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Our top choices for Nelson South hotels

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1. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (999 reviews)
"Great locale"
Australia
Ray
The price is AED 226
AED 266 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
The Hotel Nelson
A large, two-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

2. Admirals Motor Inn

Admirals Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (369 reviews)
"Fantastic staff. So friendly. I really enjoy staying here"
Australia
Brendon
The price is AED 260
AED 299 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Admirals Motor Inn
A small, single-story building with a red-framed door and windows, a wooden deck with benches and chairs, and a gravel ground.

3. Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park

Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (179 reviews)
"Nice place to stay "
Australia
christopher
The price is AED 202
AED 238 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

4. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson
4.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1.1 km from Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (645 reviews)
"Easy location parking and food onsite"
New Zealand
Jason
The price is AED 418
AED 484 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
A building with the sign "QUEST" at the top, featuring multiple windows and a modern architectural design.

5. Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1.6 km from Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (515 reviews)
"Great place to stay, in walking distance to the shopping centre. Jake in reception was incredible, helping us with a booking problem. He was extremely welcoming and a wonderful asset to Quest."
Australia
Robyn
The price is AED 255
AED 299 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.

6. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1 km from Nelson South
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 248
AED 286 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Palazzo Motor Lodge
A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.

7. Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
The Wood, 1.9 km from Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 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 218
AED 250 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Tides Hotel
A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with numerous boats.

8. Harbourside Nelson

Harbourside Nelson
4.0 star property
Port Nelson, 2.5 km from Nelson South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (701 reviews)
"Great location, good ammenities including washer&dryer. Helpful staff and almost adjacent to an excellent restaurant and bar."
Australia
Barry
The price is AED 294
AED 338 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Harbourside Nelson
A patio with a table and chairs, a brick wall, and a sliding glass door leading to an interior space.

9. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 0.8 km from Nelson South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (464 reviews)
"We can highly recommend this motel. The Location is good, our room was really nice with an outdoor sitting area and great amenities, The host is a wealth of knowledge and is more than eager to share it."
Australia
Gary
The price is AED 344
AED 402 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
A modern fireplace with a glass front, displaying burning logs.

10. Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 0.9 km from Nelson South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (374 reviews)
"It was quiet and within walking distance of downtown and a few restaurants very friendly place"
United States
Michael Diana
The price is AED 370
AED 434 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Century Park Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a large bed, two black pillows, a wooden headboard, and two wall-mounted lights.

11. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 2.2 km from Nelson South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (250 reviews)
"Just Wonderful"
Australia
Karla
The price is AED 300
AED 345 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Beaches Nelson
A reception area with a counter, seating, and a sign welcoming guests to breakfast.

12. The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 2.3 km from Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (692 reviews)
"Parking was about the only thing i can say was good …"
Australia
Anna
The price is AED 262
AED 301 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
The Beachcomber Hotel
An aerial view of a swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a brick patio and palm trees.

13. Palms Motel

Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1.7 km from Nelson South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (331 reviews)
"Great service, great motel. An excellent location."
Australia
Michael
The price is AED 288
AED 332 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Palms Motel
A breakfast tray with a croissant, fruit preserves, and two glasses of champagne on a white table in a modern hotel room with a view of a cityscape.

14. The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson
5.0 star property
The Wood, 2.2 km from Nelson South
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (753 reviews)
"good location, helpful staff. Great place to stay"
Australia
Suzannah
The price is AED 353
AED 406 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
The Sails Nelson
A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.

15. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
The Wood, 2 km from Nelson South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,434 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Convenient location to town"
New Zealand
Nathan
The price is AED 218
AED 250 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
A cozy cottage with a wooden exterior, a patio with outdoor seating, and a garden area with potted plants and a small table.

16. Ah House Nelson City B&B

Ah House Nelson City B&B
4.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1 km from Nelson South
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"Amazing hosts and a wonderful b&b! I can’t wait to visit again!"
United States
john
The price is AED 638
AED 740 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Ah House Nelson City B&B
A view of a building's entrance with a sign indicating room availability and a parking area with potted plants and a tree.

17. Abelia Motor Lodge

Abelia Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 2.3 km from Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (91 reviews)
"helpful staff - good basic room,"
New Zealand
Phil
The price is AED 263
AED 302 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Abelia Motor Lodge
Courtyard view

18. Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only

Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
3.0 star property
Tahunanui, 2.3 km from Nelson South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (180 reviews)
"Great place"
New Zealand
Jodi
The price is AED 277
AED 319 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
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.

19. Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 2.2 km from Nelson South
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (209 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
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
A motel with a paved driveway, a signboard, and a well-lit entrance.

20. Kings Gate Motel

Kings Gate Motel
3.5 star property
The Wood, 2.1 km from Nelson South
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (144 reviews)
"We had the small room, it was adequate for our needs, hot plate, microwave, fridge, all we needed was there, was very clean and tidy, bed was firm and very comfortable, very large spa bath, which was lovely. Latch on toilet window was broken couldn't find anyone to tell before we left, everything in the unit was well maintained, and clean, outside needed a bit of tidying , we would definitely return to stay."
Australia
William
The price is AED 236
AED 271 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Kings Gate Motel
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Compare popular hotels in Nelson South

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A large, two-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a well-maintained lawn.
Admirals Motor Inn
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
369 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
999 reviews
View
A small, single-story building with a red-framed door and windows, a wooden deck with benches and chairs, and a gravel ground.
Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
2.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
179 reviews
View
A breakfast tray with a croissant, fruit preserves, and two glasses of champagne on a white table in a modern hotel room with a view of a cityscape.
The Sails Nelson
5.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
753 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

Where to stay in Nelson South

Find the best Nelson South 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 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.

A white concrete structure with a triangular shape, attached to a metal pole.
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Maitai

While visiting Maitai, you might make a stop by sights like Centre of New Zealand Monument and Waahi Taakaro Golf Club.

Top Nelson South Hotel Reviews

The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson

10/10 Excellent
"Very modern, clean room. Staff very helpful and friendly on checkin. Excellent kitchen facilities and extras"
Lynne 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
The Sails Nelson

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Nelson South?
Nelson South is a welcoming neighborhood that travelers like for its restaurants and bars. Are you looking for Nelson South travel tips? Be sure to check out Fairfield Park and Victory Square while you're in the neighborhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Nelson South?
Based on our traveler data, The Hotel Nelson is one of the top choices for your stay in Nelson South. This hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park and Admirals Motor Inn.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Nelson South?
Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodations in Nelson South to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Nelson area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Nelson South, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Nelson South.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Nelson South?
For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Nelson South, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do in this Nelson neighborhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Nelson South with a visit to Fairfield Park and Victory Square. While you're out sightseeing in Nelson, be sure to visit other sights like Flamedaisy Glass Design or Nelson Provincial Museum.