Top of the South
Travel Guide
Visit Top of the South
Where to stay in Top of the South
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.
Waikawa
Travelers like the mountain views in Waikawa, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Stoke
Stoke is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pic's Peanut Butter World and Isel Park.
Renwick
Wineries, restaurants, and gardens highlight some of the noteworthy features of Renwick. Make a stop by Wairau River or Renwick Museum while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Ruby Bay
Ruby Bay is well-liked for its wineries. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Mapua Wharf and Neudorf.
The Hotel Nelson
We didn’t have the breakfast as we walked into town instead for that (Wata cafe is excellent btw!), but the unit we stayed in was everything we wanted and needed for our stay. Great shower, and the pool was lovely as well. Great laundry facilities, and as previously mentioned was only a 15min walk ...
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Nice hotel, very good especially for the price
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
The Boathouse Lodge
Great place to stay. Well equipped kitchen. Hot showers. Clean rooms. Real coffee too. Will be back.
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
Quest Nelson
Spotless tidy good sized room, well located right in the edge of the CBD
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
The staff were lovely, the room was spacious and clean. Will be back
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Beaches Nelson
Kitchen was fully equipped and the staff at reception was very kind, helpful and accommodating.
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
Popular places to visit
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 walkable area.
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.
Te Waikoropupu Springs
Explore the great outdoors at Te Waikoropupu Springs, a lovely green space in Takaka. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre during your trip to Blenheim.
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.
