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A reception area with a counter, seating, and a sign welcoming guests to breakfast.

1. The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 1.9 km from Wakatu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (693 reviews)
"Parking was about the only thing i can say was good …"
Australia
Anna
The price is AED 261
AED 301 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
The Beachcomber Hotel
A wide beach with a clear sky and distant mountains.

2. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 1.6 km from Wakatu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (252 reviews)
"Good location for our trip. Nice and clean room. Reception staff very helpful."
Australia
Nicole
The price is AED 319
AED 367 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Beaches Nelson
A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.

3. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South, 2.9 km from Wakatu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great locale"
Australia
Ray
The price is AED 235
AED 272 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
The Hotel Nelson
A bedroom with a large bed, a grey sofa, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

4. Amber Court Motel Nelson

Amber Court Motel Nelson
3.0 star property
Tahunanui, 0.9 km from Wakatu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (294 reviews)
"Friendly staff, Clean and tidy place to stay."
Australia
Atit
The price is AED 283
AED 326 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Amber Court Motel Nelson
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a clock, and artwork on the walls.

5. Tudor Lodge Motel

Tudor Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 1.6 km from Wakatu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (228 reviews)
"Lovely clean and spacious room, comfy bed and all the key amenities on the room and kitchen. The owner was super friendly and helpful, would recommend to friends and family"
Australia
Natasha
The price is AED 245
AED 282 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Tudor Lodge Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a small kitchenette, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

6. 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)
"Handy location and very helpful staff. "
Australia
Ian
The price is AED 295
AED 339 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Bella Vista Motel Nelson
A two-story hotel with a row of rooms on the ground floor and a covered walkway.

7. Arrow Motel Apartments

Arrow Motel Apartments
3.0 star property
Tahunanui, 1.8 km from Wakatu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (129 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Stephen
The price is AED 226
AED 261 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Arrow Motel Apartments
A brick building with a tiled roof, a pond, and a wooden dock.

8. Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
3.5 star property
2.8 km from Wakatu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (912 reviews)
"Very nice place, has a villa vibe to it. Easy and smooth checkin. Glad I chose this stay 🙂"
Australia
Tilson
The price is AED 379
AED 436 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the outside.

9. Arcadia Motel

Arcadia Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 1.7 km from Wakatu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (223 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 AED 281
AED 324 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Arcadia Motel
A view of a building's entrance with a sign indicating room availability and a parking area with potted plants and a tree.

10. 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 AED 263
AED 303 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Abelia Motor Lodge
A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a stove, and a refrigerator. There is a bar stool and a couch in the living area.

11. 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, (211 reviews)
"Good value. Very clean and all amenities that you need. Great sized bed and comfortable. Near road , so was a bit noisey unfortunately."
Australia
Lorraine
The price is AED 201
AED 232 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden dining table, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

12. Greens Motel

Greens Motel
3.5 star property
Annesbrook, 1.7 km from Wakatu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (243 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Mark
The price is AED 309
AED 355 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Greens Motel
A dining table set with chairs, a view of a town and hills in the background.

13. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson
4.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 3.5 km from Wakatu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (645 reviews)
"Easy location parking and food onsite"
New Zealand
Jason
The price is AED 449
AED 518 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
A room with a grey sofa, teal chairs, a wooden table, and two pendant lights.

14. Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 1.9 km from Wakatu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (278 reviews)
"My third time staying here and it is a very convenient location near the airport and conference facility."
Australia
Ric
The price is AED 255
AED 293 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
A hotel room with a bed, a glass table, a blue sofa, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Balmoral Motel

Balmoral Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 1.6 km from Wakatu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (199 reviews)
"Staff were lovely and helpful, rooms clean and a good size for a family. Short walk to a number of eateries. Laundry available. If you're lucky you'll meet the very smoochy motel cat."
Australia
Christina
The price is AED 206
AED 237 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Balmoral Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of a car and a fence.

16. Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only

Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
3.0 star property
Tahunanui, 1.8 km from Wakatu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (180 reviews)
"Great place"
New Zealand
Jodi
The price is AED 276
AED 318 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.

17. Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
The Wood, 4.2 km from Wakatu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly team, great service, and a hassle-free stay every time. Definitely my go-to place in town."
Australia
Diane
The price is AED 236
AED 271 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Tides Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a yellow facade and red-tiled roofs.

18. Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge

Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
2.5 star property
Tahunanui, 1.4 km from Wakatu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (89 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 AED 269
AED 309 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
A building with the sign "QUEST" at the top, featuring multiple windows and a modern architectural design.

19. Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 4 km from Wakatu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (517 reviews)
"Great staff."
Australia
Angela
The price is AED 272
AED 313 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Quest Nelson
A modern hotel room with a large central dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

20. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 3.4 km from Wakatu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (632 reviews)
"Couldn't fault this place at all. Clean, quiet, lovely helpful staff, nice amenities. Definitely stay here again."
Australia
Glennis
The price is AED 257
AED 296 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Palazzo Motor Lodge
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Compare popular hotels in Wakatu

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A wide beach with a clear sky and distant mountains.
Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
252 reviews
View
A modern hotel room with a large central dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.
Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
632 reviews
View
A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.
The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,000 reviews
View
A brick building with a tiled roof, a pond, and a wooden dock.
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
912 reviews
View
A reception area with a counter, seating, and a sign welcoming guests to breakfast.
The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
693 reviews
View

Where to stay in Wakatu

Find the best Wakatu areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a view of the ocean and mountains in the background.

Nelson City Centre

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

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 coastal landscape with prominent rock formations and calm sea.

Stoke

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

A beach with kites flying in the sky, mountains in the background, and a clear sky.

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.

A waterfall surrounded by rocks and lush green foliage.

The Wood

If you're spending some time in The Wood, Founders Heritage Park and Trafalgar Park are top sights worth seeing.

Top Wakatu Hotel Reviews

Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson

10/10 Excellent
"Good location for our trip. Nice and clean room. Reception staff very helpful."
Nicole 3-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Beaches 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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