Maitai
Nelson
Popular places to visit
Centre of New Zealand Monument
You can find out about the history of Nelson with a trip to Centre of New Zealand Monument. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Brook Waimarama Sanctuary
Explore the great outdoors at Brook Waimarama Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Nelson.
Botanical Reserve
Find out about the history of Nelson with a stop at Botanical Reserve. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Waahi Taakaro Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Nelson at Waahi Taakaro Golf Club. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars in Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Things to do
Nelson: Guided Quad Biking Tour Through Forest and Farmland
Nelson: Cable Bay Adventure Park Skywire Experience
Nelson City Walking Tour - Guided
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing
From Nelson: Scenic Helicopter Ride and Mountain Picnic
Top hotels in Maitai
The Hotel Nelson
Very good quality for the money that we spent. A good distance form everything- especially the city center.
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
The Beachcomber Hotel
Everything was perfect. Highly Recommend
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Quest Nelson
Clean, spacious room. Ideally located close to city centre and restaurants.
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
Tides Hotel
Lovely place to stay
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Excellent hotel
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
Character older British style building but was just a place to sleep
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Maitai
The Brook
While visiting The Brook, you might make a stop by sights like Codgers Mountain Bike Park and Brook Waimarama Sanctuary.
Bishopdale
While there might not be top attractions in Bishopdale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Codgers Mountain Bike Park.
Enner Glynn
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Enner Glynn and surrounding area, you can visit World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Isel Park.
Nelson City Centre
Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Montgomery Square and Nelson Market.
Nelson South
Unique features of Nelson South include the spas and restaurants. Make a stop by Fairfield Park or Victory Square while you're exploring the area.
The Wood
If you're spending some time in The Wood, Founders Heritage Park and Trafalgar Park are top sights worth seeing.
