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The Hotel Nelson

3.0 star property
Suburban hotel with a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk

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Seasonal outdoor pool, a heated pool, sun loungers
Exterior
Meeting facility
Meeting facility
Bar (on property)
The Hotel Nelson is close to Nelson College and Christ Church Cathedral. Families love the seasonal outdoor pool with a separate kids' pool. Guests can enjoy breakfast and meals at the on-site Flames on 40 restaurant, which offers al fresco dining.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is P3,301
P3,796 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio, Jetted Tub

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Unit with Spa

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 55 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Living area

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 70 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Private kitchen

Executive Apartment, 4 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 95 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Compact Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

One Bedroom Unit

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Two Bedrooms Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Accessible Superior Studio

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Two Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior King Studio

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Two Double Studio

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio Kitchen

  • Sleeps 3

Studio with Jacuzzi

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior King Studio with SPA

  • Sleeps 2

Compact Studio

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Three Bedrooms Unit

  • Sleeps 6
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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 hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Map
40 Waimea Road, Nelson, 7010

What's nearby

  • Nelson College - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Nelson Hospital - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nelson Market - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hawker House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Lombardi's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Melrose House Cafe - ‬10 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, barbecue grills, 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

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

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Quality Inn Nelson
Quality Nelson
Leisure Hotel Nelson
Hotel Nelson
The Hotel Nelson Hotel
The Hotel Nelson Nelson
The Hotel Nelson Hotel Nelson

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 Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hotel Nelson on Oct 26, 2025 start from P 3,300.99, 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 at The Hotel Nelson?

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).

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Reviews

The Hotel Nelson Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 573 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 318 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely place to stay. The wifi was intermittent and slow.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karthick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very good with enough space and remodeled bathrooms. Definitely recommend for a quick short stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dayveen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

lora

Friendly staff Clean and well maintained
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly staff, clean room, easy walking distance to town centre
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Theresa

Was a bit noisy being near the road but was the cheapest room so not really complaining
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed there because of an event that I attended nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Amenities
Quick check in, friendly staff, very clean and very quiet. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was convenient to two places i had to be for meeting, breakfast was a little disappointing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfect place to relax and walk to shops or dine at the Flame Restaurant. Staff were happy to help.I have no hesitation in recommending Hotel Nelson to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean, tidy and comfortable

Clean, great place, we didnt get to use the pool but it looked good!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Amy Salape Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restraunt was good, staff were lovely, room was always clean. Laundry was easy to access and use, reception quality on the tv was not good
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Handy location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ofanoa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean & quiet. Family oriented especially with the neat and tidy pool , will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
large spacious clean rooms, tvs in each bedroom, ensuite in the apartment, full kitchen, cheap rate
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was good and central , had every thing you needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Apocalyptic vibe
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay in Nelson!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hanifa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rahui

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Would like lifts to upper floor
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean as always and a convenient location to town and hospital. Disappointing the only cutlery in the room was a teaspoon.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable area
Stayed 1 night in May 2025