Top of the South

Travel Guide

Top of the South
Picton Harbour featuring forest scenes, cruising and a marina
Picton Harbour which includes boating, a bay or harbor and night scenes
Top of the South
Top of the South

Where to stay in Top of the South

Nelson - Tasman featuring rainforest

Nelson City Centre

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

Nelson City Centre
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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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Waikawa

Travelers like the mountain views in Waikawa, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Waikawa
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Stoke

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

Stoke
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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.

Nelson South
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Maitai

While visiting Maitai, you might make a stop by sights like Centre of New Zealand Monument and Waahi Taakaro Golf Club.

Maitai
The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson

3 out of 5
40 Waimea Road, Nelson
The price is P3,301 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
P3,301
P3,796 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely accomodating staff and pristine room. Nice and close to the city for shopping and restaurant's but far enough away to be quiet."

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2025

The Hotel Nelson
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets, Blenheim
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P4,401 per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
P4,401
P5,062 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Blenheim. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Great stuff
"Late check out. Comfy bed . Handy to everything. Deffs would stay again"

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Edit Picton

Edit Picton

3.5 out of 5
25 Waikawa Road, Marlborough, Picton
The price is P4,739 per night from Oct 17 to Oct 18
P4,739
P5,450 total
Oct 17 - Oct 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff were the standout at Edit motel. My room was tidy and adequate, but not with a sea view (I would probably need to pay more for that). The breakfast was good value."

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2025

Edit Picton
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DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

5 out of 5
43-55 Trafalgar Street, Nelson
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! (1,374 reviews)
"Very friendly and attentive staff"

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson

3.5 out of 5
108-110 Collingwood Street, Nelson
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! (451 reviews)
"Great location and walkable to everything we wanted. Convenient parking out front, and room was comfortable and perfectly appointed for a longer stay. Would definitely book again."

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

Quest Nelson
Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson

4 out of 5
71 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson
Stay at this 4-star golf aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Paddy's Knob Reserve and Burrell Park ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (218 reviews)
"Not only outstanding rooms, but you can't beat service with a smile!"

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

Beaches Nelson
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Popular places to visit

Picton Ferry Terminal

Picton Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Picton Ferry Terminal. You'll find more to see and do in this quaint area.

Picton Ferry Terminal
Picton Harbour which includes boating, a bay or harbor and night scenes

Picton Harbour

Visit a floating maritime museum, board a chartered fishing boat and relax beneath the tall palms that line one of New Zealand’s most important harbours.

Picton Harbour
Christ Church Cathedral

Christ Church Cathedral

After visiting Christ Church Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nelson. 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

Cloudy Bay Vineyards

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Cloudy Bay Vineyards during your travels to Rapaura. While you're here, you can savor the wineries.

Cloudy Bay Vineyards

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 - Tasman featuring rainforest

Nelson

Photo by Mark Wilkinson

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