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Located within 1.7 km of Tahunanui Beach and 2.9 km of Trafalgar Park in Nelson, Studio or Cabin on Whitby provides accommodation with free WiFi and seating area. Guests staying at this bed and breakfast have access to a balcony. Guests can access the bed and breakfast via private entrance. Great views, very comfortable accommodation, great restaurant 15 min walk.

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9.5
Exceptional
171 reviews
Price from
US$91
per night

Situated in Nelson, less than 1 km from Tahunanui Beach and 3.9 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Beach side Apartment Nelson features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. This apartment provides a tennis court as well as barbecue facilities. The property is non-smoking and is located 4.2 km from Trafalgar Park. Outstanding views, lovely location. The owner Paul had kindly left out fruit and various sundries for our convenience. The apartment was delightful with a very comfortable bed. The various pottery items, in and around the property, created by Paul and his father, added an extra personal touch.

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9.8
Exceptional
137 reviews
Price from
US$73
per night

Located 5 minutes' walk to the beautiful Tahunanui beach and 8 minute' drive to central Nelson, Apex Motorlodge offers an outdoor swimming pool. Local shops, cafes and restaurants are within walking distance. Very quiet location outside city center near the beach. Lots of restaurants around, very walkable and safe. Staff very friendly, always happy to help.

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9
Superb
398 reviews
Price from
US$90
per night

The Wheelhouse Inn features five self-contained houses and apartments with spectacular sea views, from Nelson's Port Hills to the lovely Tasman Bay. A 5-minute drive from Tahunanui Beach, it offers free WiFi access, free on-site parking and barbecue facilities. Lovely accommodation with amazing views

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9.4
Superb
748 reviews
Price from
US$185
per night

Just 5 minutes’ walk from Tahunanui Beach, Beaches Nelson offers self-contained accommodation with a private balcony or patio. It features a barbecue area, free bicycle rental and free WiFi.

Beaches Nelson is 5 minutes’ drive from Nelson Golf Links, Nelson Airport and Central Nelson. The famous Christ Church Cathedral are each a 10-minute drive away. This is an ideal base for whn you are walking the iconic Abel Tasman track. Nice, clean, comfortable and well equipped studio

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9.4
Superb
781 reviews
Price from
US$104
per night

Arcadia Motel is situated just 3 minutes’ walk from Tahunanui Beach. It has a solar-heated swimming pool and rooms with well-equipped kitchens. WiFi access is free.

The studios and apartments at Arcadia Motel Nelson feature a flat-screen TV with over 50 satellite channels, and a tea/coffee maker. Some rooms offer a private spa bath. The owner was super friendly and really hospitable.

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9.1
Superb
496 reviews
Price from
US$116
per night

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, garden view and a patio, Oceanview Retreat is situated in Nelson. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The apartment has a hot tub and a lift. Beautiful apartment to stay in with plenty of room for us all. It was quiet, warm, comfortable and private with the added bonus of safely being able to park your vehicle under cover. Will definitely recommend and stay again.

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9.4
Superb
15 reviews
Price from
US$488
per night

Located in Nelson, 100 metres from Tahunanui Beach and 4.2 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Silver Sands - Beachside Apartment offers a garden and air conditioning. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 4.4 km from Trafalgar Park. beautiful apartment overlooking the ocean and well located for local attractions beach and shops. we loved the decking and terrace

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9.2
Superb
28 reviews
Price from
US$413
per night

Situated in Nelson, 300 metres from Tahunanui Beach and 3.9 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, WATERFRONT Home offers barbecue facilities and air conditioning. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation features private check-in and check-out and bicycle parking for guests. Amazing location for sea and stunning views, very modern house

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9.4
Superb
32 reviews

Situated in Nelson and only 1.1 km from Tahunanui Beach, MoanaViews features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. It is set 3.6 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson and provides private check-in and check-out. The property is non-smoking and is located 3.5 km from Trafalgar Park. Moana Views was the standout of all the places we stayed at in New Zealand. Had everything we needed, and more. Good location, great views. Helpful friendly hosts. Would recommend to anyone visiting Nelson.

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9.5
Exceptional
65 reviews

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