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The Latest Golden Downs Holiday Deals

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Kings Gate Motel

Kings Gate Motel

3.5 out of 5
The Wood
per person
26 Sept - 29 Sept
found 24 hours ago
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Nelson (NSN)
8.4/10 Very Good! (113 reviews)
Good location but a bit unkempt.

Reviewed on 20 Mar. 2025

Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts

Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts

3.5 out of 5
Appleby
per person
15 Sept - 19 Sept
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Nelson (NSN)
9.8/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)
Beautiful place, loved the outside bath. Early June and it was so tranquil under the stars sitting in a hot bath. Great seeing all the little rabbits.

Reviewed on 6 Jun. 2025

The Waters

The Waters

4.5 out of 5
per person
15 Sept - 19 Sept
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Nelson (NSN)
9.8/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
The room overlooked the ocean and the beach was a 50 yd walk to the beach. Rob was an excellent host and very knowlegeable of the area. Breakfast was wonderful.

Reviewed on 19 Mar. 2025

Admirals Motor Inn

Admirals Motor Inn

3.5 out of 5
Nelson South
per person
15 Sept - 19 Sept
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Nelson (NSN)
9/10 Wonderful! (325 reviews)
Handy central location recently refurbished spotlessly clean

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Amber Court Motel Nelson

Amber Court Motel Nelson

3 out of 5
Tahunanui
per person
15 Sept - 19 Sept
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Nelson (NSN)
8.8/10 Excellent! (272 reviews)

Golden Downs Holiday

Our pick of the best Golden Downs Hotel Deals

Queen Street Studios

Queen Street Studios

3 out of 5
294 Queen Street, Richmond, South Island
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$175 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
NZ$175
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (78 reviews)
"Very clean and warm"

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2025

Queen Street Studios
Richmond Motel & Holiday Park

Richmond Motel & Holiday Park

3 out of 5
29 Gladstone Road, Richmond, Nelson
The price is NZ$130 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$130
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (262 reviews)
"Excellent stay for one night"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Richmond Motel & Holiday Park
Alpine Lodge

Alpine Lodge

3.5 out of 5
75 Main Road, St. Arnaud
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$159 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
NZ$159
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (456 reviews)
"Convenient stay with good dining and breakfast options."

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Alpine Lodge
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Golden Downs holiday package cost?
You can grab a holiday package to this top destination from NZ$677 on Expedia. But how much your holiday to Golden Downs costs will depend on your hotel choice, length of stay and season.
What are the cheapest months to go to Golden Downs?
May, June and July are great times to look for cheap Golden Downs holiday packages. Opting to travel in less busy months means you'll typically find lower prices on accommodation and flights.
How many days is enough for Golden Downs?
Generally, a handful of days is enough to tick off the top attractions during your Golden Downs holiday. But if you'd like to have some time to kick back or go on day trips, think about extending your itinerary.
How to find the best Golden Downs package deals?
Begin your search for a Golden Downs package deal by entering your preferred travel dates and destination under our "Packages" tab. Then select some filters, like "Guest rating" and "Property type," to tailor the results to your exact needs. You can also sort by "Package discount" and browse offers that come with unbeatable savings. If you don't find the perfect Golden Downs package deal right away, just change your dates and search again. Keep in mind that deals are only available for a limited time, so book early and get your Golden Downs getaway off to a flying start.
Is it cheaper to book a Golden Downs holiday as a package?
An Expedia holiday package could land you significant savings when compared to arranging hotels and flights individually. Better still, you can customise your Golden Downs escape to fit your exact needs. Pick your preferred flight time, select the hotel type and add a car rental. Check out our great deals to see how much you can save.
When to book a holiday package to Golden Downs?
If you have your Golden Downs travel dates confirmed, book early to snap up some outstanding deals. With Expedia, you can generally reserve some flights up to one year in advance. Prefer spontaneous adventures? Our last-minute deals are perfect for quick escapes.
How to plan a trip to Golden Downs?

  1. Pick the best time to travel: Your schedule, favourite season and the type of weather you like can all impact your decision on when to travel to Golden Downs.
  2. Plan your budget wisely: Besides the cost of your stay, you'll need to factor in other expenses. These include food, flights and transportation. Also, put aside some extra funds for unexpected costs that may arise during your trip to Golden Downs.
  3. Determine how many days away: Start by making a list of all the activities and attractions you want to get to in Golden Downs. Then, estimate how long you'll need for each, as well as any travel time.
  4. Combine your hotel and flights: Epic destination, check. Length of stay, check. All that's left now is to pick a Golden Downs holiday package that brings all your bookings together.

* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.