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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 meals were excellent we had crispy chicken and salad twice it was tht good 👍"
Australia
Robbie
The price is ₩83,161
₩95,637 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
The Hotel Nelson
A staircase with a geometric stained glass window above, wooden handrails, and potted plants on the right.

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 ₩95,639
₩109,985 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
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)
"Immaculate, well-equipped room; great service and location (15-minute walk from CBD). "
Australia
Guy
The price is ₩55,450
₩65,361 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.

4. Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
The Wood, 1.9 km from Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Friendly team, great service, and a hassle-free stay every time. Definitely my go-to place in town."
Australia
Diane
The price is ₩82,938
₩95,379 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Tides Hotel
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, (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 ₩106,160
₩122,084 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Quest Nelson
A wide beach with a clear sky and distant mountains.

6. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 2.2 km from Nelson South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (246 reviews)
"Spacious room with large comfortable bed"
Australia
Nic
The price is ₩116,743
₩134,254 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Beaches Nelson
A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.

7. 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, (1,432 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 ₩86,255
₩99,193 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
A dining table set with chairs, a view of a town and hills in the background.

8. 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, (642 reviews)
"Easy location parking and food onsite"
New Zealand
Jason
The price is ₩159,240
₩183,126 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
A modern hotel room with a large central dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

9. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1 km from Nelson South
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (627 reviews)
"Couldn't fault this place at all. Clean, quiet, lovely helpful staff, nice amenities. Definitely stay here again."
Australia
Glennis
The price is ₩98,001
₩112,701 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Palazzo Motor Lodge
A modern house with a balcony, large windows, and a dining area.

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, (370 reviews)
"Staff member at reception wasn’t overly helpful and pleasant to deal with."
Australia
Catherine
The price is ₩125,104
₩143,870 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Century Park Motor Lodge
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.

11. 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 ₩130,477
₩150,049 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
The Sails Nelson
A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with numerous boats.

12. Harbourside Nelson

Harbourside Nelson
4.0 star property
Port Nelson, 2.5 km from Nelson South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (694 reviews)
"Beautiful view of the harbour and a simple but nice apartment with a king bed and a sitting area with foldout couch. Worked well for 4 people overnight. Breakfast was a nice continental with yogurt, juice, cold cereal w/ many toppings, and toast. It was a very short stay but I would return"
United States
Alison Walter
The price is ₩87,901
₩101,086 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Harbourside Nelson
A balcony with a table set for breakfast, including croissants, a bottle, and a tray with a drink.

13. 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 ₩142,867
₩164,296 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge 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 ₩107,487
₩123,610 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Palms Motel
A cozy cottage with a wooden exterior, a patio with outdoor seating, and a garden area with potted plants and a small table.

15. 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 ₩229,305
₩263,702 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Ah House Nelson City B&B
A reception area with a counter, seating, and a sign welcoming guests to breakfast.

16. 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 ₩107,089
₩123,151 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
The Beachcomber Hotel
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.

17. 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 ₩103,062
₩118,521 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
A bedroom with a large bed, a grey sofa, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

18. Amber Court Motel Nelson

Amber Court Motel Nelson
3.0 star property
Tahunanui, 2.6 km from Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (293 reviews)
"I liked the clean room, very close to shops and a 10 min drive to Richmond."
Australia
Tahlia
The price is ₩89,572
₩103,009 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Amber Court Motel Nelson
A room with a view of a coastal landscape, featuring a table with chairs, a wicker sofa, and a wooden ceiling.

19. The Wheelhouse Inn

The Wheelhouse Inn
3.5 star property
Britannia Heights, 1.7 km from Nelson South
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (238 reviews)
"Amazing views, had everything we needed. Wish we would have stayed longer, and would happily stay here again!"
United States
Kate
The price is ₩188,101
₩216,318 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
The Wheelhouse Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the outside.

20. Arcadia Motel

Arcadia Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 2.9 km from Nelson South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (222 reviews)
"Staff was quick to respond and very accommodating to our late arrival. Very comfy beds and quiet area."
United States
Beverly
The price is ₩101,045
₩116,202 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Arcadia Motel
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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 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.

Toi Toi

Toi Toi might not have many top sights, but Nelson Market and Tahunanui Beach Reserve 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
"We only stayed one night at Palazzo Motor Lodge, but we absolutely loved it! Everything was spotlessly clean, comfortable, and very well cared for. The lovely lady who checked us in was an absolute standout. She was incredibly warm, helpful, and genuinely friendly — within minutes it felt more like chatting with someone we’d known for years than checking into a motel. That kind of genuine hospitality makes such a difference, especially when you’re traveling. Our room was quiet, comfortable, and had everything we needed. You can tell a lot of care goes into this place, and we only wish we could have stayed longer. Such a wonderful find in Nelson. We would happily stay at Palazzo again and absolutely recommend it to anyone visiting!"
Brandy 1-night trip
Posted 2 days 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.