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Our top choices for Best Island motels

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Saxton Lodge

Saxton Lodge
5.0 star property
Stoke
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (434 reviews)
"Really good stay, helpful friendly staff. "
New Zealand
Kerrie
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Saxton Lodge
Basic Cabin

Richmond Motel & Holiday Park

Richmond Motel & Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Richmond
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (277 reviews)
"Very helpful and friendly excellent service and room "
Australia
Edward
The price is NZ$125
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Richmond Motel & Holiday Park
Front of property – evening/night

Arrow Motel Apartments

Arrow Motel Apartments
3.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (111 reviews)
"clean, congenial manager, convenient location for flights"
Australia
Andrew
The price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Arrow Motel Apartments
Two Bedroom First Floor

Parkside Motel

Parkside Motel
3.5 star property
Richmond
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (124 reviews)
"What an awesome place to stay Very clean very comfortable Thanks Brian"
Australia
Kirk
The price is NZ$217
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Parkside Motel
Restaurant

The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (658 reviews)
"Room was clean, and close to the beach"
United States
Andrew
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
The Beachcomber Hotel
Front of property – evening/night

Gladstone Motel Nelson

Gladstone Motel Nelson
4.5 star property
Richmond
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (110 reviews)
"Excellent motel spacious room clean great service nothing to fault"
New Zealand
Luigi
The price is NZ$239
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Gladstone Motel Nelson
Beach

ASURE Nautilus Lodge Motel

ASURE Nautilus Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Motueka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (180 reviews)
"Nice quiet place to stay "
New Zealand
Kerry
The price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
ASURE Nautilus Lodge 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, (450 reviews)
"Great location, walking distance to city centre and restaurants, great room and proactive host. "
Australia
Evlampia
The price is NZ$227
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
Studio (Super King)

Arcadia Motel

Arcadia Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (211 reviews)
"Great room, spacious, very friendly hosts, kitchen well stocked"
Canada
Joe
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Arcadia Motel
Studio (2 Guests) | Private kitchen

Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only

Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
3.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (169 reviews)
"Great stay. Clean and comfortable room. Fantastic, welcoming hospitality. Will definitely stay again."
Australia
Patrick
The price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
Front of property

Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge

Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
2.5 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (85 reviews)
"Very tidy & clean "
New Zealand
Grant
The price is NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
Two Bedroom Apartrment | Living area

Greens Motel

Greens Motel
3.5 star property
Annesbrook
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (226 reviews)
"Very clean rooms, staff great ideal for what we wanted. "
Australia
Eugene
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Greens Motel
King Studio | View from room

Balmoral Motel

Balmoral Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (188 reviews)
"Great location, very clean and comfortable beds. We had a great stay"
Australia
Casey
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Balmoral Motel
Twin/Triple Studio

Bella Vista Motel Nelson

Bella Vista Motel Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (204 reviews)
"Room was spotless and staff was very friendly and helpful."
Australia
Ashley
The price is NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Bella Vista Motel Nelson
Maitai Studio

Riverlodge Nelson

Riverlodge Nelson
3.0 star property
The Wood
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (137 reviews)
"The room was spotless and well laid out, with it's kitchen area and bathroom. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the location is great."
Australia
David
The price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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, (161 reviews)
"The bathroom was dirty as heck but everything else was good "
Australia
Stacey
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
View from property

Abelia Motor Lodge

Abelia Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (86 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$185
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Abelia Motor Lodge
Outdoor pool

Palms Motel

Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (316 reviews)
"Comfortable stay, very close walk to the town center."
New Zealand
Jayde
The price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Palms Motel
Studio

ASURE Fountain Resort Motel

ASURE Fountain Resort Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (36 reviews)
"Great location, close to the beach, airport and not far from town. Room was very clean and had a nice feel to it, easy to cook in the studio kitchen with full kitchen utensils. Will be staying again and would recommend to others. "
Australia
Jessica
The price is NZ$213
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
ASURE Fountain Resort 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$182
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Amber Court Motel Nelson
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Top Best Island Hotel Reviews

Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, check in staff was friendly and great nearby places to eat! Thanks for a great stay!"
Michelle 1-night trip
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Palazzo Motor Lodge

Find out more about Best Island

Best Island Motels information

Number of reviews
4,331
Accommodation
33 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$125
Highest Price
NZ$239

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 575 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. Arrow Motel Apartments: A seasonal outdoor pool and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a kitchenette. Central Best Island is 4.5 mi (7.2 km) away. Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 4.9 mi (7.8 km) from the heart of Best Island. Greens Motel: Central Best Island is 4.1 mi (6.6 km) away. A golf course and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a kitchenette. Richmond Motel & Holiday Park: 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from the heart of Best Island. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Best Island?
Some outdoorsy places nearby include Tahunanui Beach Reserve, Queens Gardens and Nelson Provincial Museum. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Founders Heritage Park, Natureland Zoo 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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