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Grand Suites Murchison
Hotel in Murchison
Grand Suites Murchison in Murchison has 4-star accommodation with a garden. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.
M
MING
From
ChinaRoom is spacious and clean. Location is good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 545 reviews
Price from
US$152.18
1 night, 2 adults
Pihopa Retreat
Hotel in Nelson
Set in Nelson, 2.8 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Pihopa Retreat offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.
C
Claire
From
New ZealandThe retreat was very well laid out , quiet and many luxuries. Only stayed 1 night so couldn’t make use of the pool. But otherwise the bed was comfortable.
Breakfast amazing especially to have it in a church.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$1,004.94
1 night, 2 adults
The Hotel Nelson
Hotel in Nelson
Situated in Nelson City Centre, The Hotel Nelson is a 4-star Qualmark rated property within walking distance of Nelson Saturday Market, and the main business, shopping and entertainment precinct.
C
Ciara
From
SpainLarge room with all the amenities needed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,829 reviews
Price from
US$67.19
1 night, 2 adults
Tides Hotel
Hotel in Nelson
Tides Hotel is located on the banks of Maitai River, in the centre of Nelson. It features a restaurant, a heated outdoor pool and free WiFi access. On-site parking is available.
A
Annica
From
SwedenThe staff I met in reception and breakfast room were very helpful!
Two problems ,too big bicycle (rented), early departure before breakfast were solved with a smile.
Bicycle swapped within minutes and breakfast in containers by the sweet "breakfast hostess"
Also the reception woman helped me book my transport from Nelson to Kaiteriteri.
Allinall superb staff!
Beautiful river-wiev from balcony.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,179 reviews
Price from
US$111.98
1 night, 2 adults
The Beachcomber Hotel
Hotel in Nelson
Just a short walk away from Tahunanui Beach, The Beachcomber Hotel & Conference Centre offers free Wi-Fi and a solar-heated swimming pool. Nelson Airport is 3 km away.
P
Pokaia
From
AustraliaThe staff were very welcoming 🙏. The room was very clean, The location was perfect, close for activities and yet not noisy when it was bedtime. The beds were supercomfy, and the linen was crisp and clean. They have on-site parking and overall one of the best places we have stayed. In comparison to the motels in Sydney and Perth that we have stayed at, this is definitely the best so far, and the price was definitely great value for money. I already told everyone in my family and we will be booking our next stay there again when we go back to Nelson. Thanks to the team at THE BEACHCOMBER for an awesome hassle free stay. 😁
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,065 reviews
Price from
US$91.88
1 night, 2 adults
Last Resort Karamea
Hotel in Karamea
Last Resort Karamea features a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Karamea. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.
L
Lisa
From
New ZealandThe hosts were very friendly and mixed with all walks of life very easily. The food in the restaurant was beyond our expectations- better than many city restaurants. The room was very comfortable, clean and warm. You can walk to the river from the property and watch all the whitebaiters or talk to the cows. Highly recommended and can’t wait to go back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 770 reviews
Price from
US$57.42
1 night, 2 adults
Karamea Hotel
Hotel in Karamea
Set in Karamea, Karamea Hotel has a garden, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. The hotel features family rooms. At the hotel, each room has a wardrobe and a patio with a garden view.
N
Nick
From
United KingdomEnormous unit! Really friendly! Great facilities.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 263 reviews
Price from
US$78.67
1 night, 2 adults
The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Hotel in Nelson
Situated in Nelson, 8.3 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.
N
Natasha
From
AustraliaBeautiful hotel and surroundings, lovely staff, great restaurant. Would definitely stay again! :D
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 678 reviews
Price from
US$108.53
1 night, 2 adults
Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel
Hotel in Nelson
Centrally located in Nelson, the 4-star Rutherford Hotel is within easy walking distance of the city’s main shopping streets and the landmark cathedral. Guests will enjoy complimentary WiFi.
R
Rami
From
United StatesVery comfortable and spacious rooms.
Excellent location - walking distance to town center, cafes and restaurants.
Very nice and helpful staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 546 reviews
Price from
US$137.25
1 night, 2 adults
Hotel Motueka Backpackers, Loud Live Music Friday Saturday Nights
Hotel in Motueka
Set in Motueka and with Motueka Saltwater Baths reachable within 2.8 km, Hotel Motueka Backpackers, Loud Live Music Friday Saturday Nights offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free...
Y
Yvonne
From
New ZealandLocation and good security for motorbikes. The bed was the most comfortable bed we've ever slept in, in paid accommodation.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Passable - What previous guests thought, 116 reviews
Price from
US$60.01
1 night, 2 adults
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From US$111.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,065 reviews
The staff were very welcoming 🙏. The room was very clean, The location was perfect, close for activities and yet not noisy when it was bedtime. The beds were supercomfy, and the linen was crisp and clean. They have on-site parking and overall one of the best places we have stayed. In comparison to the motels in Sydney and Perth that we have stayed at, this is definitely the best so far, and the price was definitely great value for money. I already told everyone in my family and we will be booking our next stay there again when we go back to Nelson. Thanks to the team at THE BEACHCOMBER for an awesome hassle free stay. 😁
Guest review by
PokaiaAustralia
From US$225.11 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 643 reviews
The place was very clean, well-equipped, and clearly designed with care. The location is great and it’s nice and quiet at night. I booked at 7:30 pm for a 9 pm check-in and only later realized the office closed at 8, so I felt nervous and a bit sorry about the timing. Luckily I got a quick and helpful response which made everything easy. At checkout I met a lovely and friendly staff member who even recognized my room right away. It all made me feel really welcome. Highly recommended!
Guest review by
liuChina
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews
Gorgeous view in a secluded spot. Very close to Abel Tasman for hiking and you can contact the management for a ride to the park so you can hike back to the greenie. The kitchen is well equipped, beds are comfortable and bathroom very clean (a very nice composting toilet setup they've clearly honed in). The outdoor bathtub is a great treat and has hot water. You're a half hour outside Takaka so bring your provisions for the stay and enjoy the view.
Guest review by
KristiUnited States
From US$186.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,179 reviews
The staff I met in reception and breakfast room were very helpful!
Two problems ,too big bicycle (rented), early departure before breakfast were solved with a smile.
Bicycle swapped within minutes and breakfast in containers by the sweet "breakfast hostess"
Also the reception woman helped me book my transport from Nelson to Kaiteriteri.
Allinall superb staff!
Beautiful river-wiev from balcony.
Guest review by
AnnicaSweden
From US$57.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 770 reviews
The hosts were very friendly and mixed with all walks of life very easily. The food in the restaurant was beyond our expectations- better than many city restaurants. The room was very comfortable, clean and warm. You can walk to the river from the property and watch all the whitebaiters or talk to the cows. Highly recommended and can’t wait to go back.
Guest review by
LisaNew Zealand
From US$176.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 990 reviews
Very welcoming and friendly service, with great recommendations for Nelson and the area. Our apartment was comfortable and nicely furnished with everything we needed for our stay. Location is very convenient for sightseeing around Nelson. We were able to walk most everywhere. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Guest review by
MarisaUnited States
From US$68.91 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews
Cabin overlooked the beach and sea which was an amazing view. Very quiet with restaurants a short 3 minute walk away.
Very clean and comfortable. Small, as expected, but most of our time was spent sitting outside watching the sea. Good shower and facilities with a fridge and kettle.
Loved it.
Guest review by
ElaineUnited Kingdom
From US$117.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 249 reviews
Excellent hosts, great local knowledge and advice. Catered enthusiastically for all our hospitality needs. Great food - inhouse Chef. Family hospitality team running the facility consistently and always happy to chat and assist. Rooms appear recently refurbished ... host is an Architect.
Guest review by
JimAustralia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 415 reviews
location perfect as we wanted a beach vibe. - 5 min walk to the beach Having the restaurants and bar downstairs was very convenient. View was lovely looking out to the ocean.
Guest review by
SandraHong Kong
From US$129.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 122 reviews
Honestly the best top 10 we have stayed in. the pool was warm, the movie nights for kids, pizza on site. we loved everything about our stay here and will be back.
Guest review by
MichelleSouth Africa
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 740 reviews
This was one of the nicest places I’ve stayed in. The views from everywhere were just incredible. The facilities were brilliant and if I could live there I would!
Guest review by
CiaraIreland
From US$248.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 546 reviews
Very comfortable and spacious rooms.
Excellent location - walking distance to town center, cafes and restaurants.
Very nice and helpful staff.
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RamiUnited States
From US$180.89 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,751 reviews
The ladies at receptions were absolute queens - lost my speaker and they kept it for us for over two weeks until we were back in town
Guest review by
YanishBelgium
From US$152.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 701 reviews
We have stayed in quite a few motels in Nelson over the last 4 years,and can highly recommend staying here.
Guest review by
GarryNew Zealand
From US$193.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 403 reviews
The view from the terrace of magnificent and the staff were super friendly.
Guest review by
VainioFinland
From US$114.91 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 884 reviews
Incredible value, right next to the beach, great facilities.
Guest review by
RobertUnited Kingdom
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 361 reviews
The apartment was nicely set up with everything we needed.
Guest review by
CarolNew Zealand
From US$54.55 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews
Room was lovely staff were lovely enjoyed my stay
Guest review by
RobynNew Zealand
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8.0
Nelson has a lot of speciality stores and a lot of food...
Nelson has a lot of speciality stores and a lot of food options. The Markets in the weekends are not for those looking for a bargain but do support local and NZ made and although some were costly, there was a lot of selection of goodies.
Stoke the Bach Restaurant was staffed with lovely young girls, and the food was excellent and value for money
The Arden Monaco where we stayed has limited room facilities and is not staffed outside of working hours, but the beds are comfortable and with very dark woodwork old paintings and very heavy doors, the facility was well equipped with heat pumps and hot water.
Guest review by
KimNew Zealand
10
I have added some images of McNabb's point, just a stones...
I have added some images of McNabb's point, just a stones throw further down the road from our accommodation at Eden's Edge. Motueka is beautiful with surprising vistas always around the corner. Packs big punch for a little town,
Guest review by
Susan10
You go to Kaiteriteri for the awesome views, beach and water...
You go to Kaiteriteri for the awesome views, beach and water. There is good walking/hiking paths nearby. It was not overly crowded at the beginning of March but the water was still swimmable. Very close to Abel Tasman which is great.
Guest review by
BonnieUnited States
8.0
We arrived in Marahau in order to walk on the Abel Tasman...
We arrived in Marahau in order to walk on the Abel Tasman track. It is a small township, and we enjoyed walking down to the bay for the sunset. We had chosen the Aqua taxi to transport us up to the start of our walk, and enjoyed the efficiency and novelty of that experience. Just a warning to other travellers, By mid May, the little township is settling in for the ‘off’ season, which means that there are fewer grocery and eating options. We had been forewarned and had collected groceries at Motueka.
Guest review by
SneddleAustralia
8.0
Richmond is a great suburb 15mins from Nelson central .
Richmond is a great suburb 15mins from
Nelson central . Close to many places and things to do , easy drive to many of the areas attractions.
Great boutique movie theatre just 2mins away , shops,beaches, rivers, fishing ponds, shopping , wineries and more
Guest review by
NikkiNew Zealand
10
Fantastic walking tracks, amazing fungi in the bush at this...
Fantastic walking tracks, amazing fungi in the bush at this time of year - lovely waterfalls too.
Friendly & nice staff in shops.
Cool antiques shops to check out.
Lady at museum very nice and knowledgeable about the area, gives good guidance.
Guest review by
PaulaNew Zealand
10
Takaka is a fantastic location that gives good access to...
Takaka is a fantastic location that gives good access to beaches all around the area, and the lovely Pupu Springs and Farwell Spit. The people in the town were lovely and friendly. We had the best vegetarian burgers, even better than our Ferg burgers from Queenstown! We all felt so safe and just enjoyed our time there. The drive over the Takaka Hill was a great experience, both in the misty rain and in beautiful sunshine.
Guest review by
Taemaro TravellerNew Zealand
10
Just a beautiful location and base for hiking the Heaphy and...
Just a beautiful location and base for hiking the Heaphy and Oparara Basin as well as visiting other beautiful areas nearby. Definitely worth the drive north of Westport. Miss it and you miss out on so much.
Guest review by
JOANNAAustralia
10
We enjoyed the local restaurants .
We enjoyed the local restaurants .The fish and chips at the smoke house were delicious,as was the smoked snapper we took back to our lovely accomodation.The meal and customer service we experienced at Mapua India Eatery was first class.A great spot to base your self,as you are close to many locations
Guest review by
Cowell10
We love this beach - especially in winter!
We love this beach - especially in winter!
It is also very close to some special places - Tata and Ligar Beaches, the Wainui Falls, the Grove Reserve and more - always something new to discover.
Molly Bs is to be reccommended…and the cafes of Takaka are not far away.
Guest review by
PeterNew Zealand
