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A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a blue sofa and a small table.
A hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a view of the mountains, and a dining area with outdoor seating.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the city.

1. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
Nelson South
Australia
Andrew
NZ$113
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
The Hotel Nelson
A building with the sign "QUEST" at the top, featuring multiple windows and a modern architectural design.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living area with green sofas.
A compact hotel room with a bed, a washing machine, a kitchenette, and a dining area.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a large window with curtains, and a view of buildings and hills.

2. Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
Nelson City Centre
Australia
Robyn
NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Quest Nelson
A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.
A person dining at a table with a view of the sky and buildings.
An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a hillside with buildings.
A hotel room with a bed, a tray with breakfast items, a lamp, and a floral wall.

3. Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
The Wood
Australia
Karen
NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Tides Hotel
A reception area with a counter, seating, and a sign welcoming guests to breakfast.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of a golf course, and framed pictures on the wall.
A buffet table with various food items and a milk jug.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a colorful inflatable ring, and a building with large windows.

4. The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel
Tahunanui
Australia
Anna
NZ$126
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
The Beachcomber Hotel
A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with numerous boats.

5. Harbourside Nelson

Harbourside Nelson
Port Nelson
United States
Alison Walter
NZ$155
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Harbourside Nelson
A dining table set with chairs, a view of a town and hills in the background.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a parking area and a covered entrance.
A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a reception desk, and a chandelier.
A bar area with various liquor bottles and a glass of orange juice on the counter.

6. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Nelson City Centre
New Zealand
Jason
NZ$230
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
A lodge with a prominent mountain backdrop, a large entrance, and solar panels on the roof.
A building with a sloped roof and large windows, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and dense forest.
A view from a window overlooking a natural landscape with a forested hill and a body of water.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a dining area with a table and chairs, a lounge area with sofas, and a large wooden wall with a mounted deer head.

7. Alpine Lodge

Alpine Lodge
St. Arnaud
United States
Karen
NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Alpine Lodge
A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a stove, and a refrigerator. There is a bar stool and a couch in the living area.
A compact room with a bench, a table, a kitchenette, and a door leading to another room.
A compact kitchen with a sink, microwave, and a small dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a sink, and a mirror.

8. Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
Tahunanui
Australia
Shayne
NZ$112
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs.
A room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio with a pool and outdoor furniture.
A wall mural with a peacock and floral design.

9. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
The Wood
Australia
Nic
NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
A room with a grey sofa, teal chairs, a wooden table, and two pendant lights.
A wooden deck with two beige armchairs and a small round table, overlooking a grassy yard and a building with a sign that reads "GALLERY".
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a grey ottoman, and a glass coffee table. There is a painting on the wall and a window with curtains.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a clear sky.

10. Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
Tahunanui
Canada
Crystal
NZ$127
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
A modern hotel room with a large central dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.
A modern hotel room with two white armchairs, a yellow ottoman, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area, and a large green plant.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a TV.
A modern apartment with a balcony, a dining area, and a living room with a sofa and coffee table.

11. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
Nelson City Centre
Australia
Glennis
NZ$118
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Palazzo Motor Lodge
A modern, single-story mobile home with a covered patio area, two chairs, and a small table.
A room with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, a bed, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A dining area with a round table, bar stools, and a view of the kitchen and outside.
A room with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, a bed, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

12. Richmond Motel & Holiday Park

Richmond Motel & Holiday Park
Richmond
Australia
Mike
NZ$107
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Richmond Motel & Holiday Park
A brick building with a tiled roof, a pond, and a wooden dock.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.
A pool area with a wooden deck, rope barrier, and potted plants.
A spacious living room with leather sofas, a stone fireplace, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

13. Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
Nelson
Australia
Tilson
NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
A modern house with a balcony, large windows, and a dining area.
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.
A modern kitchen with a large window, a dining area, and a bedroom with a balcony.
A modern two-story building with a large entrance and a covered driveway.

14. Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge
Nelson City Centre
Australia
Catherine
NZ$209
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Century Park Motor Lodge
A wide beach with a clear sky and distant mountains.
A modern, well-lit room with a blue carpet, a white sofa with black cushions, a small desk, and a chair.
A modern room with a glass table, a chair, a dining table, and a view through a window with curtains.
A hotel room with a large bed, two black pillows, a wooden headboard, and two wall-mounted lights.

15. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
Tahunanui
Australia
Nic
NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Beaches Nelson
A modern building with a wooden deck, outdoor seating, and a large canopy.
A modern, well-lit room with a bed, a sofa, and a TV. There is a door leading to an outdoor area.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and refrigerator. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a bench outside.
A modern building with a blue exterior, wooden deck, and outdoor seating area with plants.

16. Motueka TOP 10 Holiday Park

Motueka TOP 10 Holiday Park
Motueka
Australia
Grant
NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Motueka TOP 10 Holiday Park
A spacious room with large glass doors leading to a beach view, furnished with wicker chairs and a small table.
A modern room with a large sliding glass door leading to a deck with a view of a lake and greenery.
A room with a view of the ocean, furnished with wicker chairs and a dining table set for two.
A wooden deck leading to a beach house with two Adirondack chairs facing the ocean.

17. The Waters

The Waters
Tasman
Australia
Jonathan
The Waters
A hotel named Saxton Lodge with a sign indicating directions to Saxton Field Sports Complex.
A spacious living room with a large window, a gray sofa, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
A two-story building with a balcony, a reception area, and outdoor seating.
A room with a large window, a table, chairs, and a floor lamp.

18. Saxton Lodge

Saxton Lodge
Stoke
Australia
Jo-Anne
NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Saxton Lodge
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a bed, a kitchen area, and a dining table.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a television, and a balcony with a view of the outdoors.
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, a bed with a view, and a sofa.
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in microwave, and a large window offering a view of the landscape.

19. Avalon Manor Motel

Avalon Manor Motel
Motueka
Australia
Iain
NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Avalon Manor Motel
A motel with a two-story structure, a driveway leading to the entrance, and a parking area.
A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a window.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and refrigerator. There is a dining table with chairs and a vase with flowers.
A patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a tiled floor.

20. Arrow Motel Apartments

Arrow Motel Apartments
Tahunanui
Australia
John
NZ$121
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Arrow Motel Apartments
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Top Golden Downs Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Golden Downs

Alpine Lodge

Alpine Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Well priced accommodation in an amazing alpine setting. Clean and tidy room with patio. The restaurant was excellent with friendly staff. Would stay again."
Kelvin 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Alpine Lodge
Gladstone Motel Nelson

Gladstone Motel Nelson

10/10 Excellent
"good central place. weather was good too."
Lynette 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Gladstone Motel Nelson
Queen Street Studios

Queen Street Studios

10/10 Excellent
"As a couple of 82 year olds, we arrived to a booked room which we discovered was up 2 flights of steps. The receptionist couldn’t have been more helpful in checking to see if we could have a room on the ground floor instead. That room was perfect and very much appreciated."
Rosemary 3-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Queen Street Studios
Lake Station House-Cosy Farm House nestled into Lake Station

Lake Station House-Cosy Farm House nestled into Lake Station

10/10 Excellent
"Clean, comfortable stay - very dark skies."
jeffrey h. 5-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
Lake Station House-Cosy Farm House nestled into Lake Station
Triple Tui - Log cabin, self contained, river side

Triple Tui - Log cabin, self contained, river side

8/10 Good
"Online listing does not explain clearly the ‘off grid’ nature of the property (limited power & hot water) and does not include details about the 300m walk (incl a skinny sway bridge crossing) to get from where you park your car to the property, nor was this communicated to us as part of the special instructions you normally receive days before your arrival. No contact was made until a few hours prior and no information was provided at that time, only on arrival were we told that we needed a 4WD to get to the cottage, so our luggage was transported by the host while we walked. Had we known and been prepared (incl packing differently), we would have enjoyed it, rather than being surprised and frustrated. The cottage itself was lovely and once we settled in, it was enjoyable, just not what we were expecting."
Naomi Z. 3-night trip
Posted 6 months ago
Triple Tui - Log cabin, self contained, river side
Walk to the wharf and village

Walk to the wharf and village

10/10 Excellent
"This is our second stay at this beautiful Mapua Cottage. It’s quirky, warm, comfortable and very close to the small Mapua shopping area and eateries. Great walks and cycle trails are nearby, including rabbit island. Highly recommend. "
Sally 2-night trip
Posted 6 months ago
Walk to the wharf and village
A very popular holiday home with great reviews

A very popular holiday home with great reviews

10/10 Excellent
"Quiet, clean comfy "
Steven W. 3-night trip
Posted 7 months ago
A very popular holiday home with great reviews
Parkside Motel

Parkside Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Good location for our travels. Greeted well and shown the amenities. Nice clean room. Easy, flat walk to town. "
Tony 2-night trip
Posted 7 months ago
Parkside Motel
A delightful studio in idyllic Mapua Village, perfect from which to explore the Tasman region

A delightful studio in idyllic Mapua Village, perfect from which to explore the Tasman region

8/10 Good
"Lovely quiet and private spot, really close to walk around wharf and shops."
Barbara S. 2-night trip
Posted 7 months ago
A delightful studio in idyllic Mapua Village, perfect from which to explore the Tasman region

More cheap accommodation in Golden Downs

The Barn Cabins & Camp

The Barn Cabins & Camp

14 Harvey Road, RD 2 Marahau
NZ$93
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (182 reviews)
The Barn Cabins & Camp
Happy Apple Backpackers

Happy Apple Backpackers

500 High St Motueka Nelson
NZ$104
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very good! (71 reviews)
Happy Apple Backpackers
The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

55, Whakarewa Street Motueka
NZ$119
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (132 reviews)
The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
Golden Bay Holiday Park

Golden Bay Holiday Park

99 Lower Tukurua Road Parapara
NZ$132
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very good! (19 reviews)
Golden Bay Holiday Park
Kanuka Ridge Lodge and Backpackers

Kanuka Ridge Lodge and Backpackers

21 Moss Rd Kaiteriteri
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10/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
Kanuka Ridge Lodge and Backpackers
Kaiteriteri Abel Tasman Inlet Views

Kaiteriteri Abel Tasman Inlet Views

479 Riwaka-Kaiteriteri Rd Kaiteriteri Tasman
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9.6/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
Kaiteriteri Abel Tasman Inlet Views

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Golden Downs?
The best area to stay in Golden Downs is around the main village centre and along State Highway 6, which offers convenient access to local attractions and amenities.This central area of Golden Downs is where you'll find the primary services and a few accommodation options. It's characterised by its proximity to the Golden Downs Forest, a significant feature of the region. The village itself is quite compact, with facilities generally clustered near the highway.For travellers looking to explore the natural beauty of the Tasman Region, staying near the village centre is practical. It provides a good base for accessing walking trails, cycling routes, and outdoor activities within the Golden Downs Forest.
When is the best time to go to Golden Downs?
The best time to go to Golden Downs is during the summer months, from December to February, when the weather is warm and dry.These months offer the most sunshine and comfortable temperatures, typically ranging from 20 to 25 degrees Celsius. This is ideal for outdoor activities like hiking and cycling through the Golden Downs Forest. The longer daylight hours also mean more time to explore the natural beauty of the Tasman Region.Couples looking for an active holiday will find this period great for enjoying the region's trails and scenic spots. Many of the local vineyards and artisan food producers are also in full swing during this time, offering tastings and experiences.For those who prefer slightly cooler weather and fewer crowds, the shoulder seasons of spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) are also excellent choices.
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