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Our top choices for Nelson motels

A reception area with a counter, seating, and a sign welcoming guests to breakfast.

1. The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (692 reviews)
"Parking was about the only thing i can say was good …"
Australia
Anna
The price is ￥10,480
￥12,329 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
The Beachcomber Hotel
A balcony with a table set for breakfast, including croissants, a bottle, and a tray with a drink.

2. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (462 reviews)
"Very clean, helpful staff, close to town, everything you need"
Australia
Sandra
The price is ￥18,401
￥21,161 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge 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.

3. Arcadia Motel

Arcadia Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
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 ￥10,659
￥12,416 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Arcadia Motel
An aerial view of a swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a brick patio and palm trees.

4. Palms Motel

Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (331 reviews)
"Great service, great motel. An excellent location."
Australia
Michael
The price is ￥12,216
￥14,203 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Palms Motel
A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a stove, and a refrigerator. There is a bar stool and a couch in the living area.

5. Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
4.0 star property
Tahunanui
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (206 reviews)
"Perfect"
Australia
Nisha
The price is ￥8,344
￥9,676 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a clock, and artwork on the walls.

6. Tudor Lodge Motel

Tudor Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (225 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 ￥10,981
￥12,715 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Tudor Lodge Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of a car and a fence.

7. Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only

Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
3.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (180 reviews)
"Great place"
New Zealand
Jodi
The price is ￥11,281
￥13,081 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a door.

8. Riverlodge Nelson

Riverlodge Nelson
3.0 star property
The Wood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (148 reviews)
"Good location very reasonable prices "
Australia
Michael
The price is ￥10,244
￥11,796 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Riverlodge Nelson
A hotel room with two beds, a small kitchenette, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

9. 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 ￥10,914
￥12,627 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Bella Vista Motel Nelson
A motel with a two-story structure, a driveway leading to the entrance, and a parking area.

10. Arrow Motel Apartments

Arrow Motel Apartments
3.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (129 reviews)
"Great stay. Recommended."
Australia
John
The price is ￥11,053
￥12,749 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Arrow Motel Apartments
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden dining table, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

11. Greens Motel

Greens Motel
3.5 star property
Annesbrook
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (243 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Mark
The price is ￥12,899
￥14,834 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Greens Motel
A hotel named Saxton Lodge with a sign indicating directions to Saxton Field Sports Complex.

12. Saxton Lodge

Saxton Lodge
5.0 star property
Stoke
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 ￥15,685
￥18,038 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Saxton Lodge
A view of a building's entrance with a sign indicating room availability and a parking area with potted plants and a tree.

13. 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 ￥11,173
￥12,849 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Abelia Motor Lodge
A multi-story hotel with a yellow facade and red-tiled roofs.

14. Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge

Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
2.5 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (89 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 ￥10,788
￥12,406 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
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
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (294 reviews)
"Friendly staff, Clean and tidy place to stay."
Australia
Atit
The price is ￥11,558
￥13,292 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Amber Court Motel Nelson
A hotel room with a bed, a glass table, a blue sofa, and a view of the outdoors.

16. Balmoral Motel

Balmoral Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (199 reviews)
"Staff were lovely and helpful, rooms clean and a good size for a family. Short walk to a number of eateries. Laundry available. If you're lucky you'll meet the very smoochy motel cat."
Australia
Christina
The price is ￥8,648
￥9,960 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Balmoral Motel
A modern hotel with a two-story structure, large windows, and a parking area.

17. Gladstone Motel Nelson

Gladstone Motel Nelson
4.5 star property
Richmond
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (120 reviews)
"Great property close to shops if needed. Clean and comfortable rooms."
Australia
Lauren
The price is ￥16,827
￥19,377 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Gladstone Motel Nelson
A modern, single-story mobile home with a covered patio area, two chairs, and a small table.

18. Richmond Motel & Holiday Park

Richmond Motel & Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Richmond
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (288 reviews)
"Couldn't fault the place "
Australia
Mike
The price is ￥7,994
￥9,312 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Richmond Motel & Holiday Park
A room with a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a pool, a green lawn, and mountains in the background.

19. 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 ￥15,557
￥17,891 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Parkside Motel
A beach with clear turquoise water, sandy shore, and rocky outcrops.

20. ASURE Nautilus Lodge Motel

ASURE Nautilus Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Motueka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (193 reviews)
"Yes good parking and very accessable"
Australia
ATHOL
The price is ￥15,720
￥18,078 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
ASURE Nautilus Lodge Motel
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Top Nelson Hotel Reviews

Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Palazzo is located centrally and within walking distance to the downtown. Our room was neat and tidy and staff were friendly and helpful."
David 3-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Palazzo Motor Lodge

Find out more about Nelson

Nelson Motels information

Number of reviews
3,521
Accommodation
30 Motels
Lowest Price
￥9,312
Highest Price
￥21,161

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 270 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. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a kitchenette. Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Saxton Lodge: Free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Balmoral Motel: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, 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 Centre of New Zealand Monument.
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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