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Saxton Lodge

Stoke, Nelson

Saxton Lodge is centrally located between Richmond and Stoke, New Zealand, directly opposite Saxton Field.

K
Kenny Pollock
From
New Zealand
Large rooms with french doors too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 244 reviews
Price from
$114.64
1 night, 2 adults

The Sails Nelson

Nelson

The Sails offers luxurious 5-star accommodations with free Ultra Fast WIFI, floor-to-ceiling windows and a private balcony or patio. Free on-site parking.

K
Kathy
From
Australia
The apartment was fabulous, very beach like vibes with beautiful breeze coming in through the balcony / outdoor area into the room. Extremely clean and spacious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 652 reviews
Price from
$120.13
1 night, 2 adults

Beaches Nelson

Nelson

Just 5 minutes’ walk from Tahunanui Beach, Beaches Nelson offers self-contained accommodations with a private balcony or patio. It features a barbecue area, free bicycle rental and free WiFi.

H
Harshana
From
Sri Lanka
Everything about this hotel is excellent. The owner of this property is at the reception and is a super friendly and helpful lad. We had reserved 1 one-bedroom apartment and 2 studio units and the owner was kind enough to upgrade all of our rooms to one-bedroom units free of charge. Highly recommended place of stay in Nelson!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 830 reviews
Price from
$110.12
1 night, 2 adults

Palazzo Motor Lodge

Nelson

Just 1148 feet from Nelson's CBD and award-winning cafes, restaurants and shops, Palazzo Motor Lodge offers accommodations with air-conditioning and double glazing in all apartments.

I
Isabel
From
Switzerland
The facilities and rooms were excellent, and the bed very comfi and spacious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 986 reviews
Price from
$115.01
1 night, 2 adults

Palms Motel

Nelson

Located in the center of Nelson only 328 feet from the main shopping area, Palms Motel offers self-contained apartments with full kitchen facilities. It also has an outdoor heated swimming pool.

L
Lesley
From
United States
The location is a short walk from the town center, and convenient for our day trip to Abel Tasman National Park. The room was comfortable, clean and roomy with a nice outdoor seating area. Check-in and out communication was clear and the staff were friendly. Parking was convenient.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 699 reviews
Price from
$116.20
1 night, 2 adults

Arcadia Motel

Tahunanui, Nelson

Arcadia Motel is situated just 3 minutes’ walk from Tahunanui Beach. It has a solar-heated swimming pool and rooms with well-equipped kitchens. WiFi access is free.

C
Cam
From
Canada
Location was great with the beach and restaurants in walking distance. Also the owner gave us great suggestions for things to do in the area!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 527 reviews
Price from
$78.66
1 night, 2 adults

Century Park

Nelson

Century Park offers 5-star Accommodations in Nelson, just a 5-minute flat walk from award-winning restaurants and bars and Nelson's CBD.

M
Murray
From
Australia
Stacie was so helpful. We dropped off our suitcases and left a few items in the room fridge around 10 on the day of arrival. She then gave us suggestions on how to spend the day around Upper Moutere.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 339 reviews
Price from
$131.69
1 night, 2 adults

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge

Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge offers luxuriously appointed rooms with free unlimited Wi-Fi, just 5 minutes' walk from the center of Nelson.

M
Maarten
From
Netherlands
Was met with a very friendly owner when we arrived. Great that he has the facilities for - and offers - complimentary charging your car. My rental did not have the type 2 charging cable on board, so he provided us with one. The room was large, clean and comfy, beds also very nice. The motel is easy to be reached. Recommended, for sure.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 820 reviews
Price from
$100.54
1 night, 2 adults

Cedar Grove Motor Lodge

Nelson

Cedar Grove Motor Lodge offers modern accommodations in the center of Nelson. Rooms at Cedar Grove feature flat-screen TV’s with satellite channels.

A
Aorangi
From
New Zealand
I arrived much later to check in than expected and they were incredibly accommodating and super friendly! When I finally arrived, she had closed curtains, heater was on and room was warm. Location was perfect! I will most definitely stay here again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 334 reviews
Price from
$115.01
1 night, 2 adults

Boutique Motel

Stoke, Nelson

Keep it simple with our classic studio, relax and unwind in the spa studio, feel at home in our garden studio or bring the family and stay in the king studios.

C
Chamley
From
New Zealand
Super comfortable bed and a proper feather blanket for a great sleep. Kitchen had everything I needed and the set up with bench seat & stool made it easy to work from. Shower has excellent water pressure which is a real bonus. The host was friendly and helpful (especially when I accidentally locked my key in) and I'd recommend to anyone.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 558 reviews
Price from
$90.46
1 night, 2 adults
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Both travelers on the road and on a budget rely on motels for convenient stops with reasonable rates. Direct access to parking makes a motel an easy place to catch some sleep after a day of driving. The relatively smaller size of this accommodation type can also help make check-in quick and easy.

Most booked motels in Nelson and surrounding area in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking motels in Nelson

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 486 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking motels in Nelson

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 699 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking motels in Nelson

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 652 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking motels in Nelson

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 788 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking motels in Nelson

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,077 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking motels in Nelson

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,130 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking motels in Nelson

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 766 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking motels in Nelson

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 608 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking motels in Nelson

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 987 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking motels in Nelson

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews

Save money on motels in Nelson and nearby – budget options available

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 788 reviews

    Waimarie on Riverside Motel & Apartments is set in the heart of the Nelson city center, 1640 feet from Trafalgar Park. Free WiFi is provided and free private parking is available on site.

    From $107.26 per night
  • Kings Gate Motel

    Nelson
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 608 reviews

    Located in central Nelson, opposite Trafalgar Park, Kings Gate Motel has free WiFi, a seasonal outdoor heated swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities.

    From $80.45 per night
  • Admirals Motor Inn

    Nelson
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,077 reviews

    Admirals Motor Inn offers self-contained units with kitchen facilities, private bathroom and spacious lounge area with satellite TV and free WiFi. Guests have access to a shared laundry.

    From $113.96 per night
  • Apex Motorlodge

    Tahunanui, Nelson
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 422 reviews

    Located 5 minutes' walk to the beautiful Tahunanui beach and 8 minute' drive to central Nelson, Apex Motorlodge offers an outdoor swimming pool.

    From $92.56 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews

    Castles Motel & Driftwood Motel consists of Castles Units and Garden Units. It offers self-contained accommodations with a flat-screen TV and unlimited free WiFi access.

    From $61.29 per night
  • Tudor Lodge Motel

    Tahunanui, Nelson
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 971 reviews

    Offering accommodations with a private courtyard for each unit, Tudor Lodge is just 7 minutes’ drive from Nelson Airport and the bus terminal.

    From $89.39 per night
  • Abelia Motor Lodge

    Nelson
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

    Located in Nelson, within a 14-minute walk of Tahunanui Beach and 3.2 miles of Trafalgar Park, Abelia Motor Lodge has accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

    From $95.34 per night
  • Balmoral Motel

    Tahunanui, Nelson
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews

    Just 1640 feet from Tahunanui Beach, Balmoral Motel features a solar-heated outdoor pool and self-contained accommodations with free Wi-Fi and satellite TV. Free parking is available on site.

    From $101.15 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Nelson and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

    Just 10 minutes’ walk from Tahunanui Beach, this motel features free Wi-Fi. All accommodations offers a balcony or patio.

Great access to the city center. Check these motels in Nelson and nearby

  • Riverlodge Motel

    Nelson
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 766 reviews

    Located in Nelson, a 6-minute walk from Trafalgar Park, Riverlodge Motel provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking and a garden.

    From $155.68 per night
  • Harbourside Lodge

    Nelson
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 572 reviews

    Located on the Port Nelson Marina, Harborside Lodge guests enjoy free WiFi and free parking.All accommodations features Smart TV with free Netflix and free spark sport.Some rooms have a balcony or sea...

    From $150.17 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

    Location - Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge is ideally located just 1969 feet from Tahunanui Beach as well as the Food & Beverage hub of Tahunanui.

    From $119.92 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 456 reviews

    Bella Vista Nelson offers self-contained accommodations with satellite TV, only a 5-minute drive from Tahunanui Beach.

    From $148.49 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews

    Just 5 minutes' walk from the popular Tahunanui Beach, Arrow Motel Apartments features modern accommodations with free WiFi, cooking facilities and cable TV.

    From $99.52 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,130 reviews

    Featuring barbecue facilities, Amber Court Motel Nelson offers rooms in Nelson, 1.1 miles from Tahunanui Beach and 3.6 miles from Christ Church Cathedral.

    From $98.32 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 374 reviews

    Located only 5 minutes’ walk from Tahunanui Beach, ASURE Fountain Resort Motel offers a large swimming pool and barbecue area. Guests enjoy free WiFi.

    From $123.35 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 486 reviews

    Centrally located between Nelson and Richmond, Greens Motel offers self-contained studios and apartments with kitchenette facilities and a patio or balcony.

    From $110.24 per night

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Motels that guests love in Nelson

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  • Avg. price/night: $98.32
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,130 reviews
    Was a lovely comfortable motel and great rates!! The rooms were very decently sized
    Guest review by
    Sarah
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $95.25
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 558 reviews
    Location was excellent. We brought our own breakfast. Motel was very clean an cosy and close to where we wanted to go . Owners/staff friendly and personable. They were happy to let use keep the car in their car park while we attended our seminar.
    Guest review by
    Bill and Jenny
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $92.56
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 422 reviews
    Beautiful motel clean modern and warm with very comfortable beds. great location with everything you need near by. Restaurants, bakery, bottle store, petrol station and beach all in walking distance. The hosts are very accommodating, a lovely friendly couple.
    Guest review by
    Kelly
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $139.49
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 830 reviews
    Lovely motel, close to the Beach, clean, comfortable and very nice staff
    Guest review by
    Tracey
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $155.68
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 766 reviews
    Loved the affordable price. Location was great. Nice walks right next to the motel.
    Guest review by
    True
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $107.26
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 788 reviews
    Very clean and spacious motel room. Located right in the middle of Nelsom. Very friendly host. We had very good night sleep there. spacious bathroom
    Guest review by
    Paravit
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $155.68
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 766 reviews
    Yuki is easy to deal with, the location of the motel is opposite to the river. Our parking is a little bit small but really appreciate the free parking provided by the motel.
    Guest review by
    Teh Azilah
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $155.68
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 766 reviews
    Riverlodge motel is situated just a few minutes walk from Nelson town centre. The room was sizable and on the first floor which meant some heavy lifting of luggage. There were a few cars in the car park already so we decided to leave the car on the road outside. We had a meal in the town so other than tea and breakfast didn’t make extensive use of the facilities which were more than adequate for a one night stay.
    Guest review by
    Geraint
    Young couple