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Our top choices for Best Island motels

Basic Cabin

Richmond Motel & Holiday Park

Richmond Motel & Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Richmond
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (281 reviews)
"Great value for money, plus friendly, helpful staff."
Australia
Peter
The price is NZ$108
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Richmond Motel & Holiday Park
Exterior

Saxton Lodge

Saxton Lodge
5.0 star property
Stoke
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (435 reviews)
"Really good stay, helpful friendly staff. "
New Zealand
Kerrie
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr
Saxton Lodge
Two Bedroom First Floor

Parkside Motel

Parkside Motel
3.5 star property
Richmond
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (128 reviews)
"Parking easy very clean all you need in unit great hosts "
Australia
Edward
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Parkside Motel
Front of property

Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge

Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
2.5 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (88 reviews)
"Good location. Very welcoming and helpful staff. Kitchenette with fridge and microwave enabling self-catering. "
Australia
Lyndsay
The price is NZ$152
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr
Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
Beach

ASURE Nautilus Lodge Motel

ASURE Nautilus Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Motueka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (185 reviews)
"Nice quiet place to stay "
New Zealand
Kerry
The price is NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
ASURE Nautilus Lodge Motel
Front of property – evening/night

Gladstone Motel Nelson

Gladstone Motel Nelson
4.5 star property
Richmond
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (116 reviews)
"Lovely owners. Nice place for price. Tight parking fir a truck"
Australia
Corinne
The price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Gladstone Motel Nelson
Seasonal outdoor pool

The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (674 reviews)
"Was a really nice place to stay. Will certainly want to come stay here again "
Australia
Kim
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
The Beachcomber Hotel
Studio (Super King)

Arcadia Motel

Arcadia Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (215 reviews)
"Staff was friendly right from the first interaction. Parking was good room was clean and sufficient for our needs highly recommend."
Australia
Lynette
The price is NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Arcadia Motel
One Bedroom Family Apartment | Terrace/patio

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (454 reviews)
"Great location, walking distance to city centre and restaurants, great room and proactive host. "
Australia
Evlampia
The price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
Front of property – evening/night

Arrow Motel Apartments

Arrow Motel Apartments
3.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (120 reviews)
"Very friendly staff at check in and very helpful"
Australia
Deon
The price is NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Arrow Motel Apartments
King Studio | View from room

Balmoral Motel

Balmoral Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (192 reviews)
"Great location, very clean and comfortable beds. We had a great stay"
Australia
Casey
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Balmoral Motel
View from property

Abelia Motor Lodge

Abelia Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (89 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the staff were very kind and always asking if I needed anything which I thought was perfect."
Australia
Finley
The price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Abelia Motor Lodge
Studio (2 Guests) | Private kitchen

Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only

Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
3.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (176 reviews)
"The room was very clean, check in was easy staff/owners were very friendly and helpful."
Canada
Tim
The price is NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
Maitai Studio

Riverlodge Nelson

Riverlodge Nelson
3.0 star property
The Wood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (140 reviews)
"Good location very reasonable prices "
Australia
Michael
The price is NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Riverlodge Nelson
Standard Studio

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
4.0 star property
Tahunanui
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (169 reviews)
"Great place to stay ❤️"
United States
Christopher
The price is NZ$104
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
Outdoor pool

Palms Motel

Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (318 reviews)
"Accommodation was excellent and in a great location. The hosts were very friendly and helpful."
United Kingdom
Joanne
The price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Palms Motel
Kitchen Studio

Amber Court Motel Nelson

Amber Court Motel Nelson
3.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (278 reviews)
"Nice & comfortable place👌👌"
Australia
Prabath
The price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Amber Court Motel Nelson
Twin/Triple Studio

Bella Vista Motel Nelson

Bella Vista Motel Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (207 reviews)
"Handy location and very helpful staff. "
Australia
Ian
The price is NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Bella Vista Motel Nelson
Property grounds

Tudor Lodge Motel

Tudor Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (220 reviews)
"Shops nearby, cean room, and beach within walking distance. Excellent stay"
Australia
Craig
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Tudor Lodge Motel
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Top Best Island Hotel Reviews

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

8/10 Good
"Good enviroment clean, nice staff. However, room is a bit small, and kitchen quite simply."
Guoliang 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Find out more about Best Island

Best Island Motels information

Number of reviews
4,485
Accommodation
33 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$104
Highest Price
NZ$205

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Best Island?
If you're having a hard time finding motels in Best Island, let Expedia help you find a motel or similar property from more than 589 lodging options in the larger area. Simply filter using our search tools by price per night or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What is a motel?
At most motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. Motels became more prevalent in the US at the end of the 1940s with the appeal of road trip holidays, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Best Island?
Here you'll find some of our customers' favourite motels to choose from in the larger area. The Beachcomber Hotel is located 7.8 km from the heart of Best Island. Enjoy access to the conference centre, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel: Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Central Best Island is 4.9 mi (7.8 km) away. Arrow Motel Apartments: Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from the heart of Best Island. Saxton Lodge: Central Best Island is 3.9 mi (6.2 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Greens Motel: 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from the heart of Best Island. Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including self-parking and airport drop-off.
What can I do in Best Island?
Some outdoorsy places nearby include Tahunanui Beach Reserve, Isel Park and Nelson Provincial Museum. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Natureland Zoo, Founders Heritage Park and Pic's Peanut Butter World. While you're exploring the area, consider visiting Greenacres Golf Course, Richmond Mall and Mapua Wharf.
What's the weather like in Best Island?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Best Island to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 8°C. Average annual precipitation for Best Island is 1538 mm.
What are my options for getting around Best Island while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Best Island to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Nelson (NSN), which is located 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

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