The 10 best motels in Nelson, New Zealand

The best motels in Nelson

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Apex Motorlodge

Located 5 minutes' walk to the beautiful Tahunanui beach and 8 minute' drive to central Nelson, Apex Motorlodge offers an outdoor swimming pool.

Thomas

From

Switzerland

Thanks Tony, was great to stay with you

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 401 reviews

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US$80.25

1 night, 2 adults

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Saxton Lodge

Stoke, Nelson

Saxton Lodge is centrally located between Richmond and Stoke, New Zealand, directly opposite Saxton Field.

Mohamed

From

United Arab Emirates

Very will organised rooms, and it's exceptionally clean and is better than any 5 star hotels.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 260 reviews

Price from

US$114.52

1 night, 2 adults

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The Sails Nelson

Nelson

The Sails offers luxurious 5-star accommodation with free Ultra Fast WIFI, floor-to-ceiling windows and a private balcony or patio. Free on-site parking.

Sandra

From

United Kingdom

Friendly helpful informative and very welcoming

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 641 reviews

Price from

US$289.32

1 night, 2 adults

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Palazzo Motor Lodge

Nelson

Just 350 metres from Nelson's CBD and award-winning cafes, restaurants and shops, Palazzo Motor Lodge offers accommodation with air-conditioning and double glazing in all apartments.

Emily

From

United Kingdom

I was told that staying in a motel was an important part of the New Zealand travel experience and I'm so happy that I chose to stay in what definitely deserves to be rated as the best motel in NZ. Everything about the place was just perfect, from the incredibly friendly reception and helpful tips and recommendations to the beautiful, spotless room with every thing you could ever want or need. I actually was quite taken back by how well equipped the kitchen was with everything that one could ever want. Thank you for all of your kindness and a really lovely comfortable stay. I hope to return!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 993 reviews

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US$103.90

1 night, 2 adults

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Palms Motel

Nelson

Located in the centre of Nelson only 100 metres from the main shopping area, Palms Motel offers self-contained apartments with full kitchen facilities. It also has an outdoor heated swimming pool.

Louise

From

Ireland

The location and size of room.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 708 reviews

Price from

US$126.29

1 night, 2 adults

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Arcadia Motel

Tahunanui, Nelson

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.

Elaine

From

United Kingdom

Would highly recommend this very well cared for motel which was in a great location and within walking distance of the beach. The owners made us feel welcome and were on hand to offer assistance.The unit we stayed in for 4 days was spacious with a sofa and comfortable extra large bed.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 509 reviews

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US$82.66

1 night, 2 adults

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Century Park

Nelson

Century Park offers 5-star Accommodation in Nelson, just a 5-minute flat walk from award-winning restaurants and bars and Nelson's CBD.

Naz W.

From

Canada

Conveniently located and easily accessible. Great room and exceptionally friendly and helpful staff. Would definitely stay here again!!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 325 reviews

Price from

US$127.09

1 night, 2 adults

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Chelsea Park Motor Lodge

Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge is a boutique property offering just 10 spacious, well-appointed apartments, all within a relaxed 5-minute stroll of Nelson’s vibrant city centre.

Patryk

From

Austria

Dean and Tomoko are very nice and helpful people, we felt welcome and since begining till very end they were helping with great tips and advices about the city, restaurants and attractions at place. Room was very clean and cosy, we will gladly recommend this accommodation to everyone! Happy to stay there.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 788 reviews

Price from

US$90.96

1 night, 2 adults

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Cedar Grove Motor Lodge

Nelson

Cedar Grove Motor Lodge offers modern accommodation in the centre of Nelson. Rooms at Cedar Grove feature flat-screen TV’s with satellite channels.

Alana

From

France

Friendliness and helpfulness of the staff.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 329 reviews

Price from

US$114.81

1 night, 2 adults

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Boutique Motel

Stoke, Nelson

Keep it simple with our classic studio, relax and unwind in the spa studio, feel at home in our garden studio or bring the family and stay in the king studios.

Lars

From

Switzerland

The room was brilliant. We had also a spa in the room which was fantastic. Everything very clean and nice.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 552 reviews

Price from

US$86.48

1 night, 2 adults

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