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Just 350 metres from Nelson's CBD and award-winning cafes, restaurants and shops, Palazzo Motor Lodge offers accommodation with air-conditioning and double glazing in all apartments. The self-catering apartments also include free unlimited WiFi, and a Smart TV.

Clean, modern, very comfortable, quiet, and friendly staff who went out of their way to make our stay as easy as possible after our plane was delayed and we arrived late.

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9.3
Superb
1,051 reviews
Price from
£84
per night

The Sails offers luxurious 5-star accommodation with free Ultra Fast WIFI, floor-to-ceiling windows and a private balcony or patio. Guests enjoy free bicycle rental and free on-site parking.

The modern accommodation offers a lounge area with a 65 inch LED 4K TV. Each includes a fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel benches. Some accommodation also offers a spa bath.

Very nice and modern hotel. The owner is very friendly and helpful. Not far away from the restaurants. A good place to stay in.

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9.4
Superb
587 reviews
Price from
£89
per night

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

The motel also offers a guest laundry and luggage storage facilities. Free parking is available on site.

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!

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9.1
Superb
732 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

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.

The studios and apartments at Arcadia Motel Nelson feature a DVD player, a flat-screen TV with over 50 satellite channels, and a tea/coffee maker. Some rooms offer a private spa bath.

very comfortable and spacious. Andy was very helpful with suggestions for things to do in the area

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9
Superb
528 reviews
Price from
£77
per night

Century Park offers 5-star Accommodation in Nelson, just a 5-minute flat walk from award-winning restaurants and bars and Nelson's CBD. All apartments offer free high-speed unlimited WiFi, free parking for every unit, fully equipped kitchenettes, and Italian-tiled private bathrooms.

Amazing, Tina the staff member was great, everything was up to standard, she was extremely helpful.

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9.3
Superb
298 reviews
Price from
£92
per night

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge offers luxuriously appointed rooms with free unlimited Wi-Fi, just 5 minutes' walk from the centre of Nelson. All rooms have a kitchenette and a flat-screen TV with 50 satellite channels.

Friendly welcome, well furnished units, good shower and a comfortable bed. Extremely clean.

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9.1
Superb
789 reviews
Price from
£82
per night

Waimarie on Riverside Motel & Apartments is set in the heart of the Nelson city centre, 500 metres from Trafalgar Park. Free WiFi is provided and free private parking is available on site.

Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson is 700 metres from Waimarie on Riverside Motel & Apartments, while Tahunanui Beach is 4.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Nelson Airport, 6 km from the property.

Spacious suite with amazing views. Very convenient to Intercity bus station. Lovely, helpful staff.

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8.5
Very good
672 reviews
Price from
£76
per night

Situated 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. This 4-star motel offers complimentary secure luggage and bike storage.

Very spacious and clean....short walk into town

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8.2
Very good
623 reviews
Price from
£86
per night

Located in Nelson, 600 metres from Trafalgar Park, Riverlodge Motel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking and a garden. With free WiFi, this 4-star motel offers luggage storage space. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a mountain view.

We were given a free upgrade to an access room on the ground floor. Huge rooms and very well appointed. Bathroom had spa bath. Kitchen had everything and a full sized fridge. Beds were super comfy and I even liked the pillows :) Great location for walking along the river or up to the "Centre of NZ" as well as several other walks. 5 minutes to Countdown. Didn't actually walk into the city centre, but I know it was close as was the Suter Gallery and Queens Gardens. Fabulous hotel, great location.

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8.2
Very good
441 reviews
Price from
£62
per night

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

A hidden gem, in a quiet corner but right next to a beautiful marina and great restaurant

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8.4
Very good
622 reviews
Price from
£87
per night

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  • Beaches Nelson
    Budget options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 734 reviews

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

    Everything, lady was really lovely. And accomodating

  • Arcadia Motel
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 528 reviews

    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.

    Very nice spot. Close to a few shops and to the beach.

  • Waimarie on Riverside Motel & Apartments
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 672 reviews

    Waimarie on Riverside Motel & Apartments is set in the heart of the Nelson city centre, 500 metres from Trafalgar Park. Free WiFi is provided and free private parking is available on site.

    Pleasant location. Could walk everywhere I wanted to go.

  • Riverlodge Motel
    Budget options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 442 reviews

    Located in Nelson, 600 metres from Trafalgar Park, Riverlodge Motel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking and a garden.

    Well equipped and comfortable. Excellent location.

  • Apex Motorlodge
    Budget options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 366 reviews

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

    Great location. Friendly staff and excellent room

  • Tudor Lodge Motel
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 903 reviews

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

    Room was specious. Host Sean was very accommodative.

  • Bella Vista Motel Nelson
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 463 reviews

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

    Spotless. Great value for money and friendly manage

  • Arrow Motel Apartments
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 213 reviews

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

    Very clean and comfortable! Would definitely stay again!

Great access to the city centre! Check these motels in Nelson

  • The Sails Nelson
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 587 reviews

    The Sails offers luxurious 5-star accommodation with free Ultra Fast WIFI, floor-to-ceiling windows and a private balcony or patio. Guests enjoy free bicycle rental and free on-site parking.

    A very nice clean and comfortable and relaxing stay

  • Palazzo Motor Lodge
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,052 reviews

    Just 350 metres from Nelson's CBD and award-winning cafes, restaurants and shops, Palazzo Motor Lodge offers accommodation with air-conditioning and double glazing in all apartments.

    Clean + good amenities + great location and friendly staff

  • Century Park
    Central location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 298 reviews

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

    Everything very impressed with facilities and staff.

  • Chelsea Park Motor Lodge
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 792 reviews

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

    Everything was awesome including the friendly owners

  • Palms Motel
    Central location
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 430 reviews

    Located in the centre of Nelson only 100 metres from the main shopping area, Palms Motel offers self-contained apartments with full kitchen facilities. It also has an outdoor heated swimming pool.

    Loved the spa bath, my boys were in there for hours.

  • Cedar Grove Motor Lodge
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 315 reviews

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

    Lovely rooms. Nice and tidy. Really close to town.

  • Boutique Motel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 409 reviews

    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.

    Comfortable and very clean and the service was excellent

  • Saxton Lodge Motel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 352 reviews

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

    Super friendly and helpful staff, food was amazing

  • ASURE Fountain Resort Motel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 318 reviews

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

    So clean and tidy. Staff friendly. Highly recommended.

  • Admirals Motor Inn
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 871 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.

    Exceptional service and very friendly and helpful host

  • Greens Motel
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 490 reviews

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

    Very clean and tidy. Staff were awesome and great location

  • Harbourside Lodge
    Central location
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 622 reviews

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

    Great views, friendly staff and such a clean tidy room

  • Amber Court Motel Nelson
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 773 reviews

    Where's the best motel near Nelson Airport? Just 5 minutes' drive from Tahunanui Beach and Nelson Airport, Amber Court Motel Nelson offers ground floor accommodations offering a 42-inch flat-screen TV...

    location in right spot for me.. breeky porridge lol

  • Kings Gate Motel
    Central location
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 623 reviews

    Situated 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.

    Great location. Friendly staff. Clean and comfortable

  • Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 48 reviews

    Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge is situated in Tahunanui, just 600 metres from the beach. It offers studios and suites with free WiFi.

    Good location, room cleaned daily with fresh towels

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Motels that guests love in Nelson

  • Avg. price/night: £107.70
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 587 reviews
    This was more a luxury apartment than a motel. Absolutely immaculate and is ideally placed for a wonder into town. Staff could not be more helpful
    andrew
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £77.20
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 773 reviews
    Great motel Central to Nelson Stoke and Richmond
    Bryan
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £71.48
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 903 reviews
    The staff was very friendly and helpful. The apartment was quite large with a table for eating and writing and an extra comfortable chair. The motel is quaint. The apartments look like half-timbered houses. Probably the reason for the reference to Tudors in its name.
    Antonius
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £62.48
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 442 reviews
    We received really lovely customer service from Yuki - thank you. Comfy bed, super clean and cosy - a great place to stay and the undercover parking was appreciated. We felt very welcome on our short stay at Riverlodge Motel.
    Gay
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £92.93
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,663 reviews
    Awesome unit and motel. Loved the warm pool.
    Michael D
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £87.28
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 792 reviews
    Best Motor lodge we have stayed at. Not only was it quiet which is something a lot of motor lodges fail to be. But it also had the best coffee I’ve managed to find since we started travelling from Auckland. The spar bath was just brilliant. Had a few such spar baths over the previous 3 weeks and this was hands down the best. Parking was good. Distance to centre and shops was a short walk. Staff were great. Very much worth staying here. Just make sure you get the spar bath room :)
    Montin99
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £109.61
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 430 reviews
    The staff were amazing and so accommodating Even changed our Australian money for New Zealand dollars. Location is perfect and when I go back to Nelson I wouldn’t stay anywhere else! Thanks for everything Palms Motel Cheers Joanne and Michael King
    Joanne
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £62.48
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 442 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.
    Geraint
    Young couple
  • 4.9
    Scored 4.9
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 295 reviews
    The location of Mid City Motor Lodge was just perfect for us. Having a room with a kitchenette. Cost affordable. We could see our vehicle was in a free parking space at all times. Location of the room we paid for, was in a good position as we could see the flea market. Even though its structural building is in the mid city. There was no noise, which I thoroughly enjoyed.
    Koro
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £92.93
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,663 reviews
    Room was nice, tidy and quiet. Free parking on the road and super close to town. Shower was pretty good.
    Andrew
    Solo traveller

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