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Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, near Tahunanui Beach Reserve

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2-Bedroom Spa Suite
Studio Suite | Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle
Property grounds
2-Bedroom Spa Suite | Private kitchenette

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July

Room options

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Deluxe Studio Suite | Courtyard view

Deluxe Studio Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2-Bedroom Spa Suite | View from room

2-Bedroom Spa Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe One Bedroom Suite

Deluxe One Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Suite

One Bedroom Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually furnished, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Studio Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
80 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson, 7011

What's nearby

  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nelson Hospital - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Nelson College - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 6 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sublime Coffee Nelson Airport - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Speights Ale House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Nelson Suburban Club Inc - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge

Motel near Tahunanui Beach Reserve
Located close to Nelson Hospital and Nelson College, Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge provides a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Barbecues, outdoor furniture and luggage storage
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and dining tables.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with hairdryers and shampoo
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, kitchenettes and fridges

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • DVD player
  • Highchair
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1998
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in

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
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 50.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 50.0 per night

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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 Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge?

As of 5 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge on 12 Jul 2025 start from NZ$166.75, 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 Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge located?

Located in Tahunanui, this motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Tahunanui Beach Reserve, Nelson College and Nelson Hospital. Nelson Market and Christ Church Cathedral are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 82 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Was great for a couple of nights, handy to Tahuna beach
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

Pleasant stay, the staff were friendly and the unit was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

The staff were helpful and the motel was very clean. Recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Lovely hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Manager Sankrit (sp?) is very attentive, thoughtful and helpful. If location and motel experience is what you want, then you can't go wrong here. Recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Perfect place to stay and explore, especially if you're staying for a few days
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10

Property is well-located, being close to airport and close to Tahunanui. There are a number of eating places in close proxmity. It is located on a main road, which carries a lot of traffic and it can be noisy.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Nice property with very friendly kind owners…
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10

Friendly staff, good value for money and close to airport.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018

6/10

Seemed a bit overpriced for the age of the property
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Our unit was very clean, the staff were really helpful and it is close to lots of great eateries
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10

Great location, easy access to plenty of places by car, bike or walking.

10/10

Very pleasant staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10

Friendly owners, nice and peaceful place to stay. Balcony for dinner was nice. Easy walk down to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Excellent place place to stay. Management very helpful for advice on sightseeing . Bus time tables would have been good in check in
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Great stay here. Room had everything I needed. Great location and really friendly host. Lovely balcony for a warm evening
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

We loved the calm holiday feel Tuscany Motel gave. Very welcoming owners and top service. I would go back anytime. Birds chirping, the beach in walking distance and a patio for every room for you to enjoy warm nights or early mornings.

8/10

The owner was very friendly. The rooms are extremely clean. The only one small problem was the internet connection wasnt the best but overall would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

6/10

Our accomodation was extremely clean , new and comfortable for our stay and we really enjoyed it . The road noise was an issue for us and would be so good if it could be rectified somehow and higher occupancy 😊.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10

Over priced no separate bedroom cramped sleeping area & bed could be replaced ie. Higher more comfortable mattress.relaxing area very limited.very nice bathroom facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10

The property is on the main road so can be quite noisy if you are in the front units A bit too far out of town for us
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10

We knew about the road noise so were prepared. Everything else was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10

The chairs were not comfortable for a stay of few days

2/10

Milk was off had lumps in it no soap in the bathroom and very noisey with road traffic. I will not be recommending.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10

Very basic for rate No air conditioning and only badic tv channels Quite noisy with traffic as on main road
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023