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Saxton Lodge

Saxton Lodge

Saxton Lodge
5.0 star property
Stoke
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (432)
"Really good stay, helpful friendly staff. "
New Zealand
Kerrie
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Saxton Lodge
Basic Cabin
Richmond Motel & Holiday Park

Richmond Motel & Holiday Park

Richmond Motel & Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Richmond
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (270)
"Very helpful and friendly excellent service and room "
Australia
Edward
The price is NZ$124
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Richmond Motel & Holiday Park
Seasonal outdoor pool
The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (646)
"Nice tiday , quite and best customer service highly recommend , value for money "
Australia
Arshdeep
The price is NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
The Beachcomber Hotel
Two Bedroom First Floor
Parkside Motel

Parkside Motel

Parkside Motel
3.5 star property
Richmond
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (122)
"Great friendly staff, fantastic spacious room, outdoor area great for the kids."
Australia
Matt
The price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Parkside Motel
Property grounds
Tudor Lodge Motel

Tudor Lodge Motel

Tudor Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (209)
"Everything was great at this property. Enjoyed all of it."
United States
Josif
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
Tudor Lodge Motel
One Bedroom Family Apartment | Terrace/patio
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (440)
"Excellent service on checkin and checkout. Noisy area, though - lots of fireworks and outdoor partying very close by."
Canada
Steven
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge
Terrace/patio
Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park

Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park

Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (169)
"Very helpful and friendly staff!!"
United States
Jakki
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan 2026
Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
Studio (Super King)
Arcadia Motel

Arcadia Motel

Arcadia Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (208)
"Clean and comfortable room, quite spacious, good amenities, very friendly and helpful reception staff."
Australia
Colette
The price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Arcadia Motel
Kitchen Studio
Amber Court Motel Nelson

Amber Court Motel Nelson

Amber Court Motel Nelson
3.0 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (274)
"Spacious surroundings and convenient location"
Australia
ELLMERS
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Amber Court Motel Nelson
Studio (2 Guests) | Private kitchen
Apex Motor Lodge

Apex Motor Lodge

Apex Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (166)
"Great stay. Clean and comfortable room. Fantastic, welcoming hospitality. Will definitely stay again."
Australia
Patrick
The price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Apex Motor Lodge
Front of property – evening/night
Gladstone Motel Nelson

Gladstone Motel Nelson

Gladstone Motel Nelson
4.5 star property
Richmond
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (108)
"Stay was good thank you "
Australia
Matt
The price is NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Gladstone Motel Nelson
Two Bedroom Apartrment | Living area
Greens Motel

Greens Motel

Greens Motel
3.5 star property
Annesbrook
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (219)
"Very clean rooms, staff great ideal for what we wanted. "
Australia
Eugene
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Greens Motel
Front of property – evening/night
Arrow Motel Apartments

Arrow Motel Apartments

Arrow Motel Apartments
3.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (94)
"No problem,the room was clean and tidy.staff available on arrival,and room was great for the overnight stay."
Australia
JILLIAN
The price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Arrow Motel Apartments
Maitai Studio
Riverlodge Nelson

Riverlodge Nelson

Riverlodge Nelson
3.0 star property
The Wood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (134)
"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$182
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Riverlodge Nelson
King Studio | View from room
Balmoral Motel

Balmoral Motel

Balmoral Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (181)
"Great location, friendly staff & comfy bed"
Australia
Christopher
The price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Balmoral Motel
Twin/Triple Studio
Bella Vista Motel Nelson

Bella Vista Motel Nelson

Bella Vista Motel Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (201)
"All was gd and clean there. Staff i saw were friendly and helpful"
Australia
Mark
The price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Bella Vista Motel Nelson
Front of property
Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge

Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge

Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
2.5 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (84)
"Was great for a couple of nights, handy to Tahuna beach "
Australia
Mina
The price is NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan 2026
Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge
Standard Studio
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
4.0 star property
Tahunanui
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (152)
"The bathroom was dirty as heck but everything else was good "
Australia
Stacey
The price is NZ$182
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
Garden
Abelia Motor Lodge

Abelia Motor Lodge

Abelia Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Tahunanui
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (84)
"The room was spacious and warm closer for me to get to work and the staff were brilliant"
Australia
Kimberley
The price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Abelia Motor Lodge
Outdoor pool
Palms Motel

Palms Motel

Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (313)
"Comfortable stay, very close walk to the town center."
New Zealand
Jayde
The price is NZ$305
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Palms Motel
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Top Cable Bay Hotel Reviews

Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson

10/10 Excellent
"Welcome check in, car parking on site, spacious room, clean, well equipped, quiet."
Janet 1-night trip
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Rutherford Hotel Nelson

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Cable Bay Motels information

Number of reviews
4,495
Accommodation
29 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$124
Highest Price
NZ$305

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Cable Bay?
If you're having trouble locating a motel in Cable Bay, allow Expedia help you find a motel or similar property from over 429 accommodation choices in the larger area. Just use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What are motels like?
Motels often offer free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have exterior corridors overlooking the car park or an outdoor pool. Starting in the early 1950s, customised neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and today, examples of these can still be found along historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Cable Bay?
These are some of our customers' top motels to book in the larger area. The Beachcomber Hotel is located 19.2 km from the heart of Cable Bay. 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 Cable Bay is 12 mi (19.3 km) away. Greens Motel: Enjoy access to the golf course, and freebies including self-parking and airport drop-off. Located 12.8 mi (20.7 km) from the heart of Cable Bay. Arrow Motel Apartments: Central Cable Bay is 12.3 mi (19.8 km) away. A seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay. Richmond Motel & Holiday Park: 17.3 mi (27.9 km) from the heart of Cable Bay. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Cable Bay?
Some outdoorsy places nearby include Queens Gardens, Nelson Provincial Museum and Tahunanui Beach Reserve. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Natureland Zoo, Founders Heritage Park and Nelson Fun Park. While you're exploring the area, consider visiting Centre of New Zealand Monument, Trafalgar Park and Nelson Market.
What's the weather like in Cable Bay?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Cable Bay 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 Cable Bay is 1542 mm.
What are my options for getting around Cable Bay while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Cable Bay to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Nelson (NSN), which is located 13.6 mi (21.9 km) from the city centre. You can also search for flights into Picton (PCN), which is 31 mi (49.9 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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