cold winters night. Please note there is no reception open after 3pm. We had difficulty finding our room because the details had been sent through via a different website, which we weren't aware of."
Pam 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Moana?
Travelers to the Moana neighborhood in Nelson will be sure to enjoy their stay.
Where is the best place to stay in Moana?
For your stay in Moana, A stunning home with views that have to be seen to be believed is one of the top choices based on our traveler data. Another good choice for your stay in the neighborhood is Bayview Bungalow - Nelson Holiday Home.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Moana?
When you want to kick up your feet after a day of exploring the sights in Nelson, you can choose from 10 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Moana.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Moana, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Moana.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Moana?
For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Moana, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do around this Nelson neighborhood?
A few places to visit in the area around Moana include Paddy's Knob Reserve, Natureland Zoo, and Nelson Fun Park. While you're out sightseeing in Nelson, be sure to visit other sights like Burrell Park or Victory Square.

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