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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.

J
Julie
From
United Kingdom
Clean, good kerb appeal. Great facilities including washing etc.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 408 reviews
Price from
US$80.19
1 night, 2 adults

Saxton Lodge

Stoke, Nelson

Saxton Lodge is centrally located between Richmond and Stoke, New Zealand, directly opposite Saxton Field.

a
aidan
From
New Zealand
Excellent staff and nice accommodation
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 249 reviews
Price from
US$114.44
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.

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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, 990 reviews
Price from
US$109.57
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.

M
Martin Boron
From
United States
Clean. Without going into office, Wife immediately told me she knew it was run by women. Very close to bus station.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 701 reviews
Price from
US$126.20
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.

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Stephanie
From
Australia
The staff were lovely, room extremely comfortable and clean. A wonderful stay that exceeded my expectations! Thank you
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 525 reviews
Price from
US$82.61
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.

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Abi
From
United Kingdom
Hosts were so lovely! They helped with any little thing we asked about! Could not fault the room! Super clean and spacious. Had a fab time here! Would definitely stay again
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 333 reviews
Price from
US$127.01
1 night, 2 adults

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge

Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge offers luxuriously appointed rooms with free unlimited Wi-Fi, just 5 minutes' walk from the centre of Nelson.

S
Sam
From
Brazil
Dean is incredible friendly and lovely. He made us feel very welcome. We really enjoyed our stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 800 reviews
Price from
US$92.21
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$114.73
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.

L
Lars
From
Switzerland
The room was brilliant. We had also a spa in the room which was fantastic. Everything very clean and nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 555 reviews
Price from
US$84.44
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 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,076 reviews
Price from
US$170.31
1 night, 2 adults
All motels in Nelson

Looking for a motel?

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.

Most booked motels in Nelson and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking motels in Nelson

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 787 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking motels in Nelson

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 952 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking motels in Nelson

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 482 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking motels in Nelson

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 525 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking motels in Nelson

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,076 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking motels in Nelson

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 599 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking motels in Nelson

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 990 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking motels in Nelson

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 790 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking motels in Nelson

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,152 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking motels in Nelson

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 238 reviews

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

  • Riverlodge Motel

    Nelson
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 790 reviews

    Located in Nelson, 600 metres from Trafalgar Park, Riverlodge Motel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking and a garden.

    From US$122.62 per night
  • Kings Gate Motel

    Nelson
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 599 reviews

    Situated in central Nelson, opposite Trafalgar Park, Kings Gate Motel has free WiFi, a seasonal outdoor heated swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities.

    From US$111.86 per night
  • Harbourside Lodge

    Nelson
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 552 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$204.22 per night
  • Admirals Motor Inn

    Nelson
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,076 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$122.62 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 238 reviews

    Castles Motel & Driftwood Motel consists of Castles Units and Garden Units. It offers self-contained accommodation with a flat-screen TV and unlimited free WiFi access.

    From US$59 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 952 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$91.78 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 86 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$148.43 per night
  • Abelia Motor Lodge

    Nelson
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 38 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$86.05 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Nelson and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 787 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$91.78 per night
  • Beaches Nelson

    Nelson
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 805 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 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 408 reviews

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

    From US$106.92 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$129.07 per night

Save money on motels in Nelson and nearby – budget options available

  • Balmoral Motel

    Tahunanui, Nelson
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 282 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$97.38 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 185 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$95.80 per night
  • Amber Court Motel Nelson

    Nelson
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,152 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$99.24 per night

FAQ about motels in Nelson

Motels that guests love in Nelson

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  • Avg. price/night: US$99.24
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,152 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$116.77
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 555 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$106.92
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 408 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, 805 reviews
    Lovely motel, close to the Beach, clean, comfortable and very nice staff
    Guest review by
    Tracey
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$122.62
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 790 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$91.78
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 787 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$122.62
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 790 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$122.62
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 790 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