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Our top choices for Top of the South 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
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Friendly team, great service, and a hassle-free stay every time. Definitely my go-to place in town."
Australia
Diane
The price is ļæ„10,145
ļæ„11,667 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
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
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,434 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Convenient location to town"
New Zealand
Nathan
The price is ļæ„10,535
ļæ„12,115 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
A building with the sign "QUEST" at the top, featuring multiple windows and a modern architectural design.

3. Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (517 reviews)
"Great staff."
Australia
Angela
The price is ļæ„11,574
ļæ„13,310 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Quest 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.

4. 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 ļæ„11,505
ļæ„13,284 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Arcadia Motel
A modern hotel room with a large central dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

5. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (632 reviews)
"Couldn't fault this place at all. Clean, quiet, lovely helpful staff, nice amenities. Definitely stay here again."
Australia
Glennis
The price is ļæ„11,063
ļæ„12,722 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Palazzo Motor Lodge
A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.

6. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (999 reviews)
"Great locale"
Australia
Ray
The price is ļæ„10,088
ļæ„11,715 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
The Hotel Nelson
A table with a bottle of champagne, glasses, crackers, cheese, and grapes on a balcony overlooking a marina with boats.

7. Harbourside Nelson

Harbourside Nelson
4.0 star property
Port Nelson
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (702 reviews)
"Great location, good ammenities including washer&dryer. Helpful staff and almost adjacent to an excellent restaurant and bar."
Australia
Barry
The price is ļæ„11,611
ļæ„13,353 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Harbourside Nelson
A hotel room with a large bed, two black pillows, a wooden headboard, and two wall-mounted lights.

8. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (252 reviews)
"Good location for our trip. Nice and clean room. Reception staff very helpful."
Australia
Nicole
The price is ļæ„13,730
ļæ„15,790 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Beaches Nelson
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden dining table, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

9. 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 ļæ„14,291
ļæ„16,478 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Greens Motel
A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

10. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson
4.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (645 reviews)
"Easy location parking and food onsite"
New Zealand
Jason
The price is ļæ„19,086
ļæ„22,037 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Rutherford Hotel 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.

11. The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson
5.0 star property
The Wood
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (753 reviews)
"Very modern, clean room. Staff very helpful and friendly on checkin. Excellent kitchen facilities and extras"
Australia
Lynne
The price is ļæ„16,771
ļæ„19,287 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
The Sails Nelson
A modern fireplace with a glass front, displaying burning logs.

12. Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (374 reviews)
"It was quiet and within walking distance of downtown and a few restaurants very friendly place"
United States
Michael Diana
The price is ļæ„16,134
ļæ„18,554 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Century Park Motor Lodge
An aerial view of a swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a brick patio and palm trees.

13. 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 ļæ„13,889
ļæ„15,972 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Palms Motel
Courtyard view

14. 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 ļæ„11,745
ļæ„13,543 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
A large, two-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

15. Admirals Motor Inn

Admirals Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (370 reviews)
"Great value with everything you need. Love the separate kitchen! Great service from Fraser. Friendly and helpful staff."
Australia
Susan
The price is ļæ„11,847
ļæ„13,624 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Admirals Motor Inn
A modern hotel with a two-story structure, large windows, and a parking area.

16. 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 ļæ„16,296
ļæ„18,842 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Gladstone Motel Nelson
A hotel named Saxton Lodge with a sign indicating directions to Saxton Field Sports Complex.

17. Saxton Lodge

Saxton Lodge
5.0 star property
Stoke
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (449 reviews)
"Great place to stay and the food at restaurant is fantastic"
Australia
Jo-Anne
The price is ļæ„14,066
ļæ„16,176 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Saxton Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a small kitchenette, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

18. 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 ļæ„11,739
ļæ„13,500 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Bella Vista Motel Nelson
A motel with a two-story structure, a driveway leading to the entrance, and a parking area.

19. Arrow Motel Apartments

Arrow Motel Apartments
3.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (129 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Stephen
The price is ļæ„9,722
ļæ„11,180 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Arrow Motel Apartments
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a clock, and artwork on the walls.

20. Tudor Lodge Motel

Tudor Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (228 reviews)
"Lovely clean and spacious room, comfy bed and all the key amenities on the room and kitchen. The owner was super friendly and helpful, would recommend to friends and family"
Australia
Natasha
The price is ļæ„10,417
ļæ„11,979 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Tudor Lodge Motel
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Vacation Rentals in Top of the South

Aparthotel
A building with the sign "QUEST" at the top, featuring multiple windows and a modern architectural design.
Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (517 reviews)
"Great staff."
Quest Nelson
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Hotels recommended for families in Top of the South

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

Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
The Wood
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003)
The price is ļæ„10,145
ļæ„11,667 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Tides Hotel
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Picton Harbour

9.2/10 (1,010 reviews)
Visit a floating maritime museum, board a chartered fishing boat and relax beneath the tall palms that line one of New Zealandā€™s most important harbours.
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A marina with various boats docked, surrounded by hills and a clear sky.

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Picton Beachcomber Inn

Picton Beachcomber Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great friendly staff, clean comfortable rooms."
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Picton Beachcomber Inn

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Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

3a Nelson Square Picton
The price is ļæ„4,488 per night from Oct 31 to Nov 1
ļæ„4,488
ļæ„5,204 total
Oct 31 - Nov 1
includes taxes & fees
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