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Our top choices for Wakatu hotels

A beach with a sunset, calm water, and a distant shoreline.

1. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 1.6 km from Wakatu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (252 reviews)
"Good location for our trip. Nice and clean room. Reception staff very helpful."
Australia
Nicole
The price is P5,401
P6,212 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Beaches Nelson
A hotel room with a large bed, a fan, a window with curtains, a mirror, and a view of a golf course.

2. The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 1.9 km from Wakatu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (697 reviews)
"Clean and friendly staff"
Canada
Carey
The price is P4,451
P5,119 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
The Beachcomber Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the city.

3. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South, 2.9 km from Wakatu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (999 reviews)
"Room was great but would of been good to at least have had a microwave. Love that had the restaurant right there. Great food and staff"
Australia
Marg
The price is P4,600
P5,290 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
The Hotel Nelson
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden dining table, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

4. Greens Motel

Greens Motel
3.5 star property
Annesbrook, 1.7 km from Wakatu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (243 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Mark
The price is P5,397
P6,206 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Greens Motel
A brick building with a tiled roof, a pond, and a wooden dock.

5. Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
3.5 star property
2.8 km from Wakatu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (914 reviews)
"Was wondering stay, specially booked for 2 nights was amazing"
Australia
Gurwinder
The price is P7,932
P9,122 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
A room with a grey sofa, teal chairs, a wooden table, and two pendant lights.

6. Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
4.5 star property
Tahunanui, 1.9 km from Wakatu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (281 reviews)
"Great location, friendly and helpful staff."
Australia
Wendy
The price is P4,548
P5,231 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
A waterfront restaurant with outdoor seating, a large tree, and a reflection in the water.

7. Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
The Wood, 4.2 km from Wakatu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly team, great service, and a hassle-free stay every time. Definitely my go-to place in town."
Australia
Diane
The price is P4,436
P5,101 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Tides Hotel
A two-story residential building with a covered driveway and a well-maintained garden.

8. Arrow Motel Apartments

Arrow Motel Apartments
3.0 star property
Tahunanui, 1.8 km from Wakatu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (130 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Stephen
The price is P4,185
P4,813 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Arrow Motel Apartments
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a view of the outside.

9. Arcadia Motel

Arcadia Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 1.7 km from Wakatu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (224 reviews)
"Staff was quick to respond and very accommodating to our late arrival. Very comfy beds and quiet area."
United States
Beverly
The price is P5,219
P6,002 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Arcadia Motel
A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

10. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson
4.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 3.5 km from Wakatu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (646 reviews)
"Easy location parking and food onsite"
New Zealand
Jason
The price is P7,521
P8,649 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
A multi-story building with the sign 'QUEST' at the top, featuring a modern design with multiple windows and a flat roof.

11. Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 4 km from Wakatu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (520 reviews)
"Great staff."
Australia
Angela
The price is P4,912
P5,649 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Quest Nelson
A parking lot with several cars, including a white van with 'Petrotec' branding, and a building with a sloped roof in the background.

12. Amber Court Motel Nelson

Amber Court Motel Nelson
3.0 star property
Tahunanui, 0.9 km from Wakatu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (294 reviews)
"Friendly staff, Clean and tidy place to stay."
Australia
Atit
The price is P4,350
P5,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Amber Court Motel Nelson
A hotel entrance with a covered area, columns, and a sign for 'Palazzo Pizza'.

13. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 3.4 km from Wakatu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (634 reviews)
"Warm clean and close to everything"
Australia
Sandra
The price is P4,632
P5,326 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Palazzo Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a nightstand, a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a potted plant.

14. Tudor Lodge Motel

Tudor Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 1.6 km from Wakatu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (230 reviews)
"Lovely clean and spacious room, comfy bed and all the key amenities on the room and kitchen. The owner was super friendly and helpful, would recommend to friends and family"
Australia
Natasha
The price is P4,589
P5,277 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Tudor Lodge Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a small kitchenette, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

15. Bella Vista Motel Nelson

Bella Vista Motel Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 0.9 km from Wakatu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (211 reviews)
"Handy location and very helpful staff. "
Australia
Ian
The price is P4,837
P5,563 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Bella Vista Motel Nelson
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a wardrobe, and a small table with a plant.

16. Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 1.7 km from Wakatu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (216 reviews)
"Great. Very clean, parking right near the room."
Australia
Mikey
The price is P3,524
P4,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
A modern house with a balcony, large windows, and a dining area.

17. Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 3.3 km from Wakatu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (375 reviews)
"It was quiet and within walking distance of downtown and a few restaurants very friendly place"
United States
Michael Diana
The price is P6,576
P7,562 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Century Park Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a TV, and two framed artworks on the wall.

18. Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only

Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
3.0 star property
Tahunanui, 1.8 km from Wakatu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (180 reviews)
"Great place"
New Zealand
Jodi
The price is P4,752
P5,465 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
A two-story wooden cabin with large windows, a balcony, and surrounded by dense forest.

19. The Wheelhouse Inn

The Wheelhouse Inn
3.5 star property
Britannia Heights, 2.8 km from Wakatu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (241 reviews)
"Nice view"
Singapore
GERALDINE HUEY YING
The price is P8,673
P9,974 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
The Wheelhouse Inn
A waterfront property with a two-story house featuring a balcony, a swimming pool, and a rocky shoreline.

20. Harbourside Nelson

Harbourside Nelson
4.0 star property
Port Nelson, 4.6 km from Wakatu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (709 reviews)
"We extended our stay twice and could not be happier with both the rooms and the most helpful friendly staff"
Australia
Mark
The price is P5,774
P6,641 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Harbourside Nelson
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Compare popular hotels in Wakatu

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A beach with a sunset, calm water, and a distant shoreline.
Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
252 reviews
View
A hotel room with a large bed, a fan, a window with curtains, a mirror, and a view of a golf course.
The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
697 reviews
View
A brick building with a tiled roof, a pond, and a wooden dock.
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
914 reviews
View
A hotel entrance with a covered area, columns, and a sign for 'Palazzo Pizza'.
Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
634 reviews
View
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.
The Sails Nelson
5.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
755 reviews
View

Where to stay in Wakatu

Find the best Wakatu areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a view of the ocean and mountains in the background.

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 coastal landscape with prominent rock formations and calm sea.

Stoke

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

A beach with kites flying in the sky, mountains in the background, and a clear sky.

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.

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 Wakatu Hotel Reviews

Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

8/10 Good
"The studio was clean, family friendly and spacious. The kitchen does not have a frying pan. This holiday park is on a very convenient location, near town and beach"
Elizabeth Cornelia 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

Frequently asked questions

What is Wakatu like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Nelson's Wakatu neighborhood has to offer.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Wakatu, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Wakatu.
What is there to do around this Nelson neighborhood?
A few places to visit in the area around Wakatu include World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars, Burrell Park, and Nelson Golf Club. While you're out sightseeing, Paddy's Knob Reserve and Isel Park are a couple of additional sights to visit in Nelson.

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