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Twin/Triple Studio | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

1. Bella Vista Motel Nelson

Bella Vista Motel Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 0.9 km from Wakatu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (211 reviews)
"nice smokers/vapers area as long as not raining."
Australia
Denise
The price is ￥11,959
￥13,815 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Bella Vista Motel Nelson
Reception

2. The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 1.9 km from Wakatu
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 ￥10,463
￥12,226 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
The Beachcomber Hotel
Front of property

3. Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge

Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
2.5 star property
Tahunanui, 1.4 km from Wakatu
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 ￥10,188
￥11,716 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
View from property

4. Abelia Motor Lodge

Abelia Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 1.2 km from Wakatu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (91 reviews)
"helpful staff - good basic room,"
New Zealand
Phil
The price is ￥12,164
￥13,988 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Abelia Motor Lodge
Beach nearby, beach towels, rowing

5. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 1.6 km from Wakatu
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 ￥14,045
￥16,200 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Beaches Nelson
Family Unit 1 | Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

6. Tudor Lodge Motel

Tudor Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 1.6 km from Wakatu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (223 reviews)
"Shops nearby, cean room, and beach within walking distance. Excellent stay"
Australia
Craig
The price is ￥10,858
￥12,572 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Tudor Lodge Motel
Kitchen Studio | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

7. Amber Court Motel Nelson

Amber Court Motel Nelson
3.0 star property
Tahunanui, 0.9 km from Wakatu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (292 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff"
Australia
Kevin
The price is ￥11,266
￥12,956 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Amber Court Motel Nelson
Front of property - evening/night

8. Arrow Motel Apartments

Arrow Motel Apartments
3.0 star property
Tahunanui, 1.8 km from Wakatu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (127 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Stephen
The price is ￥10,286
￥11,829 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Arrow Motel Apartments
Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils

9. Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 1.7 km from Wakatu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (199 reviews)
"Very comfortable place to stay. Handy to everything."
Australia
Shayne
The price is ￥8,623
￥9,957 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
Studio (2 Guests) | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, electric kettle

10. Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only

Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
3.0 star property
Tahunanui, 1.8 km from Wakatu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (179 reviews)
"Great place"
New Zealand
Jodi
The price is ￥10,841
￥12,553 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
Studio (Super King) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

11. Arcadia Motel

Arcadia Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 1.7 km from Wakatu
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 ￥10,470
￥12,123 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Arcadia Motel
Terrace/patio

12. Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park

Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Nelson South, 2 km from Wakatu
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 ￥8,515
￥10,072 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
Classic Two Bedroom Motel Sleeps 5 | Living area | Books

13. Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 1.9 km from Wakatu
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 ￥11,490
￥13,214 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
Two Bedroom Apartrment | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

14. Greens Motel

Greens Motel
3.5 star property
Annesbrook, 1.7 km from Wakatu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (242 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Mark
The price is ￥15,430
￥17,744 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Greens Motel
Superior Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

15. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South, 2.9 km from Wakatu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Love staying here for work trips"
Australia
Tiffany
The price is ￥9,373
￥10,953 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
The Hotel Nelson
King Studio | View from room

16. Balmoral Motel

Balmoral Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 1.6 km from Wakatu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (196 reviews)
"Great location, very clean and comfortable beds. We had a great stay"
Australia
Casey
The price is ￥6,969
￥8,038 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Balmoral Motel
Aerial view

17. Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
3.5 star property
2.8 km from Wakatu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (904 reviews)
" Classy English style property with nice restaurants close by"
New Zealand
David
The price is ￥11,766
￥13,531 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
Exterior

18. Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
The Wood, 4.2 km from Wakatu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Pleasant stay and great location."
Australia
Nicholas
The price is ￥9,715
￥11,172 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Tides Hotel
Executive Studio | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

19. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 3.4 km from Wakatu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (615 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay lovely clean unit , great location,will be back"
Australia
Murray
The price is ￥10,409
￥12,006 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Palazzo Motor Lodge
Balcony view

20. Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 3.3 km from Wakatu
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 ￥10,867
￥12,497 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Century Park Motor Lodge
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Where to stay in Wakatu

Find the best Wakatu 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 Wakatu Hotel Reviews

The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson

10/10 Excellent
"The breakfast was excellent"
Andrew 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
The Hotel Nelson

Frequently asked questions

What is Wakatu like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Nelson's Wakatu neighborhood has to offer.
What's the best accommodation in Wakatu?
For your stay in Wakatu, Elegant Villa Nestled In The Trees is one of the top choices based on our traveler data.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Wakatu, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Wakatu.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Wakatu?
For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Wakatu, 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 Wakatu include World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars, Burrell Park, and Nelson Golf Club. While you're out sightseeing, Paddy's Knob Reserve and Isel Park are a couple of additional sights to visit in Nelson.

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