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Our top choices for Nelson City Centre hotels

Executive Studio

1. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (617 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay lovely clean unit , great location,will be back"
Australia
Murray
The price is NT$2,208
NT$2,540 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Palazzo Motor Lodge
Restaurant

2. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson
4.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (641 reviews)
"Great staff at reception and central location"
Australia
Anthony
The price is NT$3,939
NT$4,529 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Front of property

3. Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (512 reviews)
"Very helpful and friendly staff with clean and neat rooms."
Australia
Gideon
The price is NT$2,462
NT$2,831 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Quest Nelson
Balcony view

4. Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (366 reviews)
"The staff were helpful at check in. The rooms were comfortable and clean. I would recommend this location"
Australia
Gavin
The price is NT$2,433
NT$2,798 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Century Park Motor Lodge
Breakfast meal

5. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (460 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay. Loved our room, great location & super helpful & friendly staff too 10/10."
Australia
Bronwyn
The price is NT$2,364
NT$2,719 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
Pool

6. Palms Motel

Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (327 reviews)
"Clean, warm and great location"
Australia
Lisa
The price is NT$2,659
NT$3,057 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Palms Motel
Signature Chalet, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

7. Ah House Nelson City B&B

Ah House Nelson City B&B
4.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"This is a lovely bed and breakfast, and the two owners (Mark and John) are amazing hosts, that do everything to ensure you have a great experience. Highly recommended!"
United States
Terry
The price is NT$5,672
NT$6,522 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Ah House Nelson City B&B
Shared kitchen

8. YHA Nelson - Backpackers

YHA Nelson - Backpackers
2.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (108 reviews)
"Very well-managed, clean, efficient, and welcoming hostel!"
United States
Corey
The price is NT$1,625
NT$1,868 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
YHA Nelson - Backpackers
Shared kitchen

9. Bridge Backpackers

Bridge Backpackers
2.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (174 reviews)
"Great location, great staff. "
United States
Emily
The price is NT$1,367
NT$1,572 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Bridge Backpackers
Exterior

10. Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
The Wood, 0.6 km from Nelson City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"Pleasant stay and great location."
Australia
Nicholas
The price is NT$1,805
NT$2,076 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Tides Hotel
Pool

11. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
The Wood, 0.7 km from Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,426 reviews)
"Great property"
Australia
Damian
The price is NT$1,969
NT$2,265 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Superior Room

12. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South, 1 km from Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (999 reviews)
"The breakfast was excellent"
Australia
Andrew
The price is NT$1,905
NT$2,191 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
The Hotel Nelson
Exterior

13. Harbourside Lodge

Harbourside Lodge
4.0 star property
Port Nelson, 1.4 km from Nelson City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (688 reviews)
The price is NT$3,131
NT$3,601 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Harbourside Lodge
Food and drink

14. The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson
5.0 star property
The Wood, 0.9 km from Nelson City Centre
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (749 reviews)
"good location, helpful staff. Great place to stay"
Australia
Suzannah
The price is NT$2,378
NT$2,735 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
The Sails Nelson
Interior detail

15. Admirals Motor Inn

Admirals Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Nelson South, 0.9 km from Nelson City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (367 reviews)
"Fantastic staff. So friendly. I really enjoy staying here"
Australia
Brendon
The price is NT$2,291
NT$2,635 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Admirals Motor Inn
Front of property - evening/night

16. Kings Gate Motel

Kings Gate Motel
3.5 star property
The Wood, 0.8 km from Nelson City Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (138 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Janet
The price is NT$2,409
NT$2,771 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Kings Gate Motel
Maitai Studio

17. Riverlodge Nelson

Riverlodge Nelson
3.0 star property
The Wood, 0.7 km from Nelson City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (146 reviews)
"Good location very reasonable prices "
Australia
Michael
The price is NT$2,238
NT$2,574 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Riverlodge Nelson
The Lookout | Interior

18. The Wheelhouse Inn

The Wheelhouse Inn
3.5 star property
Britannia Heights, 2 km from Nelson City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (238 reviews)
The price is NT$3,692
NT$4,246 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
The Wheelhouse Inn
Reception

19. The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 3.3 km from Nelson City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (687 reviews)
"So convenient to the beautiful Sandy beach and a large selection of activities. Great shopping from Nelson to Richmond. Well priced and very helpful and friendly staff😘"
Australia
Shirl
The price is NT$2,363
NT$2,718 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
The Beachcomber Hotel
Beach

20. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 3.2 km from Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (244 reviews)
"Spacious room with large comfortable bed"
Australia
Nic
The price is NT$2,384
NT$2,742 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Beaches Nelson
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Compare popular hotels in Nelson City Centre

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Executive Studio
Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
617 reviews
View
Balcony view
Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
366 reviews
View
Breakfast meal
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
460 reviews
View
Pool
Palms Motel
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
327 reviews
View
Front of property
Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
512 reviews
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Where to stay in Nelson City Centre

Find the best Nelson City Centre areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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 Burrell Park while you're in town.

A beach with a sandy shore, calm water, and a small island with trees.

Stoke

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

Tahunanui beach in Nelson, South Island, New Zealand

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.

Toi Toi

Toi Toi might not have many top sights, but Nelson Market and Tahunanui Beach Reserve are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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 Nelson City Centre Hotel Reviews

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay, bed was comfy. Had a great pub across the road also where I had dinner."
Jeremy 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Frequently asked questions

What is Nelson City Centre like?
Nelson City Centre is a neighborhood that travelers like for its shopping. Be sure to check out Nelson Market and Queens Gardens as part of your Nelson City Centre travel plans.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Nelson City Centre?
Based on our traveler data, Quest Nelson is one of the top choices for your stay in Nelson City Centre. This aparthotel offers in-room kitchens and free WiFi. Other good options for your stay in the area include Palazzo Motor Lodge and Rutherford Hotel Nelson.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Nelson City Centre?
If you're searching for places to stay in Nelson, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 52 Nelson City Centre hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Nelson City Centre, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Nelson City Centre.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Nelson City Centre?
For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Nelson City Centre, head over to our customer service page.
What are the top things to see and do in Nelson City Centre?
Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Queens Gardens, Nelson Provincial Museum, and Anzac Park. You could also plan a visit to Nelson Market or The Suter while you're in the neighborhood. Flamedaisy Glass Design, Montgomery Square, and Trafalgar Park are just a few of the places to visit in and around Nelson City Centre. Botanical Reserve and Fairfield Park are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Nelson.