Top of the South

Travel Guide

Top of the South
Picton Harbour featuring a bay or harbor, sailing and a marina
Picton Harbour featuring boating, a bridge and a bay or harbor
Top of the South
Momorangi Bay

Where to stay in Top of the South

Nelson - Tasman

Nelson City Centre

4.5/5(24 area reviews)

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

Nelson City Centre
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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.

Tahunanui
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Waikawa

Travelers like the mountain views in Waikawa, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Waikawa
At the very top of the South Island of New Zealand lies Wharariki Beach, one of the most unspoilt beaches you'll find anywhere in the country and a real highlight on our recent trip up North. If you make a visit to well known Abel Tasman National Park, be sure to go slightly further north and include a stop at this magnificent part of New Zealand - particularly at sunrise or sunset #NZMustDo #NewZealand #Travel #Adventure #Beach #GoldenHour

Stoke

4/5(12 area reviews)

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

Stoke
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Nelson South

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

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.

Nelson South
Quaint B&B with lovely garden. Great location to head to the wineries

Renwick

Wineries, restaurants, and gardens highlight some of the noteworthy features of Renwick. Make a stop by Wairau River or Renwick Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Renwick
The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson

3 out of 5
40 Waimea Road, Nelson
The price is ￥8,088 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
￥8,088
￥9,499 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Stayed here many times and always excellent. Comfy bed, quiet and clean. Shame the restaurant has declined….food not so great now."

Reviewed on Oct 9, 2025

The Hotel Nelson
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3.5 out of 5
25 Waikawa Road, Marlborough, Picton
The price is ￥12,152 per night from Nov 13 to Nov 14
￥12,152
￥13,975 total
Nov 13 - Nov 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Beautiful property situated so close to the ferry. Fantastic staff and good breakfast. Had a very beautiful heated pool."

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025

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Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets, Blenheim
The price is ￥10,610 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
￥10,610
￥12,303 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Blenheim. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Good stay"

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
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Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson

3.5 out of 5
108-110 Collingwood Street, Nelson
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a business center. Popular attractions Nelson Provincial ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (451 reviews)
"Great location and walkable to everything we wanted. Convenient parking out front, and room was comfortable and perfectly appointed for a longer stay. Would definitely book again."

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

Quest Nelson
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

5 out of 5
43-55 Trafalgar Street, Nelson
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,374 reviews)
"Very friendly and attentive staff"

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson

4 out of 5
71 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson
Stay at this 4-star golf aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Paddy's Knob Reserve and Burrell Park ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (218 reviews)
"Not only outstanding rooms, but you can't beat service with a smile!"

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

Beaches Nelson
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Popular places to visit

Can never go wrong with New Zealand. Just a normal picture of boats but the landscape of NZ makes it stunning.

Picton Ferry Terminal

4.5/5(64 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Picton Ferry Terminal. You'll find more to see and do in this quaint area.

Picton Ferry Terminal
Picton Harbour featuring boating, a bridge and a bay or harbor

Picton Harbour

4.5/5(68 reviews)

Visit a floating maritime museum, board a chartered fishing boat and relax beneath the tall palms that line one of New Zealand’s most important harbours.

Picton Harbour
East st cafe & bar. Funky as vegeterian joint under back packers. The plant in corner is a huge basil

Christ Church Cathedral

4.5/5(14 reviews)

After visiting Christ Church Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Christ Church Cathedral

Trafalgar Park

4.5/5(19 reviews)

Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Trafalgar Park

Cloudy Bay Vineyards

4.5/5(16 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Cloudy Bay Vineyards during your travels to Rapaura. While you're here, you can savor the wineries.

Cloudy Bay Vineyards

Nelson Hospital

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Though Nelson Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Nelson while you are here.

Nelson Hospital

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