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Apex Motorlodge

Tahunanui, Nelson

Located 5 minutes' walk to the beautiful Tahunanui beach and 8 minute' drive to central Nelson, Apex Motorlodge offers an outdoor swimming pool.

T
Thomas
From
Switzerland
Thanks Tony, was great to stay with you
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 402 reviews
Price from
US$80.25
1 night, 2 adults

The Sails Nelson

Nelson

The Sails offers luxurious 5-star accommodation with free Ultra Fast WIFI, floor-to-ceiling windows and a private balcony or patio. Free on-site parking.

F
Frans
From
Netherlands
Great hotel, good located, services exceeded my expectations. Great hosts, very helpfull. Highly recommended. A+++
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 640 reviews
Price from
US$289.32
1 night, 2 adults

Palazzo Motor Lodge

Nelson

Just 350 metres from Nelson's CBD and award-winning cafes, restaurants and shops, Palazzo Motor Lodge offers accommodation with air-conditioning and double glazing in all apartments.

E
Emily
From
United Kingdom
I was told that staying in a motel was an important part of the New Zealand travel experience and I'm so happy that I chose to stay in what definitely deserves to be rated as the best motel in NZ. Everything about the place was just perfect, from the incredibly friendly reception and helpful tips and recommendations to the beautiful, spotless room with every thing you could ever want or need. I actually was quite taken back by how well equipped the kitchen was with everything that one could ever want. Thank you for all of your kindness and a really lovely comfortable stay. I hope to return!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 992 reviews
Price from
US$103.90
1 night, 2 adults

Palms Motel

Nelson

Located in the centre of Nelson only 100 metres from the main shopping area, Palms Motel offers self-contained apartments with full kitchen facilities. It also has an outdoor heated swimming pool.

L
Louise
From
Ireland
The location and size of room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 709 reviews
Price from
US$126.29
1 night, 2 adults

Arcadia Motel

Tahunanui, Nelson

Arcadia Motel is situated just 3 minutes’ walk from Tahunanui Beach. It has a solar-heated swimming pool and rooms with well-equipped kitchens. WiFi access is free.

G
Gaurav
From
India
Great property. Very clean and spacious rooms . Host was really great and makes an extra effort to make you feel comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 509 reviews
Price from
US$82.66
1 night, 2 adults

Century Park

Nelson

Century Park offers 5-star Accommodation in Nelson, just a 5-minute flat walk from award-winning restaurants and bars and Nelson's CBD.

E
Elmarie
From
South Africa
Beautiful room, very comfortable!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 325 reviews
Price from
US$127.09
1 night, 2 adults

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge

Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge is a boutique property offering just 10 spacious, well-appointed apartments, all within a relaxed 5-minute stroll of Nelson’s vibrant city centre.

J
James
From
Australia
Very welcoming check in. All you needed in a room for a short stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 788 reviews
Price from
US$90.96
1 night, 2 adults

Cedar Grove Motor Lodge

Nelson

Cedar Grove Motor Lodge offers modern accommodation in the centre of Nelson. Rooms at Cedar Grove feature flat-screen TV’s with satellite channels.

A
Alana
From
France
Friendliness and helpfulness of the staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 329 reviews
Price from
US$114.81
1 night, 2 adults

Boutique Motel

Stoke, Nelson

Keep it simple with our classic studio, relax and unwind in the spa studio, feel at home in our garden studio or bring the family and stay in the king studios.

M
Morten Dreisig
From
Denmark
Very clean and well equipped rooms. Des was very nice and helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 552 reviews
Price from
US$86.48
1 night, 2 adults

Admirals Motor Inn

Nelson

Admirals Motor Inn offers self-contained units with kitchen facilities, private bathroom and spacious lounge area with satellite TV and free WiFi. Guests have access to a shared laundry.

P
Pekka
From
Finland
Clean room, friendly service !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,059 reviews
Price from
US$167.01
1 night, 2 adults
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Both travellers on the road and on a budget rely on motels for convenient stops with reasonable rates. Direct access to parking makes a motel an easy place to catch some sleep after a day of driving. The relatively smaller size of this accommodation type can also help to make check-in quick and easy.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
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Enjoy breakfast in Nelson and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 795 reviews

Waimarie on Riverside Motel & Apartments is set in the heart of the Nelson city centre, 500 metres from Trafalgar Park. Free WiFi is provided and free private parking is available on site.

From US$91.85 per night

Palms Motel

Nelson
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 709 reviews

Located in the centre of Nelson only 100 metres from the main shopping area, Palms Motel offers self-contained apartments with full kitchen facilities. It also has an outdoor heated swimming pool.

From US$157.86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 329 reviews

Cedar Grove Motor Lodge offers modern accommodation in the centre of Nelson. Rooms at Cedar Grove feature flat-screen TV’s with satellite channels.

From US$128.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 788 reviews

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge is a boutique property offering just 10 spacious, well-appointed apartments, all within a relaxed 5-minute stroll of Nelson’s vibrant city centre.

From US$119.17 per night

Harbourside Lodge

Nelson
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 530 reviews

Located on the Port Nelson Marina, Harbourside Lodge guests enjoy free WiFi and free parking.All accommodation features Smart TV with free Netflix and free spark sport.Some rooms have a balcony or sea...

From US$131.46 per night

Admirals Motor Inn

Nelson
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,059 reviews

Admirals Motor Inn offers self-contained units with kitchen facilities, private bathroom and spacious lounge area with satellite TV and free WiFi. Guests have access to a shared laundry.

From US$109.53 per night

Beaches Nelson

Nelson
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 790 reviews

Just 5 minutes’ walk from Tahunanui Beach, Beaches Nelson offers self-contained accommodation with a private balcony or patio. It features a barbecue area, free bicycle rental and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 917 reviews

Offering accommodation with a private courtyard for each unit, Tudor Lodge is just 7 minutes’ drive from Nelson Airport and the bus terminal.

From US$86.11 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these motels in Nelson and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

Location - Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge is ideally situated just 600 metres from Tahunanui Beach as well as the Food & Beverage hub of Tahunanui.

From US$120.15 per night

Abelia Motor Lodge

Nelson
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

Situated in Nelson, within 1.2 km of Tahunanui Beach and 5.1 km of Trafalgar Park, Abelia Motor Lodge features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private...

From US$94.72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 300 reviews

Just 500 metres from Tahunanui Beach, Balmoral Motel boasts a solar-heated outdoor pool and self-contained accommodation with free Wi-Fi and satellite TV. Free parking is available on site.

From US$97.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews

Just 5 minutes' walk from the popular Tahunanui Beach, Arrow Motel Apartments boasts modern accommodation with free WiFi, cooking facilities and cable TV.

From US$93.57 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,198 reviews

Set in Nelson, within 1.8 km of Tahunanui Beach and 5.7 km of Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Amber Court Motel Nelson provides barbecue facilities.

From US$107.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 369 reviews

Situated only 5 minutes’ walk from Tahunanui Beach, ASURE Fountain Resort Motel offers a large swimming pool and barbecue area. Guests enjoy free WiFi.

From US$118.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

Just 10 minutes’ walk from Tahunanui Beach, this motel features free Wi-Fi. All accommodation offers a balcony or patio.

From US$113.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 482 reviews

Centrally located between Nelson and Richmond, Greens Motel offers self-contained studios and apartments with kitchenette facilities and a patio or balcony.

From US$111.94 per night

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Boutique Motel

Stoke, Nelson
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 552 reviews

Keep it simple with our classic studio, relax and unwind in the spa studio, feel at home in our garden studio or bring the family and stay in the king studios.

From US$101.66 per night

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Motels that guests love in Nelson

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Avg. price/night: US$107.35
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,198 reviews
Was a lovely comfortable motel and great rates!! The rooms were very decently sized
Guest review by
Sarah
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$101.66
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 552 reviews
Location was excellent. We brought our own breakfast. Motel was very clean an cosy and close to where we wanted to go . Owners/staff friendly and personable. They were happy to let use keep the car in their car park while we attended our seminar.
Guest review by
Bill and Jenny
Group
Avg. price/night: US$98.08
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 402 reviews
Beautiful motel clean modern and warm with very comfortable beds. great location with everything you need near by. Restaurants, bakery, bottle store, petrol station and beach all in walking distance. The hosts are very accommodating, a lovely friendly couple.
Guest review by
Kelly
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 790 reviews
Lovely motel, close to the Beach, clean, comfortable and very nice staff
Guest review by
Tracey
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$144.80
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews
Loved the affordable price. Location was great. Nice walks right next to the motel.
Guest review by
True
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$91.85
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 795 reviews
Very clean and spacious motel room. Located right in the middle of Nelsom. Very friendly host. We had very good night sleep there. spacious bathroom
Guest review by
Paravit
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$144.80
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews
Yuki is easy to deal with, the location of the motel is opposite to the river. Our parking is a little bit small but really appreciate the free parking provided by the motel.
Guest review by
Teh Azilah
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$144.80
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews
Riverlodge motel is situated just a few minutes walk from Nelson town centre. The room was sizable and on the first floor which meant some heavy lifting of luggage. There were a few cars in the car park already so we decided to leave the car on the road outside. We had a meal in the town so other than tea and breakfast didn’t make extensive use of the facilities which were more than adequate for a one night stay.
Guest review by
Geraint
Young couple