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Palms Motel

4.5 star property
Travelers recharge with continental breakfast before choosing between poolside relaxation or exploring the vibrant streets of Nelson City Centre

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The Palms Motel in Nelson City Centre is perfect for active visitors. Enjoy free in-room WiFi, cycling on the property, an outdoor pool with a children's area, and a relaxing terrace. Start your day right with a continental breakfast each morning.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Room service
The current price is AED 563
AED 652 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb

Room options

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Studio Queen | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Queen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LED TV
Pillow menu
Ceiling fan
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 Bedroom Executive Apartment | Living area | 43-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV

1 Bedroom Executive Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private indoor hot tub
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LED TV
Pillow menu
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Apartment | Living area | 43-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV

Family Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private indoor hot tub
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LED TV
  • 73 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Studio Twin | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Twin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LED TV
Pillow menu
Ceiling fan
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Nelson City Centre, a neighborhood in Nelson, Palms Motel is in the entertainment district. Nelson Provincial Museum and Founders Heritage Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Queens Gardens and Nelson Fun Park. Natureland Zoo and Pic's Peanut Butter World are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours. Visit our Nelson travel guide
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5 Paru Paru Road, Nelson, 7011

What's nearby

  • Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nelson Market
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Trafalgar Park
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Queens Gardens
    11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN)
    9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Two Thumb Brewing Co.
    8 min walk
  • Coupland's Bakeries
    7 min walk
  • River Kitchen Nelson
    5 min walk
  • The Tides
    5 min walk
  • Tasty Tucker Bakery
    5 min walk

About this property

Palms Motel

Motel located in Nelson City Centre
Palms Motel provides amenities like a terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and luggage storage
  • Barbecue grills, a front-desk safe, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Palms Motel have thoughtful touches such as pillow menus, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 43-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchens, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 14 for adults and NZD 14 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.00 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 14.00 for adults and NZD 14.00 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.00 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7 AM to 9:30 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Palms Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7 AM–9:30 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Palms Motel?

As of 25 January 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palms Motel on 5 February 2026 start from $177.60, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Palms Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Palms Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Palms Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Palms Motel located?

Located in Nelson City Centre, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Anzac Park and Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre. Montgomery Square and Nelson Market are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Palms Motel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 215 out of 313 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 313 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 313 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 313 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 313 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jayde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable stay, very close walk to the town center.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Friendly, accommodating host, very clean room, comfortable beds, great location within walking distance of CBD and walking/biking trails. Loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional location Exceptional cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to CBD and dining - great facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All very good, clean tidy, Staff helpful. Enjoyed the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location clean and very tidy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ranjini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very centrally located.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location within easy walking distance to central Nelson, staff very friendly and rooms clean and a decent size. Plenty of free parking too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights (weekend), excellent location, handy shops, restaurants and saturday market. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Suganthi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is near to shopping
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts are very warm, welcoming and helpful. Property and rooms are very tidy, close to local restaurants and supermarket
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Two nights at Palms Motel

We stayed 2 nights.The room/suite was clean and confortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, well equipped, BBQ, pool. The hosts Brooke & Gardy were great & very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

REBECCA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I’ll be back.

Great spot near supermarket, easy parking, nice rooms with comfy beds.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds. Clean rooms. Great location to head out into wine country or walk a few blocks to downtown Nelson.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly. Close to cafe and shops. Rent a bicycle at Kiwi Journeys and ride the great taste trail. Grab latte at River Kitchen. Try the pizza at Stephano’s.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Warm friendly welcome with a big smile and efficient and explained the shops close to motel and offered to drop off to theatre to save taking our car for blind husband. Excellent customer service would definitely recommend to friends and family - score 10 out of 10
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fine

The Palms is about a ten minute walk to the center of Nelson that has all the great restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lounging with friends

Friends meeting in Nelson. Car space needed. Wanted a pool to dip in to cool off. Wanted a lounge to chill out in. Liked the privacy screens. Great location for the market and food area. Also close to bus station for airport transfers. Staff could bot have been friendlier - went above and beyond.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great access to the town. Lots within walking distance. Manager very helpful. Road works were very noisy but not a trouble at night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very handy to the main centre, nice parks nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Good location.

10/10 Excellent

Dilip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well maintained with modern fixtures.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient central location, a short walk to shops, cafes and a large grocery store. Clean, comfortable room with everything we needed and friendly staff. Laundry facilities were greatly appreciated at this stage of our trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close CBD, Supermarket. Friendly and helpful staff. Room size very good, facilities also.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023