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Our top choices for Nelson South hotels

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1. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"The breakfast was excellent"
Australia
Andrew
The price is P3,724
P4,283 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
The Hotel Nelson
Interior detail

2. Admirals Motor Inn

Admirals Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (367 reviews)
"Fantastic staff. So friendly. I really enjoy staying here"
Australia
Brendon
The price is P4,150
P4,773 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Admirals Motor Inn
Terrace/patio

3. Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park

Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (178 reviews)
"Immaculate, well-equipped room; great service and location (15-minute walk from CBD). "
Australia
Guy
The price is P3,422
P4,034 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
Balcony view

4. Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 0.9 km from Nelson South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (365 reviews)
"The staff were helpful at check in. The rooms were comfortable and clean. I would recommend this location"
Australia
Gavin
The price is P4,744
P5,456 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Century Park Motor Lodge
Room

5. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1 km from Nelson South
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (616 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay lovely clean unit , great location,will be back"
Australia
Murray
The price is P4,317
P4,964 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Palazzo Motor Lodge
Breakfast meal

6. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 0.8 km from Nelson South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (460 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay. Loved our room, great location & super helpful & friendly staff too 10/10."
Australia
Bronwyn
The price is P4,606
P5,297 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
Restaurant

7. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson
4.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1.1 km from Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (641 reviews)
"Great staff at reception and central location"
Australia
Anthony
The price is P7,699
P8,854 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Exterior

8. Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
The Wood, 1.9 km from Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"Pleasant stay and great location."
Australia
Nicholas
The price is P3,529
P4,058 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Tides Hotel
Pool

9. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
The Wood, 2 km from Nelson South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,426 reviews)
"Great property"
Australia
Damian
The price is P3,850
P4,427 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Exterior

10. Harbourside Lodge

Harbourside Lodge
4.0 star property
Port Nelson, 2.5 km from Nelson South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (688 reviews)
"Had everything you needed nice and quiet ."
Australia
Wayne
The price is P6,121
P7,039 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Harbourside Lodge
Reception

11. The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 2.3 km from Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (687 reviews)
"So convenient to the beautiful Sandy beach and a large selection of activities. Great shopping from Nelson to Richmond. Well priced and very helpful and friendly staff😘"
Australia
Shirl
The price is P4,620
P5,312 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
The Beachcomber Hotel
Front of property

12. Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1.6 km from Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (512 reviews)
"Very helpful and friendly staff with clean and neat rooms."
Australia
Gideon
The price is P4,812
P5,534 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Quest Nelson
Food and drink

13. The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson
5.0 star property
The Wood, 2.2 km from Nelson South
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (747 reviews)
"good location, helpful staff. Great place to stay"
Australia
Suzannah
The price is P4,648
P5,346 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
The Sails Nelson
Private kitchenette

14. Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 2.2 km from Nelson South
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (199 reviews)
"Very comfortable place to stay. Handy to everything."
Australia
Shayne
The price is P3,494
P4,018 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
Interior

15. The Wheelhouse Inn

The Wheelhouse Inn
3.5 star property
Britannia Heights, 1.7 km from Nelson South
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (238 reviews)
"Amazing views, had everything we needed. Wish we would have stayed longer, and would happily stay here again!"
United States
Kate
The price is P7,218
P8,301 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
The Wheelhouse Inn
Pool

16. Palms Motel

Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1.7 km from Nelson South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (327 reviews)
"Clean, warm and great location"
Australia
Lisa
The price is P5,197
P5,977 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Palms Motel
View from room

17. Balmoral Motel

Balmoral Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 2.5 km from Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (196 reviews)
"Great location, very clean and comfortable beds. We had a great stay"
Australia
Casey
The price is P3,641
P4,187 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Balmoral Motel
Private kitchen

18. Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only

Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
3.0 star property
Tahunanui, 2.3 km from Nelson South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (179 reviews)
"Great place"
New Zealand
Jodi
The price is P4,484
P5,157 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
Front of property

19. Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge

Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
2.5 star property
Tahunanui, 2.3 km from Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (88 reviews)
"Great location Room was clean the owner and his wife where fantastic very helpful with local knowledge Would definitely stay there again if I was in Nelson"
Australia
Tharon
The price is P4,106
P4,722 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
Room

20. Ah House Nelson City B&B

Ah House Nelson City B&B
4.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1 km from Nelson South
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"This is a lovely bed and breakfast, and the two owners (Mark and John) are amazing hosts, that do everything to ensure you have a great experience. Highly recommended!"
United States
Terry
The price is P11,087
P12,750 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Ah House Nelson City B&B
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Where to stay in Nelson South

Find the best Nelson South areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A stone monument with a carved figure, a tall tower with a pointed roof, and a clear sky.
Photo by Mark Wilkinson
Open Photo by Mark Wilkinson

Nelson City Centre

Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Market and Queens Gardens.

A coastal town with houses on a hillside, a road with vehicles, and a large mountain in the background.

Tahunanui

Tahunanui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Natureland Zoo while you're in town.

A beach with a sandy shore, calm water, and a small island with trees.

Stoke

Stoke is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like McCashin's Brewery and Marsden Recreation Ground.

Toi Toi

Toi Toi might not have many top sights, but Nelson Market and Tahunanui Beach Reserve are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

A waterfall surrounded by rocks and lush green foliage.

The Wood

If you're spending some time in The Wood, Founders Heritage Park and Trafalgar Park are top sights worth seeing.

Top Nelson South Hotel Reviews

The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson

8/10 Good
"While the property is well presented and the rooms and housekeeping very good, the same cannot be said about the staff. The front desk reception staff member spent over 10 minutes on a phone call before acknowledging my presence (and another guest checking in at the same time) and providing the room key. The staff in general around the property seem very ambivalent - customer service is certainly not part of their mantra."
Stephen 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Hotel Nelson

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Nelson South?
Nelson South is a welcoming neighborhood that travelers like for its restaurants and bars. Are you looking for Nelson South travel tips? Be sure to check out Fairfield Park and Victory Square while you're in the neighborhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Nelson South?
Based on our traveler data, The Hotel Nelson is one of the top choices for your stay in Nelson South. This hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood include Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park and Admirals Motor Inn.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Nelson South?
If you're searching for places to stay in Nelson, choose from one of Expedia's 18 hotels and other accommodations in Nelson South.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Nelson South, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Nelson South.
What is there to do in this Nelson neighborhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Nelson South with a visit to Fairfield Park and Victory Square. While you're out sightseeing in Nelson, be sure to visit other sights like Flamedaisy Glass Design or Nelson Provincial Museum.

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