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Our top choices for Top of the South beach hotels

A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.

A balcony with wicker furniture and a view of a river and buildings.

A room with a large window overlooking a pool and greenery. There is a table and chairs outside the window.

A person dining at a table with a view of the sky and buildings.

1. Tides Hotel

The Wood

Bask in the coastal beauty at this hotel, just a 5-minute drive from dramatic black sand beaches with complimentary towels provided.

P3,748

P4,310 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern hotel room with a large central dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A hotel entrance with a covered area, a sign for 'Palazzo', and a 'Lazz' store visible in the background.

A modern hotel room with two white armchairs, a yellow ottoman, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area, and a large green plant.

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

2. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Nelson City Centre

P3,753

P4,316 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a large window with curtains, and a view of buildings and hills.

A modern living room with a dining table, a sofa, a green armchair, and a lamp.

A multi-story building with a sign reading "QUEST" at the top. There are several cars parked in front, and the building has multiple windows with lights on.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a washing machine, a kitchenette, and a dining area.

3. Quest Nelson

Nelson City Centre

P4,685

P5,388 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A waterfront property with a boat docked in front of a yellow building with a red roof.

A balcony with a table and chairs, a view of the marina, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a potted plant, and a balcony with a view of boats and mountains.

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a desk, a sofa, and a TV.

4. Harbourside Lodge

Port Nelson

P5,124

P5,893 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A breakfast tray with a croissant, fruit preserves, and two glasses of champagne on a white table in a modern hotel room with a view of a cityscape.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A modern two-story building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and a landscaped garden area.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a white sink, a vanity with storage, and a separate bathtub area.

5. The Sails Nelson

The Wood

P6,138

P7,059 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.

A hotel room with a bed, a painting of a flamingo, and a view into the dining area.

A wall mural with a peacock and floral design.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs.

6. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

The Wood

P3,904

P4,490 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A wide beach with a clear sky and distant mountains.

A hotel room with a large bed, two black pillows, a wooden headboard, and two wall-mounted lights.

A modern room with a glass table, a chair, a dining table, and a view through a window with curtains.

A modern, clean hallway with a potted plant, glass railing, and a view of the outside.

7. Beaches Nelson

Tahunanui

Unwind near Tahunanui Beach Reserve with beach towels provided and a five-minute stroll to golden sands and swimmable waters.

P4,846

P5,573 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A balcony with a table set for breakfast, including croissants, a bottle, and a tray with a drink.

A room with a desk, two chairs, a TV, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a trash bin.

A balcony with two white chairs and a small table with a plant.

A living room with a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, a small table, and a balcony with a view.

8. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Nelson City Centre

Beach getaway bliss with pristine shores just a quick 4-minute drive away, offering sun-drenched relaxation and coastal charm.

P5,271

P6,061 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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5 stars

All-inclusive

Beach hotels with pools in Top of the South

A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.

A room with a large window overlooking a pool and greenery. There is a table and chairs outside the window.

A person dining at a table with a view of the sky and buildings.

A hotel room with a bed, a tray with breakfast items, a lamp, and a floral wall.

Tides Hotel

The Wood

P3,748

P4,310 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A dining table set with chairs, a view of a town and hills in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a parking area and a covered entrance.

A bar area with various liquor bottles and a glass of orange juice on the counter.

A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Nelson City Centre

P7,492

P8,615 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.

A hotel room with a bed, a painting of a flamingo, and a view into the dining area.

A wall mural with a peacock and floral design.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs.

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

The Wood

P3,904

P4,490 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.

A hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a view of the mountains, and a dining area with outdoor seating.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the city.

A person swimming in a pool with a palm tree and buildings in the background.

The Hotel Nelson

Nelson South

P3,905

P4,491 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A reception area with a counter, seating, and a sign welcoming guests to breakfast.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of a golf course, and framed pictures on the wall.

A buffet table with various food items and a milk jug.

A hotel with a traditional architectural style, featuring a curved roof and multiple windows.

The Beachcomber Hotel

Tahunanui

P4,498

P5,172 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

An aerial view of a swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a brick patio and palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, a lamp, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the street outside.

A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple buildings with red-tiled roofs, and a palm tree.

Palms Motel

Nelson City Centre

P5,060

P5,819 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A motel with a two-story structure, a driveway leading to the entrance, and a parking area.

A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a window.

A patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a tiled floor.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and refrigerator. There is a dining table with chairs and a vase with flowers.

Arrow Motel Apartments

Tahunanui

P3,936

P4,526 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of a car and a fence.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a visible toilet, and a sink.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, coffee maker, and a sink.

A courtyard with a wooden table and chairs under a large umbrella, surrounded by a fence and a building with balconies.

Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only

Tahunanui

P4,849

P5,576 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A hotel room with a bed, a glass table, a blue sofa, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern kitchen with a bar area, a dining table, and a white chair.

A swimming pool with white chairs and a palm tree.

A motel reception area with outdoor seating and a brick facade.

Balmoral Motel

Tahunanui

P3,543

P4,074 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the outside.

A compact room with a dining table, two chairs, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, a small side table, and a potted plant.

A sign for Arcadia Motel advertising amenities like fully equipped modern studio apartments, 1 & 2 bedroom apartments, free unlimited UFB WiFi, solar heated pool, guest laundry, and a guest select full package of sport and movie channels.

Arcadia Motel

Tahunanui

P4,373

P5,029 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Top of the South

A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.

A room with a large window overlooking a pool and greenery. There is a table and chairs outside the window.

A person dining at a table with a view of the sky and buildings.

A hotel room with a bed, a tray with breakfast items, a lamp, and a floral wall.

Tides Hotel

The Wood

P3,748

P4,310 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A waterfront property with a boat docked in front of a yellow building with a red roof.

A waterfront hotel with a red-tiled roof, balconies, and a boat docked nearby.

A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with numerous boats.

A room with a view of a street outside, a chain barrier, and a chair with a cushion.

Harbourside Lodge

Port Nelson

P5,124

P5,893 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.

A hotel room with a bed, a painting of a flamingo, and a view into the dining area.

A wall mural with a peacock and floral design.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs.

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

The Wood

P3,904

P4,490 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.

A hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a view of the mountains, and a dining area with outdoor seating.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the city.

A person swimming in a pool with a palm tree and buildings in the background.

The Hotel Nelson

Nelson South

P3,905

P4,491 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A reception area with a counter, seating, and a sign welcoming guests to breakfast.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of a golf course, and framed pictures on the wall.

A buffet table with various food items and a milk jug.

A hotel with a traditional architectural style, featuring a curved roof and multiple windows.

The Beachcomber Hotel

Tahunanui

P4,498

P5,172 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a mirror, and a brick wall.

A building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

A bar area with wooden decor, a counter with various items, and a display case with pastries.

A room with a large bay window overlooking a park with picnic tables and greenery.

The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Nelson

P4,470

P5,140 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A cozy cottage with a wooden exterior, a patio with outdoor seating, and a garden area with potted plants and a small table.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV stand, and a fireplace. There is a window with curtains and a plant on the windowsill.

A dining table set with blue and white plates, a vase with flowers, and a tray with glasses and a pitcher.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a view of the garden through sliding doors, and a cozy seating area with a chair and table.

Ah House Nelson City B&B

Nelson City Centre

P10,795

P12,414 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A dining table with chairs and candles, a window with a view of a beach and ocean, and decorative lights.

A house with a swimming pool, a stone exterior, and a large glass door.

A log cabin bedroom with two beds, a wardrobe, and a large window.

A wooden cabin room with a bed, a table, and chairs. There is a large window with a view of greenery and a building.

Kimi Ora Eco Resort

Kaiteriteri

P6,066

P6,976 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A night scene with two chairs on a wooden deck under a starry sky.

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a built-in oven, and a large window with a view of palm trees.

A rural landscape with a clear sky, rolling hills, and a variety of vegetation.

A sandy beach with footprints leading towards the water.

Eden's Edge Lodge

Riwaka

P5,385

P6,192 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoor patio area.

A modern living room with a bar area, wicker furniture, and pendant lighting.

A modern outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a round table, and large windows offering a view of greenery.

A beach with sand dunes and rocky outcrops.

Ratanui Lodge

Pohara

P12,439

P14,305 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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4-star beach hotels in Top of the South

A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.

A room with a large window overlooking a pool and greenery. There is a table and chairs outside the window.

A person dining at a table with a view of the sky and buildings.

A hotel room with a bed, a tray with breakfast items, a lamp, and a floral wall.

Tides Hotel

The Wood

P3,748

P4,310 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A waterfront property with a boat docked in front of a yellow building with a red roof.

A waterfront hotel with a red-tiled roof, balconies, and a boat docked nearby.

A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with numerous boats.

A room with a view of a street outside, a chain barrier, and a chair with a cushion.

Harbourside Lodge

Port Nelson

P5,124

P5,893 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A wide beach with a clear sky and distant mountains.

A hotel room with a large bed, two black pillows, a wooden headboard, and two wall-mounted lights.

A modern room with a glass table, a chair, a dining table, and a view through a window with curtains.

A modern, clean hallway with a potted plant, glass railing, and a view of the outside.

Beaches Nelson

Tahunanui

P4,846

P5,573 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A dining table set with chairs, a view of a town and hills in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a parking area and a covered entrance.

A bar area with various liquor bottles and a glass of orange juice on the counter.

A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Nelson City Centre

P7,492

P8,615 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A hotel room with two beds, a small kitchenette, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A room with a view of a red-roofed building, a balcony with a chair, and a table with two mugs.

A compact kitchen with a built-in oven, a microwave, and a dishwasher.

A modern hotel with a two-story structure, a covered parking area, and a hillside backdrop.

Bella Vista Motel Nelson

Tahunanui

P4,630

P5,324 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

An aerial view of a swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a brick patio and palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, a lamp, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the street outside.

A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple buildings with red-tiled roofs, and a palm tree.

Palms Motel

Nelson City Centre

P5,060

P5,819 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A room with a grey sofa, teal chairs, a wooden table, and two pendant lights.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a grey ottoman, and a glass coffee table. There is a painting on the wall and a window with curtains.

A wooden deck with two beige armchairs and a small round table, overlooking a grassy yard and a building with a sign that reads "GALLERY".

Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

Tahunanui

P3,877

P4,458 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a mirror, and a brick wall.

A building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

A bar area with wooden decor, a counter with various items, and a display case with pastries.

A room with a large bay window overlooking a park with picnic tables and greenery.

The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Nelson

P4,470

P5,140 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a stove, and a refrigerator. There is a bar stool and a couch in the living area.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a sink, and a mirror.

A compact room with a bench, a table, a kitchenette, and a door leading to another room.

A compact kitchen with a sink, microwave, and a small dining area with a table and chairs.

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Tahunanui

P3,399

P3,909 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A cozy cottage with a wooden exterior, a patio with outdoor seating, and a garden area with potted plants and a small table.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV stand, and a fireplace. There is a window with curtains and a plant on the windowsill.

A dining table set with blue and white plates, a vase with flowers, and a tray with glasses and a pitcher.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a view of the garden through sliding doors, and a cozy seating area with a chair and table.

Ah House Nelson City B&B

Nelson City Centre

P10,795

P12,414 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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Top Top of the South Hotel Reviews

The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson

8/10 Good

"Great staff"

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Exceptionally clean and well appointed , staff great , laundry in apartment great , parking was possibly inadequate as there is not many spaces ."

The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, friendly staff, great location"

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

10/10 Excellent

"in the centre of picton town was quiet, affordable and clean"

Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay, in walking distance to the shopping centre. Jake in reception was incredible, helping us with a booking problem. He was extremely welcoming and a wonderful asset to Quest."

The Barn Cabins & Camp

The Barn Cabins & Camp

10/10 Excellent

"It was a very nice stay"

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