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Chelsea Park Motor Lodge

3.5 star property
Motel with free parking, 8-minute walk to Christ Church Cathedral

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Located close to Christ Church Cathedral and Nelson Market, Chelsea Park Motor Lodge provides a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Adventurous travelers may like the cycling at this motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
The current price is ₩132,897
₩152,832 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Queen Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Studio | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing

King Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Apartment | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Two Bedroom Apartment

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 49 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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One Bedroom Spa Apartment | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing

One Bedroom Spa Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing

One Bedroom Apartment

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
LCD TV
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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One Bedroom Family Apartment | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing

One Bedroom Family Apartment

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
LCD TV
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
214 Rutherford St, Nelson, 7010

What's nearby

  • Christ Church Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nelson Market - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nelson Hospital - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Centre of New Zealand Monument - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tern Coffee House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hawker House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Melrose House Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge

Motel near Tahunanui Beach Reserve
Located close to Christ Church Cathedral and Nelson Market, Chelsea Park Motor Lodge provides a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this motel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and an electric car charging station
  • Access to a nearby health club, luggage storage, and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Chelsea Park Motor Lodge include thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and dining tables.
Other amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • 35-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchenettes, 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

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 20 for adults and NZD 20 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Dining table
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2002
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 35-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

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 30 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 20 for adults and NZD 20 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses wind, solar, and geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Chelsea Motor Lodge
Chelsea Park Motor
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
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Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Motel
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Motel Nelson

Frequently asked questions

Is Chelsea Park Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Chelsea Park Motor Lodge?

As of Nov 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chelsea Park Motor Lodge on Nov 30, 2025 start from ₩132,897, excluding 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Chelsea Park Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chelsea Park Motor Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Chelsea Park Motor Lodge located?

Located in Nelson City Centre, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Christ Church Cathedral and Nelson Market. Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre and Victory Square are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 329 out of 432 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 432 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 432 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 432 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 432 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service on checkin and checkout. Noisy area, though - lots of fireworks and outdoor partying very close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Siu

Interior was of good standard, property was neat & tidy and the staff were excellent, the owner was very informative and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly and professional team.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property within walking distance of Nelson downtown. Roomy accommodation with separate bedroom Al in great condition
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly hosts and comfy rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Well equipped rooms with nice space to relax in. Close to dining options within a short walk. Will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff/owners. We have stayed here before and will stay again. Nothing is too much to ask.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay here will use again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checked in late, heater was on so was nice and warm which was great after a long day travelling, owner also had great recommendation of where to grab something to eat.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Charlottie

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

Great location

Excellent location, close to eateries, etc., and excellent reception service, although the room is a little small
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Easy walk to the town centre. Nelson is well worth a visit.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Great motel in Nelson

Lovely motel in Nelson. Easy walk into town, and the laundry service was useful. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close walking distance to the downtown with several restaurants to choose from.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, well managed
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lukas

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

Lovely place and well kept!

Great location next to a lot of bars and restaurants. Good place to stay before a ferry ride as well!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money so close to town
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dean at the front desk was awesome help with suggestions for food very personable, if you’re ever in Nelson stay here, you cannot find better people who run the place and nicer rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

bruna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The suite was clean and spacious. Very friendly staff. Would recommend this place for a short or long stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesper

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great stay with fantastic service from Dean. Borrowed some bikes during our stay which was a good way to explore the beach and city. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. Extremely comfortable lodging and friendly and easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Cornhusker fans

Only a one night stay, but hotel room with spacious and clean with all amenities. We happen to be vacationing from Nebraska and proprietor had a daughter living in Omaha. Great talk with him and his family about the Huskers. Couldn’t have been friendlier or more welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I cannot praise the staff enough for being super helpful and friendly. Nothing was too much trouble and really made us feel welcome. The rooms were exceptionally clean and comfortable, close to eateries and city centre. Would love to have stayed longer, so hope to be back in the near future
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025