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Our top choices for Nelson City Centre hotels

A modern hotel room with a large central dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

1. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (619 reviews)
"Everything was great"
Australia
Shaun
The price is NT$2,178
NT$2,504 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Palazzo Motor Lodge
A dining table set with chairs, a view of a town and hills in the background.

2. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson
4.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (642 reviews)
"Great staff at reception and central location"
Australia
Anthony
The price is NT$3,884
NT$4,466 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
A building with the sign "QUEST" at the top, featuring multiple windows and a modern architectural design.

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$2,427
NT$2,791 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Quest Nelson
A modern house with a balcony, large windows, and a dining area.

4. Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (367 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$2,558
NT$2,942 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Century Park Motor Lodge
An aerial view of a swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a brick patio and palm trees.

5. 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$2,622
NT$3,015 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Palms Motel
A balcony with a table set for breakfast, including croissants, a bottle, and a tray with a drink.

6. 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$2,423
NT$2,787 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
A cozy cottage with a wooden exterior, a patio with outdoor seating, and a garden area with potted plants and a small table.

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$5,593
NT$6,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Ah House Nelson City B&B
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a central island with a sink, and a view of the adjacent dining area.

8. 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$1,348
NT$1,551 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Bridge Backpackers
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a freezer, and a sign indicating kitchen cleaning times.

9. 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$1,602
NT$1,842 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
YHA Nelson - Backpackers
A lobby with a red sofa, black armchairs, a coffee table, and a desk with a computer.

10. Downtown Backpackers

Downtown Backpackers
2.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
6.0 out of 10, (69 reviews)
"Decent cheap inner city accommodation. "
Australia
Jamie
Downtown Backpackers
A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.

11. Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
The Wood, 0.6 km from Nelson City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Pleasant stay and great location."
Australia
Nicholas
The price is NT$1,942
NT$2,233 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Tides Hotel
A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.

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$1,879
NT$2,160 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
The Hotel Nelson
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.

13. 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$3,182
NT$3,660 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
The Sails Nelson
A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.

14. 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, (1,428 reviews)
"Our go to for Nelson breaks. Always friendly reception. All ammenities we could ask for in a brief stay. So handy to just walk into town or to dining and events in the evening."
Australia
Nic
The price is NT$1,942
NT$2,233 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
A waterfront property with a boat docked in front of a yellow building with a red roof.

15. Harbourside Lodge

Harbourside Lodge
4.0 star property
Port Nelson, 1.4 km from Nelson City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (689 reviews)
"Had everything you needed nice and quiet ."
Australia
Wayne
The price is NT$3,321
NT$3,819 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Harbourside Lodge
A staircase with a geometric stained glass window above, wooden handrails, and potted plants on the right.

16. 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$2,259
NT$2,598 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Admirals Motor Inn
A motel with a paved driveway, a signboard, and a well-lit entrance.

17. 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, (139 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Janet
The price is NT$2,500
NT$2,875 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Kings Gate Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a door.

18. Riverlodge Nelson

Riverlodge Nelson
3.0 star property
The Wood, 0.7 km from Nelson City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (147 reviews)
"Good location very reasonable prices "
Australia
Michael
The price is NT$2,207
NT$2,538 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Riverlodge Nelson
A wide beach with a clear sky and distant mountains.

19. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 3.2 km from Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (245 reviews)
"Spacious room with large comfortable bed"
Australia
Nic
The price is NT$2,847
NT$3,274 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Beaches Nelson
A room with a view of a coastal landscape, featuring a table with chairs, a wicker sofa, and a wooden ceiling.

20. 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)
"Amazing views, had everything we needed. Wish we would have stayed longer, and would happily stay here again!"
United States
Kate
The price is NT$4,588
NT$5,276 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
The Wheelhouse Inn
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Compare popular hotels in Nelson City Centre

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A modern hotel room with a large central dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.
Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
619 reviews
View
A modern house with a balcony, large windows, and a dining area.
Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
367 reviews
View
A balcony with a table set for breakfast, including croissants, a bottle, and a tray with a drink.
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
460 reviews
View
An aerial view of a swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a brick patio and palm trees.
Palms Motel
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
327 reviews
View
A building with the sign "QUEST" at the top, featuring multiple windows and a modern architectural design.
Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
512 reviews
View

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.

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.

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

Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"We loved our stay at the Palazzo in Nelson. We had a nice quiet room and the tips on where to eat and what to see were very much appreciated. Would stay here again in future."
Mark 2-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Palazzo Motor Lodge

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 53 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 Flamedaisy Glass Design while you're in the neighborhood. Montgomery Square, The Suter, and Trafalgar Park are just a few of the places to visit in and around Nelson City Centre. Fairfield Park and Centre of New Zealand Monument are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Nelson.