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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)
"The breakfast was excellent"
Australia
Andrew
The price is ₩83,421
₩95,936 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
The Hotel Nelson
A small, single-story building with a red-framed door and windows, a wooden deck with benches and chairs, and a gravel ground.

2. Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park

Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (178 reviews)
"Immaculate, well-equipped room; great service and location (15-minute walk from CBD). "
Australia
Guy
The price is ₩75,092
₩88,515 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
A staircase with a geometric stained glass window above, wooden handrails, and potted plants on the right.

3. 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 ₩96,122
₩110,540 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Admirals Motor Inn
A balcony with a table set for breakfast, including croissants, a bottle, and a tray with a drink.

4. 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, (462 reviews)
"Very clean, helpful staff, close to town, everything you need"
Australia
Sandra
The price is ₩110,334
₩126,884 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
A reception area with a counter, seating, and a sign welcoming guests to breakfast.

5. The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 2.3 km from Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (690 reviews)
"Parking was about the only thing i can say was good …"
Australia
Anna
The price is ₩96,026
₩110,430 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
The Beachcomber Hotel
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, (626 reviews)
"Nice size room in good location as restaurants and shops only 5min walk away. It is an older motel but was pleasant to stay in."
Australia
Kirsty
The price is ₩81,707
₩93,963 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Palazzo Motor Lodge
A wide beach with a clear sky and distant mountains.

7. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 2.2 km from Nelson South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (245 reviews)
"Spacious room with large comfortable bed"
Australia
Nic
The price is ₩104,402
₩120,062 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Beaches Nelson
A modern house with a balcony, large windows, and a dining area.

8. 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, (370 reviews)
"Staff member at reception wasn’t overly helpful and pleasant to deal with."
Australia
Catherine
The price is ₩133,184
₩153,162 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Century Park Motor Lodge
A building with the sign "QUEST" at the top, featuring multiple windows and a modern architectural design.

9. Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1.6 km from Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (513 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 ₩100,872
₩116,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Quest Nelson
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a clock, and artwork on the walls.

10. Tudor Lodge Motel

Tudor Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 2.2 km from Nelson South
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 ₩86,687
₩99,693 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Tudor Lodge Motel
A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.

11. 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)
"Lovely unique place to stay. Staff very helpful."
Australia
Karen
The price is ₩80,698
₩92,803 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Tides Hotel
A waterfront property with a boat docked in front of a yellow building with a red roof.

12. Harbourside Nelson

Harbourside Nelson
4.0 star property
Port Nelson, 2.5 km from Nelson South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (692 reviews)
"Had everything you needed nice and quiet ."
Australia
Wayne
The price is ₩109,470
₩125,890 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Harbourside Nelson
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.

13. The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson
5.0 star property
The Wood, 2.2 km from Nelson South
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (750 reviews)
"good location, helpful staff. Great place to stay"
Australia
Suzannah
The price is ₩131,135
₩150,805 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
The Sails Nelson
An aerial view of a swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a brick patio and palm trees.

14. Palms Motel

Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1.7 km from Nelson South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (329 reviews)
"Very close to town. Everything we needed for a short stay"
Australia
Maria
The price is ₩108,030
₩124,234 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Palms Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a small kitchenette, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

15. Bella Vista Motel Nelson

Bella Vista Motel Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 2.5 km from Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (211 reviews)
"Handy location and very helpful staff. "
Australia
Ian
The price is ₩99,681
₩114,633 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Bella Vista Motel Nelson
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)
"This is a lovely bed and breakfast, and the two owners (Mark and John) are amazing hosts, that do everything to ensure you have a great experience. Highly recommended!"
United States
Terry
The price is ₩230,461
₩265,032 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Ah House Nelson City B&B
A multi-story hotel with a yellow facade and red-tiled roofs.

17. Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge

Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
2.5 star property
Tahunanui, 2.3 km from Nelson South
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 ₩89,624
₩103,068 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
A motel with a two-story structure, a driveway leading to the entrance, and a parking area.

18. Arrow Motel Apartments

Arrow Motel Apartments
3.0 star property
Tahunanui, 2.9 km from Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (129 reviews)
"Great stay. Recommended."
Australia
John
The price is ₩84,023
₩96,626 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Arrow Motel Apartments
A view of a building's entrance with a sign indicating room availability and a parking area with potted plants and a tree.

19. 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 ₩96,688
₩111,190 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Abelia Motor Lodge
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.

20. 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, (179 reviews)
"Great place"
New Zealand
Jodi
The price is ₩103,581
₩119,118 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
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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 Provincial Museum and Nelson Market.

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.

Toi Toi

Toi Toi might not have many top sights, but Nelson Market and Nelson Provincial Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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

Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Couldn't fault this place at all. Clean, quiet, lovely helpful staff, nice amenities. Definitely stay here again."
Glennis 4-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Palazzo Motor Lodge

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.