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1. Harbourside Lodge

Harbourside Lodge
4.0 star property
Port Nelson, 4.4 km from Atawhai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (690 reviews)
"Had everything you needed nice and quiet ."
Australia
Wayne
The price is ₩140,109
₩161,125 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Harbourside Lodge
Food and drink

2. The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson
5.0 star property
The Wood, 4.4 km from Atawhai
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (749 reviews)
"good location, helpful staff. Great place to stay"
Australia
Suzannah
The price is ₩134,271
₩154,412 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
The Sails Nelson
Reception

3. The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 7.8 km from Atawhai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (687 reviews)
"So convenient to the beautiful Sandy beach and a large selection of activities. Great shopping from Nelson to Richmond. Well priced and very helpful and friendly staff😘"
Australia
Shirl
The price is ₩88,490
₩101,764 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
The Beachcomber Hotel
Executive Studio | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

4. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 5.5 km from Atawhai
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (619 reviews)
"Everything was great"
Australia
Shaun
The price is ₩92,560
₩106,444 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Palazzo Motor Lodge
Front of property

5. Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 4.9 km from Atawhai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (513 reviews)
"Very helpful and friendly staff with clean and neat rooms."
Australia
Gideon
The price is ₩102,415
₩117,782 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Quest Nelson
Superior Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

6. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South, 6 km from Atawhai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (999 reviews)
"The breakfast was excellent"
Australia
Andrew
The price is ₩82,958
₩95,404 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
The Hotel Nelson
Beach nearby, beach towels, rowing

7. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 7.8 km from Atawhai
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (245 reviews)
"Spacious room with large comfortable bed"
Australia
Nic
The price is ₩113,071
₩130,032 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Beaches Nelson
Exterior

8. Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
The Wood, 4.6 km from Atawhai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Pleasant stay and great location."
Australia
Nicholas
The price is ₩81,935
₩94,225 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Tides Hotel
Daily continental breakfast for a fee

9. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 5.7 km from Atawhai
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (460 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay. Loved our room, great location & super helpful & friendly staff too 10/10."
Australia
Bronwyn
The price is ₩101,197
₩116,377 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
Front of property - evening/night

10. Kings Gate Motel

Kings Gate Motel
3.5 star property
The Wood, 4.4 km from Atawhai
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (139 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Janet
The price is ₩97,524
₩112,153 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Kings Gate Motel
Outdoor pool

11. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
The Wood, 4.5 km from Atawhai
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,429 reviews)
"Our go to for Nelson breaks. Always friendly reception. All ammenities we could ask for in a brief stay. So handy to just walk into town or to dining and events in the evening."
Australia
Nic
The price is ₩81,935
₩94,225 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Balcony view

12. Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 5.6 km from Atawhai
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (368 reviews)
"The staff were helpful at check in. The rooms were comfortable and clean. I would recommend this location"
Australia
Gavin
The price is ₩107,950
₩124,142 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Century Park Motor Lodge
Exterior

13. Saxton Lodge

Saxton Lodge
5.0 star property
Stoke, 13 km from Atawhai
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (447 reviews)
"Great place to stay and the food at restaurant is fantastic"
Australia
Jo-Anne
The price is ₩132,032
₩151,837 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Saxton Lodge
Outdoor pool

14. Palms Motel

Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 4.9 km from Atawhai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (328 reviews)
"Easy walk to central town."
Australia
Mark
The price is ₩110,613
₩127,205 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Palms Motel
Interior detail

15. Admirals Motor Inn

Admirals Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Nelson South, 6 km from Atawhai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (367 reviews)
"Fantastic staff. So friendly. I really enjoy staying here"
Australia
Brendon
The price is ₩97,295
₩111,889 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Admirals Motor Inn
Front of property - evening/night

16. Arrow Motel Apartments

Arrow Motel Apartments
3.0 star property
Tahunanui, 8.4 km from Atawhai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (129 reviews)
"Great stay. Recommended."
Australia
John
The price is ₩86,032
₩98,937 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Arrow Motel Apartments
Family Unit 1 | Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

17. Tudor Lodge Motel

Tudor Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 7.9 km from Atawhai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (225 reviews)
"Great place to stay, within walking distance to restaurants and the beach. We even walked to the airport from the motel."
Australia
Anna
The price is ₩88,760
₩102,077 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Tudor Lodge Motel
Maitai Studio | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs (free), WiFi (free)

18. Riverlodge Nelson

Riverlodge Nelson
3.0 star property
The Wood, 4.4 km from Atawhai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (147 reviews)
"Good location very reasonable prices "
Australia
Michael
The price is ₩97,366
₩111,971 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Riverlodge Nelson
Basic Cabin | WiFi (free), bed sheets

19. Richmond Motel & Holiday Park

Richmond Motel & Holiday Park
3.0 star property
16.4 km from Atawhai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (287 reviews)
"Couldn't fault the place "
Australia
Mike
The price is ₩77,838
₩89,514 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Richmond Motel & Holiday Park
Twin/Triple Studio | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

20. Bella Vista Motel Nelson

Bella Vista Motel Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 8.6 km from Atawhai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (211 reviews)
"Handy location and very helpful staff. "
Australia
Ian
The price is ₩101,957
₩117,251 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Bella Vista Motel Nelson
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Where to stay in Atawhai

Find the best Atawhai 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 Burrell Park while you're in town.

A beach with a sandy shore, calm water, and a small island with trees.

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 Atawhai Hotel Reviews

Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson

10/10 Excellent
"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."
Robyn 3-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Quest Nelson

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Atawhai?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Nelson's Atawhai neighborhood has to offer. Be sure to check out Miyazu Gardens and Miyazu Japanese Gardens as part of your Atawhai travel plans.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Atawhai area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Nelson, choose from one of Expedia's 18 hotels and other accommodations in Atawhai.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Atawhai, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Atawhai.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Atawhai?
To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Atawhai, head over to our customer service page.
What are the top things to see and do in Atawhai?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Atawhai with a visit to Miyazu Gardens and Miyazu Japanese Gardens. When you're sightseeing in Nelson, Founders Heritage Park and Centre of New Zealand Monument are also worth a stop.

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