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Palazzo Motor Lodge

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel in Nelson with free parking

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Located close to Christ Church Cathedral and Nelson Market, Palazzo Motor Lodge provides dry cleaning/laundry services. Active travellers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec

Room options

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom with Spa Bath

Apartment, 1 Bedroom with Spa Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, Disability Access

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 40 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio with Spa

Studio with Spa

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive One Bedroom | Living area

Executive One Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Studio

Executive Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom | Living area

Two Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Comfort Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Apartment

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 80 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
159 Rutherford St, Nelson, 7010

What's nearby

  • Christ Church Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nelson Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Nelson Hospital - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 6 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tern Coffee House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hawker House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lombardi's - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Palazzo Motor Lodge

Luxury hotel near Tahunanui Beach Reserve
Located close to Christ Church Cathedral and Nelson Market, Palazzo Motor Lodge provides dry cleaning/laundry services. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Palazzo Motor Lodge offer comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
More amenities include:
  • Highchairs, children's books and cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, kitchens and fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 15.50 per person

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Books

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a national park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 24 December and 6 January.
The property is closed: New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 40.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 30 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 15.50 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 40.0 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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
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
Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Palazzo Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Palazzo Motor Lodge?

As of 6 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palazzo Motor Lodge on 7 Dec 2025 start from NZ$158.71, 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 Palazzo Motor Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Palazzo Motor Lodge?

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

What time is check-out at Palazzo Motor Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Palazzo Motor Lodge located?

Located in Nelson City Centre, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Christ Church Cathedral and Nelson Market. Trafalgar Park and Nelson Hospital are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Palazzo Motor Lodge Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 439 out of 526 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 526 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 526 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 526 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 526 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hamish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location - short walk to centre of town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and easy walk to restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

astrid

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very friendly reception, great and very clean room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was fresh and modern and all the little things were considered such as condiments and ear plugs. Super comfy beds. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raewyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all round, clean comfy room, with oral workspace for laptop and notes as a corporate traveller.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay, happily recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice people. Room housekeeping great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great stay with wonderful hosts. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Receptionist was fantastic and gave me pointers for seeing the town and places to eat - thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good layout
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very comfortable and clean place to stay. Very friendly receptionists.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trish

Clean, tidy and well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The helpful and friendly staff made our stay a pleasure.

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding visit

Excellent stay lovely hotel with great welcoming and service. The owner went above and beyond to make our stay easy and memorable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location to the city centre, with lots of eateries to choose from. The property is well kept and the rooms clean and well equipped. Staff friendly and helpful. Easy parking. A return visit definately.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceeded our expectations in all aspects. Great room and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved the jetbath and the comfort of the bed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

WAYNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It has been a few years since i last stayed at the Palazzo. Was previously under different management and a great place to stay. Now has new ownership and if it is possible, it is even better than before. Super comfortable, clean, modern and warm. Manager is super friendly too. I have no hesitation in recommending the Palazzo to other travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Short walk to centre. Comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Solongo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host was excellent. Spoke to us for ages about where to go as tourists and even recommended a handful of dinner options nearby. The room was clean and overall exceptional. We will stay here on our future plans in Nelson.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing was too much trouble fit Robyn and the room was absolutely gorgeous with so many added extras that made it a very special stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shena

Liked: Amenities
Great choice for stay in quaint Nelson! Easily walkable to sights and restaurants. Nice sized rooms with many amenities, comfortable beds and lovely spa tub. Owners were very accommodating and helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, well-equipped. Friendly staff. Good location. Would recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Te Kowhai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff who were extremely friendly and helpful. The room was clean and very well equipped.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022