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A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.

A room with a large window overlooking a pool and greenery. There is a table and chairs outside the window.

A balcony with wicker furniture and a view of a river and buildings.

A person dining at a table with a view of the sky and buildings.

1. Tides Hotel

The Wood

P4,000

P4,600 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a potted plant, and a balcony with a view of boats and mountains.

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a desk, a sofa, and a TV.

Terrace/patio

Terrace/patio

2. Harbourside Nelson

Port Nelson

P5,051

P5,808 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A modern hotel room with a large central dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A modern hotel room with two white armchairs, a yellow ottoman, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area, and a large green plant.

A hotel entrance with a covered area, a sign for 'Palazzo', and a 'Lazz' store visible in the background.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a TV.

3. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Nelson City Centre

Kid-friendly fun awaits in Nelson with premium channels, games, and bicycle rentals just steps from Queens Gardens.

P4,436

P5,101 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs.

A room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio with a pool and outdoor furniture.

A hotel room with a bed, a painting of a flamingo, and a view into the dining area.

4. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

The Wood

P4,000

P4,600 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A brick building with a tiled roof, a pond, and a wooden dock.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious living room with leather sofas, a stone fireplace, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A brick building with a pond in front, a wooden bridge, and a well-maintained lawn.

5. Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Nelson

Kid-friendly paradise on the bay with premium entertainment, modern rooms, and beach access just steps away.

P5,077

P5,838 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A dining table set with chairs, a view of a town and hills in the background.

A bar area with various liquor bottles and a glass of orange juice on the counter.

A swimming pool with two lounge chairs, surrounded by a metal fence and trees.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a parking area and a covered entrance.

6. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Nelson City Centre

Scenic family escapes with a seasonal outdoor pool, sauna, and fitness center steps away from Queens Gardens.

P7,384

P8,492 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A balcony with a table set for breakfast, including croissants, a bottle, and a tray with a drink.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.

A living room with a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, a small table, and a balcony with a view.

A room with a desk, two chairs, a TV, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a trash bin.

7. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Nelson City Centre

Family adventures bloom steps from Queens Gardens—discover cribs, bicycles, and free parking for your Nelson escape.

P6,612

P7,604 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the city.

A person seated at a desk with a laptop, a phone, and a remote control.

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a blue sofa and a small table.

8. The Hotel Nelson

Nelson South

Splash into family memories at this Nelson hotel with dual pools, strolling distance to Queens Gardens, and kid-friendly dining.

P3,849

P4,426 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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Pool

Breakfast included

All-inclusive

4 stars

5 stars

Family-friendly hotels with pools in Nelson

A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.

A person dining at a table with a view of the sky and buildings.

A room with a large window overlooking a pool and greenery. There is a table and chairs outside the window.

A hotel room with a bed, a tray with breakfast items, a lamp, and a floral wall.

Tides Hotel

The Wood

P4,000

P4,600 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the city.

A person swimming in a pool with a palm tree and buildings in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a view of the mountains, and a dining area with outdoor seating.

The Hotel Nelson

Nelson South

P3,849

P4,426 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs.

A room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio with a pool and outdoor furniture.

A hotel room with a bed, a painting of a flamingo, and a view into the dining area.

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

The Wood

P4,000

P4,600 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A dining table set with chairs, a view of a town and hills in the background.

A bar area with various liquor bottles and a glass of orange juice on the counter.

A swimming pool with two lounge chairs, surrounded by a metal fence and trees.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a parking area and a covered entrance.

Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Nelson City Centre

P7,384

P8,492 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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.

A poolside area with a table and chairs, a barbecue grill, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A sign for Arcadia Motel advertising amenities like fully equipped modern studio apartments, 1 & 2 bedroom apartments, free unlimited UFB WiFi, solar heated pool, guest laundry, and a guest select full package of sport and movie channels.

A compact room with a dining table, two chairs, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

Arcadia Motel

Tahunanui

P4,677

P5,378 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A motel with a paved driveway, a signboard, and a well-lit entrance.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A backyard with a swimming pool, patio furniture, and a tall tree.

A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a view of the street and hills in the background.

Kings Gate Motel

The Wood

P3,756

P4,320 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Nelson

A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.

A person dining at a table with a view of the sky and buildings.

A room with a large window overlooking a pool and greenery. There is a table and chairs outside the window.

A hotel room with a bed, a tray with breakfast items, a lamp, and a floral wall.

Tides Hotel

The Wood

P4,000

P4,600 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the city.

A person swimming in a pool with a palm tree and buildings in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a view of the mountains, and a dining area with outdoor seating.

The Hotel Nelson

Nelson South

P3,849

P4,426 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with numerous boats.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a microwave, and a plant.

Terrace/patio

Terrace/patio

Harbourside Nelson

Port Nelson

P5,051

P5,808 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs.

A room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio with a pool and outdoor furniture.

A hotel room with a bed, a painting of a flamingo, and a view into the dining area.

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

The Wood

P4,000

P4,600 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a mirror, and a brick wall.

A rustic bar area with a wooden bar counter, stools, and a sign indicating a 'Silence Court Sitting' area.

A building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

A room with a large bay window overlooking a park with picnic tables and greenery.

The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Nelson

P4,892

P5,626 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Top Nelson Hotel Reviews

Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel

8/10 Good

"Friendly team, great service, and a hassle-free stay every time. Definitely my go-to place in town."

Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

8/10 Good

"Great location, clean and tidy units. Public spaces are well maintained. Sometimes the wifi is not so good."

Harbourside Lodge

Harbourside Lodge

8/10 Good

"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"

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."

The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson

8/10 Good

"Great staff"

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Exceptionally clean and well appointed , staff great , laundry in apartment great , parking was possibly inadequate as there is not many spaces ."

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, helpful staff, close to town, everything you need"

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

8/10 Good

"My only negative is about privacy in room. There are curtains on the windows of course but the door is pretty much see thru into the room when any light is on at night"

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice place, has a villa vibe to it. Easy and smooth checkin. Glad I chose this stay 🙂"

Frequently asked questions

What's Nelson like for family-friendly vacations?

The culturally rich destination of Nelson is a great choice if you've been thinking about a vacation with the kids. The beaches, island setting, and museums are just a few things that make this an attractive vacation spot for families. Fly into Nelson (NSN), which is the closest airport, or Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne), which is located 34.6 mi (55.6 km) from the city center.

What's the best hotel for a family vacation in Nelson?

The Hotel Nelson is a hotel with a children's pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good choices for your kid-friendly vacation include Grand Arden Monaco Nelson and Rutherford Hotel Nelson.

How many family-friendly hotels should I expect to find in Nelson?

Expedia has 8 family-friendly hotels and other accommodations in Nelson.

When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Nelson?

The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 61°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 47°F. Average annual precipitation for Nelson is 61 inches.

What's there to see and do with your family in Nelson?

While you are visiting Nelson, you might want to round up the kiddos and make time to see interesting attractions such as Nelson Market, Trafalgar Park, and Founders Heritage Park. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like The Suter and Natureland Zoo.

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