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Our top choices for Nelson City Centre hotels

Executive Studio | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

1. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (608 reviews)
"This is the second time we've stayed, extremely clean comfortable room with everything you need and lots of extra touches. Great location only 7 mihute walk from restaurant's. Friendly hosts, we look forward to visiting again"
Australia
Sharyn
The price is NT$2,389
NT$2,747 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Palazzo Motor Lodge
Front of property

2. Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (511 reviews)
"Very helpful and friendly staff with clean and neat rooms."
Australia
Gideon
The price is NT$2,457
NT$2,826 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 24 - Jul 25
Quest Nelson
Balcony view

3. Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (363 reviews)
"Clean room. Good bed. Friendly staff. Good parking availability off street. "
Australia
Sean
The price is NT$2,423
NT$2,786 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 24 - Jul 25
Century Park Motor Lodge
Breakfast and dinner served

4. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson
4.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (639 reviews)
"Great staff at reception and central location"
Australia
Anthony
The price is NT$3,915
NT$4,503 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Outdoor pool

5. Palms Motel

Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (326 reviews)
"Clean, warm and great location"
Australia
Lisa
The price is NT$2,654
NT$3,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Palms Motel
Daily continental breakfast for a fee

6. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (457 reviews)
"Clean, tidy, convenient to town and friendly staff "
Australia
Glyn
The price is NT$2,267
NT$2,607 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
Shared fridge, microwave

7. 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$1,365
NT$1,570 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Bridge Backpackers
Cookware/dishes/utensils

8. YHA Nelson - Backpackers

YHA Nelson - Backpackers
2.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (107 reviews)
"Very well-managed, clean, efficient, and welcoming hostel!"
United States
Corey
The price is NT$1,622
NT$1,865 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 18 - Jul 19
YHA Nelson - Backpackers
Exterior

9. Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
The Wood, 0.6 km from Nelson City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"Pleasant stay and great location."
Australia
Nicholas
The price is NT$1,966
NT$2,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Tides Hotel
Outdoor pool

10. 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, (1,421 reviews)
"Another excellent stay, the staff are very friendly and helpful, across the road is the Tides Hotel in the same ownership where you can dine, the food is first class with great staff I would strongly recommend staying here. "
United Kingdom
William
The price is NT$1,966
NT$2,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Superior Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

11. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South, 1 km from Nelson City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Love staying here for work trips"
Australia
Tiffany
The price is NT$1,902
NT$2,187 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
The Hotel Nelson
Exterior

12. Harbourside Lodge

Harbourside Lodge
4.0 star property
Port Nelson, 1.4 km from Nelson City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (686 reviews)
"Had everything you needed nice and quiet ."
Australia
Wayne
The price is NT$2,757
NT$3,171 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Harbourside Lodge
Food and drink

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, (738 reviews)
"Wondeful place to stay"
Australia
Richard
The price is NT$2,713
NT$3,120 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 24 - Jul 25
The Sails Nelson
Interior detail

14. 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, (365 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Really friendly staff and within walking distance to dining options. Will be back for sure"
Australia
Brendon
The price is NT$1,898
NT$2,182 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Admirals Motor Inn
Front of property - evening/night

15. Kings Gate Motel

Kings Gate Motel
3.5 star property
The Wood, 0.8 km from Nelson City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (136 reviews)
"Great motel. Friendly staff, friendly cats, great parking, and good sized rooms. Very happy."
United Kingdom
Alexander
The price is NT$1,955
NT$2,248 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Kings Gate Motel
Maitai Studio | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs (free), WiFi (free)

16. Riverlodge Nelson

Riverlodge Nelson
3.0 star property
The Wood, 0.7 km from Nelson City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (143 reviews)
"Good location very reasonable prices "
Australia
Michael
The price is NT$2,235
NT$2,570 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Riverlodge Nelson
Reception

17. The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 3.3 km from Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (686 reviews)
"Had a great stay, tidy room in a good location close to food places. Comfy bed."
Australia
Jeremy
The price is NT$2,359
NT$2,713 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
The Beachcomber Hotel
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)
"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$3,760
NT$4,324 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
The Wheelhouse Inn
Beach nearby, beach towels, rowing

19. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 3.2 km from Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (241 reviews)
"The reception and continual help with any of our questions was excellent! Definitely would stay there again!!"
United States
James
The price is NT$2,883
NT$3,315 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Beaches Nelson
Family Unit 1 | Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

20. Tudor Lodge Motel

Tudor Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 3.3 km from Nelson City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (222 reviews)
"Shops nearby, cean room, and beach within walking distance. Excellent stay"
Australia
Craig
The price is NT$2,130
NT$2,449 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Tudor Lodge Motel
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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 | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
608 reviews
View
Balcony view
Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
363 reviews
View
Daily continental breakfast for a fee
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
457 reviews
View
Outdoor pool
Palms Motel
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
326 reviews
View
Front of property
Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
511 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 Natureland Zoo 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.

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.

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.

A white concrete structure with a triangular shape, attached to a metal pole.
Photo by Mark Wilkinson
Open Photo by Mark Wilkinson

Maitai

While visiting Maitai, you might make a stop by sights like Centre of New Zealand Monument and Waahi Taakaro Golf Club.

Top Nelson City Centre Hotel Reviews

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent stay. Convenient location to town"
Nathan 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

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 Nelson Provincial Museum 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 Rutherford Hotel Nelson and Palazzo Motor Lodge.
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 Nelson Provincial Museum, Queens Gardens, 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.