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Pricing data was last updated on 13 September 2025.
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36 Golf Haven Way, Tahunanui, Nelson, New Zealand
Family-friendly motel in Nelson with a golf course Along with a golf course, this smoke-free motel has laundry facilities and tour/ticket assistance. Free self parking and free airport drop-off are also provided. Additionally, a garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area are onsite. Greens Motel offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily. Guests can play rounds at the 18-hole golf course. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.8
Excellent
728 reviews
Location
4.7 km from city centre
103 Saxton Road East, Nelson, New Zealand
Suburban motel in Nelson with free parking Along with coffee/tea in a common area, this motel has a business center and a meeting room. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include dry cleaning, laundry facilities, and tour/ticket assistance. Saxton Lodge offers 48 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include rainfall showerheads and hydromassage showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. This Nelson motel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
9.1
Excellent
580 reviews
Location
8.3 km from city centre
178 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson, New Zealand
Suburban motel in Nelson with free parking Along with laundry facilities, this motel has tour/ticket assistance and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include barbecue grills and a picnic area. Bella Vista Motel Nelson offers 18 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
8.8
Excellent
378 reviews
Location
3.9 km from city centre
214 Rutherford Street, Nelson, New Zealand
Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Christ Church Cathedral This motel features free use of bicycles, laundry facilities, and tour/ticket assistance. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a garden. Housekeeping is available on request. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and rice cookers. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 35-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the motel include complimentary bicycles. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.3
Excellent
863 reviews
Location
0.9 km from city centre
36 Golf Road, Nelson, New Zealand
Motel with free parking, near Tahunanui Beach Reserve This motel features a seasonal outdoor pool, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and barbecue grills are onsite. Change of towels is available on request. Arcadia Motel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested. Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.1
Excellent
744 reviews
Location
4.0 km from city centre
230 Vanguard Street, Nelson, New Zealand
Motel in Nelson with free parking Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free motel has a library and tour/ticket assistance. Self parking is free. Additionally, a garden, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are onsite. Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park offers 10 accommodations. This Nelson motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.4
Excellent
239 reviews
Location
2.0 km from city centre
5 Paru Paru Road, Nelson, New Zealand
Motel in Nelson with free parking This motel features an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and dry cleaning. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills are onsite. Palms Motel offers 28 accommodations with safes and designer toiletries. A pillow menu is available. 43-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Accommodations at this 4.5-star motel have kitchens with refrigerators and microwaves. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.0
Excellent
855 reviews
Location
0.3 km from city centre
21 Trafalgar Street, The Wood, Nelson, New Zealand
Hotel with free parking, steps from Trafalgar Park This hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include barbecue grills. Kings Gate Motel offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually decorated. 40-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. This Nelson hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool. Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
6.9
Good
677 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
80 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson, New Zealand
Motel with free parking, near Tahunanui Beach Reserve Laundry facilities, a garden, and barbecue grills are available at this motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area. Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge offers 12 accommodations with DVD players and hair dryers. These individually furnished accommodations include dining tables. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. This Nelson motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.6
Excellent
131 reviews
Location
3.5 km from city centre
47 Muritai Street, Tahunanui, Nelson, New Zealand
Eco-certified motel in Nelson with free parking This motel features an outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and tour/ticket assistance. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area are onsite. Balmoral Motel offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. This Nelson motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.8
Excellent
265 reviews
Location
3.6 km from city centre

Travel insights for motels in Nelson

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What is the cheapest month to book a motel in Nelson?

The most affordable month to stay at motel in Nelson is September, with an average price of €37.

What is the cheapest day to stay in a motel in Nelson?

Tuesday is the cheapest day to stay in a motel in Nelson.

How far ahead should you book a motel in Nelson?

To secure the best rate for motel in Nelson, it's advisable to book at least 13 days in advance.

Highest-rated Nelson motels

Pricing data was last updated on 13 September 2025.
Find and compare prices for the top-rated motels in Nelson based on user reviews.
31 Collingwood Street, Nelson, New Zealand
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€59
Avg. per night
214 Rutherford Street, Nelson, New Zealand
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€75
Avg. per night
36 Golf Haven Way, Tahunanui, Nelson, New Zealand
4.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€75
Avg. per night

Cheapest motels in Nelson, New Zealand

Pricing data was last updated on 13 September 2025.
These are some of the lowest-priced motels in Nelson we’ve come across for the dates selected. Motels in Nelson can be found for as low as €39 per night.
230 Vanguard Street, Nelson, New Zealand
2.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€39
Avg. per night
36 Golf Road, Nelson, New Zealand
4.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€57
Avg. per night
21 Trafalgar Street, The Wood, Nelson, New Zealand
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€59
Avg. per night
31 Collingwood Street, Nelson, New Zealand
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€59
Avg. per night
178 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson, New Zealand
3.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
€66
Avg. per night
80 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson, New Zealand
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€70
Avg. per night
73 Oxford Street, Nelson, New Zealand
11.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€70
Avg. per night
5 Paru Paru Road, Nelson, New Zealand
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€72
Avg. per night
36 Golf Haven Way, Tahunanui, Nelson, New Zealand
4.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€75
Avg. per night
214 Rutherford Street, Nelson, New Zealand
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€75
Avg. per night
47 Muritai Street, Tahunanui, Nelson, New Zealand
3.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€78
Avg. per night
103 Saxton Road East, Nelson, New Zealand
8.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
€87
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Nelson, New Zealand

Pricing data was last updated on 13 September 2025.
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305 Redwood Road, Appleby, Nelson, New Zealand
13.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€65
Avg. per night
214 Rutherford Street, Nelson, New Zealand
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€75
Avg. per night
23 Beach Road, Nelson, New Zealand
3.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€60
Avg. per night
294 Queen Street, Nelson, New Zealand
11.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€79
Avg. per night
27 Nile Street West / Trafalgar Square PO Box 248 Nelson, New Zealand, Nelson, New Zealand
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€100
Avg. per night
5 Paru Paru Road, Nelson, New Zealand
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€72
Avg. per night

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