Wakatu
Nelson
Popular places to visit
Christ Church Cathedral
After visiting Christ Church Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Founders Heritage Park
Enjoy a fun-filled day at Founders Heritage Park during your visit to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Nelson Hospital
Though Nelson Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Nelson while you are here.
Nelson Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Nelson Market during your trip to Nelson. Wander around the parks or enjoy the area's cafes.
Queens Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Queens Gardens, a lovely green space in Nelson. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.
Wakatu Hotel Deals
The Hotel Nelson
Nice place to stay. Great location, easy walk into the central city shopping/dining area.
Reviewed on 2026/1/4
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Very nice hotel and room. Friendly & helpful staff. Location is within a 5 minute walk to several restaurants and stores, 5-10 minute walk to large grocery store, and 10-15 minute walk to main bus depot. Overall, a very good stay!
Reviewed on 2026/1/7
Tides Hotel
Nice outlook from the room.
Reviewed on 2025/12/23
The Beachcomber Hotel
How quiet it was, especially on a Saturday night
Reviewed on 2025/12/29
Quest Nelson
Had everything you neede. Loved the laundry in the apartment
Reviewed on 2025/12/30
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Impeccably clean and lovely rooms. Great location.
Reviewed on 2026/1/7
Other neighborhoods around Wakatu
Annesbrook
While visiting Annesbrook, you might make a stop by sights like World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Golf Links.
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.
Bishopdale
While there might not be top attractions in Bishopdale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Codgers Mountain Bike Park and Nelson Market.
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.
Enner Glynn
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Enner Glynn and surrounding area, you can visit Codgers Mountain Bike Park and Tahunanui Beach Reserve.
Moana
While Moana might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Natureland Zoo.
