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The Hotel Nelson

Property class: 3

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Located close to Nelson College and Nelson Hospital, The Hotel Nelson provides a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Flames on 40, offers breakfast, dinner, and al fresco dining. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a business center.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is P3,655
P4,204 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14

Room options

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Studio, Kitchen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a small table, two chairs, a window, and a nightstand.

Studio, Jetted Tub

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white bedding and a blue patterned pillow, flanked by two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

Superior Unit with Spa

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a bed, sofa, and a small table.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a bed, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern living room with a gray sectional sofa, a wooden dining table with chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Executive Apartment, 4 Bedrooms

  • 95 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a window, and a door.

Compact Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

One Bedroom Unit

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Two Bedrooms Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk, and a chair.

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

Superior Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Nelson South, a neighborhood in Nelson, The Hotel Nelson is in the suburbs and near the airport. Founders Heritage Park is a cultural highlight and some of the area's popular attractions include Queens Gardens and Nelson Fun Park. Traveling with kids? Make time for Pic's Peanut Butter World, or check out an event or a game at Trafalgar Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Nelson travel guide
Map
40 Waimea Road, Nelson, 7010

What's nearby

  • Nelson College
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nelson Market
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Queens Gardens
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Trafalgar Park
    3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tern Coffee House
    13 min walk
  • Bobby Franks
    4 min drive
  • The Prince Albert
    19 min walk
  • Coupland's Bakeries
    14 min walk
  • Victus Coffee & Eatery
    18 min walk

About this property

The Hotel Nelson

  • Family-friendly hotel near Nelson College
  • Located close to Nelson Hospital and Christ Church Cathedral, The Hotel Nelson provides a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Flames on 40, offers breakfast, dinner, and al fresco dining. In addition to a bar and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
    • Express check-in, outdoor furniture, and concierge services
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 80 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi, sound-insulated walls, and free newspapers.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and tubs or showers
    • 40-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
    • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Weekday full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 8 to 28 for adults and NZD 5 to 28 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Flames on 40

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Heated pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 30.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 8.00 to 28.00 for adults, and NZD 5.00 to 28.00 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from October to May

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Does The Hotel Nelson have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hotel Nelson?

As of Aug 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hotel Nelson on Sep 13, 2026 start from P3,655, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Hotel Nelson pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Hotel Nelson?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

What time is check-out at The Hotel Nelson?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Hotel Nelson located?

This family-friendly Nelson hotel is located near the airport, within a 15-minute walk of Nelson College, Nelson Hospital, and Christ Church Cathedral. Nelson Market and Queens Gardens are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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