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Harbourside Lodge

4.0 star property
Enjoy drinks at the welcoming bar or gather around the barbecue grills for a memorable stay just steps from Nelson Market and Trafalgar Park

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Harbourside Lodge offers comfort and convenience near Nelson's attractions. Enjoy the on-site restaurant, laundry facilities, luggage storage, and free newspapers. The helpful staff ensures a pleasant stay. The barbecue area is perfect for casual dining.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Marina View | Living area

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Marina View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Marina view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Studio, Courtyard Area | Terrace/patio

Standard Studio, Courtyard Area

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ground Floor

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Studio, Marina View

Studio, Marina View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Marina view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Studio, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Harbour View Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Marina view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Harbour Front Apartment

Harbour Front Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • Harbour view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Port Nelson, a neighbourhood in Nelson, Harbourside Lodge is near the airport and on the waterfront. Nelson Market and Richmond Mall are worth visiting if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Codgers Mountain Bike Park. Enjoy an event or a match at Trafalgar Park, and consider making time for Founders Heritage Park—a top attraction that's not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, windsurfing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking. Visit our Nelson travel guide
Map
4 Duncan Street, Port Nelson, Nelson, 7010

What's nearby

  • Trafalgar Park
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nelson Market
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Nelson Provincial Museum
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral
    3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Founders Heritage Park
    3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • River Kitchen Nelson
    15 min walk
  • Boat Shed Cafe
    2 min drive
  • The Tides
    14 min walk
  • The Styx
    12 min walk
  • Tasty Tucker Bakery
    19 min walk

About this property

Harbourside Lodge

Upscale hotel near Tahunanui Beach Reserve
Located close to Trafalgar Park and Nelson Market, Harbourside Lodge provides free full breakfast, a marina and laundry facilities. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with a bar and conference space.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • A bike shuttle, beach towels and a nature reserve
  • A front desk safe, secured bike storage and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Harbourside Lodge boast comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and travel cots
  • Hairdryers and shampoo
  • 53-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, microwaves and toasters

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Bicycle shuttle
  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 269 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • In a nature reserve
  • Marina
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2000
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mediterranean architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 53-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.00 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.00 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Alcohol is not served at this property

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

Harbourside Lodge
Harbourside Lodge Nelson
Harbourside Nelson
Harbourside Lodge Hotel
Harbourside Lodge Nelson
Harbourside Lodge Hotel Nelson

Frequently asked questions

Is Harbourside Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Harbourside Lodge?

As of 8 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harbourside Lodge on 25 Mar 2026 start from NZ$196, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Harbourside Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Harbourside Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Harbourside Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Harbourside Lodge located?

Located in Port Nelson, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Trafalgar Park, Nelson Market and Christ Church Cathedral. Founders Heritage Park and Nelson Hospital are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Harbourside Lodge Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 454 out of 653 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 653 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 653 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 653 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 653 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and well equipped. Very simple check in and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gayla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and the views are peaceful on the Marina
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice, was glad for the dryer as we had been swimming. Location to the restaurant next door was great! Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upgraded our room on arrival and was very helpful for our early departure with an early breakfast Great view and friendly helpful staff. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Clean room, comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent rooms and great breakfast. 15 mins walk from town center
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Gabrielle

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean. Staff very nice. Good view
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow! What gem. Location was an excellent. The room was spotless very well equipped and served by friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location over looking the harbour. Bonus was Anchor Inn next door which had really nice meals.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy non complicated check in. Friendly staff offering safe area to leave bikes and contacting us on check out of items left behind. Nice rooms, great bathroom size. Walkable to local bar/restaurant for great meal.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff very accommodating & very pleasant have stayed in a lot of places worldwide but was treated as good as I have been anywhere would gladly recommend & return to stay again handy location too
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jacques

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and spatious. However, the king bed was two single beds put side by side.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room as spacious. All the amenties you'd need. Breakfast was more than adequate. Easy check in. Probably time to ditch Sky TV in favour of access to Netflix or Prime? Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice view of the marina. Staff very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff were very helpful & friendly. Great location overlooking marina from our balcony. Bar & restaurant next door exceptional
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful room overlooking the harbour. Very clean room and friendly staff. Lovely breakfast. Easy to walk into town (about 30 mins) or to walk to the museums and ‘Centre of NZ’ along the picturesque river. Quiet area for comfortable sleeping and plenty of parking. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coleman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and quiet. Great views of the harbour and mountains from the balcony. City centre only a 10 minute walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location, located close to the marina and a restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice view of the harbour Clean room and comfortable bed Really friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to airport easy trip to City Centre Receptionist very friendly continental breakfast nice
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superbly clean rooms and excellent breakfast provided. Hostess friendly and helpful. Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and warm and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable, but wind howling through the door so loudly was not pleasant at all!! High pitched whistling made it very hard to relax! Location really wasn’t convenient. Not within walking distance of anything. Nothing around. Had to drive into town. Only restaurant close by not good at all!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good sized room that was nicely furnished and very clean. Room for 2 suitcases. Good sized modern bathroom. The manager was friendly and helpful. Breakfast was a choice of cereal, yoghurt and fruit and toast and spreads. Not elaborate but similar to home. The motel is situated on the harbour in the industrial area. Good cafe restaurant on the water front and only 50 m from the hotel. Easy drive in Nelsen fir shopping and restaurant options.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Short walk into town centre via trails. Staff friendly and helpful. I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025