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Our top choices for Moana hotels

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

1. Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
The Wood, 2.7 km from Moana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly team, great service, and a hassle-free stay every time. Definitely my go-to place in town."
Australia
Diane
The price is ￥9,320
￥10,718 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Tides Hotel
A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.

2. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
The Wood, 2.8 km from Moana
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,433 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Convenient location to town"
New Zealand
Nathan
The price is ￥10,097
￥11,612 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
A wide beach with a clear sky and distant mountains.

3. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 0.7 km from Moana
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (249 reviews)
"Just Wonderful"
Australia
Karla
The price is ￥12,510
￥14,429 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Beaches Nelson
A reception area with a counter, seating, and a sign welcoming guests to breakfast.

4. The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 0.6 km from Moana
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (692 reviews)
"Parking was about the only thing i can say was good …"
Australia
Anna
The price is ￥10,563
￥12,427 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
The Beachcomber Hotel
A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.

5. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South, 2 km from Moana
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (999 reviews)
"Great locale"
Australia
Ray
The price is ￥9,285
￥10,904 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
The Hotel Nelson
A dining table set with chairs, a view of a town and hills in the background.

6. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson
4.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 2.3 km from Moana
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (644 reviews)
"Easy location parking and food onsite"
New Zealand
Jason
The price is ￥17,604
￥20,443 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
A building with the sign "QUEST" at the top, featuring multiple windows and a modern architectural design.

7. Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 2.8 km from Moana
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (514 reviews)
"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."
Australia
Robyn
The price is ￥11,868
￥13,722 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Quest Nelson
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.

8. The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson
5.0 star property
The Wood, 2.9 km from Moana
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (751 reviews)
"good location, helpful staff. Great place to stay"
Australia
Suzannah
The price is ￥14,350
￥16,629 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
The Sails Nelson
A modern hotel room with a large central dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

9. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 2.2 km from Moana
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (629 reviews)
"Couldn't fault this place at all. Clean, quiet, lovely helpful staff, nice amenities. Definitely stay here again."
Australia
Glennis
The price is ￥12,016
￥13,818 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Palazzo Motor Lodge
A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with numerous boats.

10. Harbourside Nelson

Harbourside Nelson
4.0 star property
Port Nelson, 2.8 km from Moana
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (698 reviews)
"Great location, good ammenities including washer&dryer. Helpful staff and almost adjacent to an excellent restaurant and bar."
Australia
Barry
The price is ￥11,575
￥13,462 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Harbourside Nelson
An aerial view of a swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a brick patio and palm trees.

11. Palms Motel

Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 2.5 km from Moana
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (331 reviews)
"Great service, great motel. An excellent location."
Australia
Michael
The price is ￥11,682
￥13,559 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Palms Motel
A room with a grey sofa, teal chairs, a wooden table, and two pendant lights.

12. Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 1.3 km from Moana
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (277 reviews)
"Convenient to where I needed to go."
Australia
Diane
The price is ￥10,850
￥12,573 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
A modern house with a balcony, large windows, and a dining area.

13. 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, (373 reviews)
"It was quiet and within walking distance of downtown and a few restaurants very friendly place"
United States
Michael Diana
The price is ￥16,155
￥18,578 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Century Park Motor Lodge
A staircase with a geometric stained glass window above, wooden handrails, and potted plants on the right.

14. Admirals Motor Inn

Admirals Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Nelson South, 2.1 km from Moana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (369 reviews)
"Fantastic staff. So friendly. I really enjoy staying here"
Australia
Brendon
The price is ￥10,869
￥12,567 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Admirals Motor Inn
A bedroom with a large bed, a grey sofa, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

15. Amber Court Motel Nelson

Amber Court Motel Nelson
3.0 star property
Tahunanui, 1.6 km from Moana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (294 reviews)
"Friendly staff, Clean and tidy place to stay."
Australia
Atit
The price is ￥11,650
￥13,398 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Amber Court Motel Nelson
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.

16. Arcadia Motel

Arcadia Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 1.4 km from Moana
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (223 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 ￥11,157
￥12,919 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Arcadia Motel
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden dining table, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

17. Greens Motel

Greens Motel
3.5 star property
Annesbrook, 2.1 km from Moana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (243 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Mark
The price is ￥12,933
￥14,873 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Greens Motel
A brick building with a tiled roof, a pond, and a wooden dock.

18. Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
3.5 star property
4.1 km from Moana
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (911 reviews)
"Lovely character and perfectly serviceable in Monaco"
Australia
Thomas
The price is ￥14,293
￥16,437 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
A hotel named Saxton Lodge with a sign indicating directions to Saxton Field Sports Complex.

19. Saxton Lodge

Saxton Lodge
5.0 star property
Stoke, 6 km from Moana
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (448 reviews)
"Great place to stay and the food at restaurant is fantastic"
Australia
Jo-Anne
The price is ￥14,660
￥16,859 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Saxton Lodge
A balcony with a table set for breakfast, including croissants, a bottle, and a tray with a drink.

20. 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, (462 reviews)
"Very clean, helpful staff, close to town, everything you need"
Australia
Sandra
The price is ￥18,450
￥21,217 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
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Where to stay in Moana

Find the best Moana areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a view of the ocean and mountains in the background.

Nelson City Centre

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

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 coastal landscape with prominent rock formations and calm sea.

Stoke

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

A beach with kites flying in the sky, mountains in the background, and a clear sky.

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.

A white concrete structure with a triangular shape, attached to a metal pole.
Photo by Mark Wilkinson
Open Photo by Mark Wilkinson

Maitai

While visiting Maitai, you might make a stop by sights like Centre of New Zealand Monument and Waahi Taakaro Golf Club.

Top Moana Hotel Reviews

Harbourside Nelson

Harbourside Nelson

8/10 Good
"Great location, good ammenities including washer&dryer. Helpful staff and almost adjacent to an excellent restaurant and bar."
Barry 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Harbourside Nelson

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, Bayview Bungalow - Nelson Holiday Home is one of the top choices based on our traveler data. Another good choice for your stay in the neighborhood is A stunning home with views that have to be seen to be believed.
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 11 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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