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Our top choices for Nelson City Centre hotels

A building with the sign "QUEST" at the top, featuring multiple windows and a modern architectural design.

1. Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (515 reviews)
"Great place to stay, in walking distance to the shopping centre. Jake in reception was incredible, helping us with a booking problem. He was extremely welcoming and a wonderful asset to Quest."
Australia
Robyn
The price is NT$1,858
NT$2,137 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Quest Nelson
A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

2. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson
4.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (645 reviews)
"Easy location parking and food onsite"
New Zealand
Jason
The price is NT$3,958
NT$4,552 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
A modern hotel room with a large central dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

3. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (632 reviews)
"Couldn't fault this place at all. Clean, quiet, lovely helpful staff, nice amenities. Definitely stay here again."
Australia
Glennis
The price is NT$2,446
NT$2,813 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Palazzo Motor Lodge
A modern fireplace with a glass front, displaying burning logs.

4. Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (374 reviews)
"It was quiet and within walking distance of downtown and a few restaurants very friendly place"
United States
Michael Diana
The price is NT$3,378
NT$3,885 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
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, (331 reviews)
"Great service, great motel. An excellent location."
Australia
Michael
The price is NT$2,617
NT$3,010 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Palms Motel
A patio with a table and chairs, a brick wall, and a sliding glass door leading to an interior space.

6. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (464 reviews)
"We can highly recommend this motel. The Location is good, our room was really nice with an outdoor sitting area and great amenities, The host is a wealth of knowledge and is more than eager to share it."
Australia
Gary
The price is NT$3,595
NT$4,134 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
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)
"Amazing hosts and a wonderful b&b! I can’t wait to visit again!"
United States
john
The price is NT$5,584
NT$6,421 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Ah House Nelson City B&B
A room with two round mirrors on the wall, a window with curtains, a sofa, and a bed.

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$1,761
NT$2,025 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
YHA Nelson - Backpackers
A lobby with a red sofa, black armchairs, a coffee table, and a desk with a computer.

9. 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
The price is NT$1,535
NT$1,765 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Downtown Backpackers
A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.

10. Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
The Wood, 0.6 km from Nelson City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly team, great service, and a hassle-free stay every time. Definitely my go-to place in town."
Australia
Diane
The price is NT$2,052
NT$2,360 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Tides Hotel
A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.

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, (1,434 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Convenient location to town"
New Zealand
Nathan
The price is NT$1,939
NT$2,230 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
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.

12. 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, (753 reviews)
"Very modern, clean room. Staff very helpful and friendly on checkin. Excellent kitchen facilities and extras"
Australia
Lynne
The price is NT$3,177
NT$3,654 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
The Sails Nelson
A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.

13. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South, 1 km from Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great locale"
Australia
Ray
The price is NT$2,246
NT$2,583 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
The Hotel Nelson
A waterfront property with a two-story house featuring a balcony, a swimming pool, and a rocky shoreline.

14. Harbourside Nelson

Harbourside Nelson
4.0 star property
Port Nelson, 1.4 km from Nelson City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (702 reviews)
"Great location, good ammenities including washer&dryer. Helpful staff and almost adjacent to an excellent restaurant and bar."
Australia
Barry
The price is NT$2,583
NT$2,970 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Harbourside Nelson
A large, two-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

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, (370 reviews)
"Fantastic staff. So friendly. I really enjoy staying here"
Australia
Brendon
The price is NT$2,481
NT$2,853 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Admirals Motor Inn
A pathway leading through a garden with a red mailbox labeled 'NO CIRCULARS' and the number '10'.

16. Tasman Bay Backpackers

Tasman Bay Backpackers
2.0 star property
The Wood, 0.9 km from Nelson City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (150 reviews)
"I'm a mature, touring motorcyclist. First time in shared accommodation. Good experience. Prices for all types of accom options looked very reasonable. Owners and staff at the premises were outstanding. For that reason, all the guests appeared happy and were sharing that vibe. Booking was easy. Woop woop Expedia"
Australia
Mark
The price is NT$1,454
NT$1,672 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Tasman Bay Backpackers
A hotel room with a large bed, two black pillows, a wooden headboard, and two wall-mounted lights.

17. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 3.2 km from Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (250 reviews)
"Just Wonderful"
Australia
Karla
The price is NT$2,843
NT$3,269 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Beaches Nelson
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, (148 reviews)
"Good location very reasonable prices "
Australia
Michael
The price is NT$2,384
NT$2,742 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Riverlodge Nelson
A room with a view of a coastal landscape, featuring a table with chairs, a wicker sofa, and a wooden ceiling.

19. The Wheelhouse Inn

The Wheelhouse Inn
3.5 star property
Britannia Heights, 2 km from Nelson City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (239 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$4,580
NT$5,268 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
The Wheelhouse Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the outside.

20. Arcadia Motel

Arcadia Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 4 km from Nelson City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (223 reviews)
"Staff was quick to respond and very accommodating to our late arrival. Very comfy beds and quiet area."
United States
Beverly
The price is NT$2,456
NT$2,824 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Arcadia 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
A cozy cottage with a wooden exterior, a patio with outdoor seating, and a garden area with potted plants and a small table.
Ah House Nelson City B&B
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
46 reviews
View
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
632 reviews
View
A modern fireplace with a glass front, displaying burning logs.
Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
374 reviews
View
A patio with a table and chairs, a brick wall, and a sliding glass door leading to an interior space.
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
464 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
331 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 coastal landscape with prominent rock formations and calm sea.

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.

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

Harbourside Nelson

Harbourside Nelson

10/10 Excellent
"Room and bed very comfortable. Receptionist was really helpful."
Stan 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Harbourside 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 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 48 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. Fairfield Park and Centre of New Zealand Monument are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Nelson.