Wakatu
Nelson
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 College
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Nelson College during your stay in Nelson. Visit the spas in this walkable area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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
Very clean and proximity to city was great.
Reviewed on 2026/2/9
Quest Nelson
Staff very good from reception to room servicing. Two good mirrors in room.Good shower. Desk Table Chairs and Kitchen all good. Central city position. Short wak to supermarket cafs and restaurants. Parking if you need it. Sunny room with views.
Reviewed on 2026/2/8
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
Extremely helpful staff. Beautiful patio at the hotel. Clean rooms. Good restaurants right by.
Reviewed on 2026/1/31
The Beachcomber Hotel
We were on a queen room. The bed was comfortable and the room a good size. It has recently been refurbished to a good standard. There is a microwave, coffee plunger and crockery but washing up all as to be done in the bathroom sink which is a bit odd.
Reviewed on 2026/2/9
Tides Hotel
Cool hotel. Funky art everywhere including toilet seats and garbage cans. Comfy bed. Great location.
Reviewed on 2026/2/11
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Spotless room, very nice staff, everything nearby, perfect location for a stay in Nelson!
Reviewed on 2026/2/2
Other neighborhoods around Wakatu
Annesbrook
While visiting Annesbrook, you might make a stop by sights like Nelson Golf Links and World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars.
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 Provincial Museum.
Toi Toi
Toi Toi might not have many top sights, but Nelson Provincial Museum 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 Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Nelson Provincial Museum.
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.
