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Nelson

Popular places to visit

Christ Church Cathedral

Christ Church Cathedral

Learn about the local history of Nelson when you take a trip to Christ Church Cathedral. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Christ Church Cathedral

Trafalgar Park

Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Trafalgar Park

Nelson Hospital

Though Nelson Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Nelson while you are here.

Nelson Hospital

Nelson Market

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Nelson Market during your trip to Nelson. Wander around the parks or enjoy the area's cafes.

Nelson Market

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.

World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars

Queens Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Queens Gardens, a lovely green space in Nelson. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Queens Gardens

Things to do

Nelson: Cable Bay Adventure Park Skywire Experience

Nelson: Cable Bay Adventure Park Skywire Experience

P3,786
per adult
Nelson: Cable Bay Adventure Park Skywire Experience
Nelson: Guided Quad Biking Tour Through Forest and Farmland

Nelson: Guided Quad Biking Tour Through Forest and Farmland

P4,646
per adult
Nelson: Guided Quad Biking Tour Through Forest and Farmland
Spooner's Tunnel entrance

Tunnel to Town

P4,887
per adult
Tunnel to Town
Tunnel to Town - Via Mapua

Tunnel to Town - Via Mapua

P5,901
per adult
Tunnel to Town - Via Mapua
Epic Skydive over Abel Tasman

18,000ft Tandem Skydive over Abel Tasman

P27,499
per adult
18,000ft Tandem Skydive over Abel Tasman
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing

Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing

P119,012
per traveler
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing
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Top hotels in Wakatu

The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson

3 out of 5
40 Waimea Road, Nelson
The price is P3,433 per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
P3,433
P3,948 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Lack of kitchen facilities, the room had a jug and small amount of coffee and tea sachets but nowhere adequate to fill jug nicely as it was awkward to fill in bathroom sink, and no brush to clean cups for re use. Also the bath tub drain has a water backing up issue. Other than that the room was really ..."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

The Hotel Nelson
Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel

4.5 out of 5
66 Trafalgar Street, Nelson
The price is P3,548 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P3,548
P4,081 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"Lovely friendly staff. Perfect location to town, only a 2 minute walk over the bridge to town. Easy route from the airport. Breakfast at the restaurant was good. Will definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

Tides Hotel
Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson

4 out of 5
Trafalgar Square, Nelson
The price is P6,068 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
P6,068
P6,978 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (572 reviews)
"A"

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025

Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson

3.5 out of 5
108-110 Collingwood Street, Nelson
The price is P4,731 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P4,731
P5,441 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a business center. Popular attractions Nelson Provincial ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (442 reviews)
"Quest hotels are always good, but Nelson is incredible, freshly renovated, central to shopping and dining, easy parking. Great for travelling with babies, the rooms are so quiet and dark and the portacot was assembled in our room on arrival Nothing is an issue for the friendly team. Amazing ..."

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Quest Nelson
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

5 out of 5
43-55 Trafalgar Street, Nelson
The price is P3,548 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P3,548
P4,081 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,362 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"

Reviewed on Jul 24, 2025

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge

5 out of 5
197 Rutherford Street, Nelson
The price is P3,880 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
P3,880
P4,462 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Flamedaisy Glass Design and Christ ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (308 reviews)
"Great place to stay, a short drive be to city or a comfortable walk. Would be happy to stay here again when visiting Nelson."

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025

Century Park Motor Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Wakatu

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Annesbrook

While visiting Annesbrook, you might make a stop by sights like World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Golf Links.

Annesbrook
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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.

Tahunanui
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Bishopdale

While there might not be top attractions in Bishopdale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Codgers Mountain Bike Park and World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars.

Bishopdale
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Toi Toi

Toi Toi might not have many top sights, but Christ Church Cathedral and Nelson Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Toi Toi
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Moana

While Moana might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Natureland Zoo.

Moana
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Nelson Airport

While Nelson Airport isn't home to many top sights, World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Golf Links are some notable places to visit nearby.

Nelson Airport

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