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Our top choices for Nelson South hotels

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The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Great olace to stay."
Australia
Tracey
The price is NZ$119
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
The Hotel Nelson
Interior detail
Admirals Motor Inn

Admirals Motor Inn

Admirals Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (339)
"Staff are always friendly and happy. Room is well present with great space to relax in."
Australia
Brendon
The price is NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Admirals Motor Inn
Outdoor dining
Parautane Lodge

Parautane Lodge

Parautane Lodge
5.0 star property
9.3 km from Nelson South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (43)
"Stunning views Great hospitality"
New Zealand
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$445
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Parautane Lodge
Executive Studio
Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1 km from Nelson South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (544)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Campbell
The price is NZ$137
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Palazzo Motor Lodge
Exterior
Harbourside Lodge

Harbourside Lodge

Harbourside Lodge
4.0 star property
Port Nelson, 2.5 km from Nelson South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (614)
"Quiet, clean and comfortable. Friendly staff. Lovely view of yachts in the Harbour. "
United States
Pamela
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Harbourside Lodge
Balcony view
Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 0.9 km from Nelson South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (325)
"Great stay - would stay again!"
Australia
Laura
The price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Century Park Motor Lodge
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
The Wood, 2 km from Nelson South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1386)
"Beautiful room - clean, quiet and modern. Great location."
Australia
Belle
The price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Front of property – evening/night
Gladstone Motel Nelson

Gladstone Motel Nelson

Gladstone Motel Nelson
4.5 star property
10 km from Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (108)
"Stay was good thank you "
Australia
Matt
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Gladstone Motel Nelson
Front of property
Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1.6 km from Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (465)
"Room was spotless and well situated for day trips from Nelson"
Canada
David
The price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Quest Nelson
Breakfast and dinner served, seafood
Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson
4.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1.1 km from Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (589)
"Great stay "
New Zealand
Bryce
The price is NZ$213
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
One Bedroom Family Apartment | Terrace/patio
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 0.8 km from Nelson South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (438)
"Excellent service on checkin and checkout. Noisy area, though - lots of fireworks and outdoor partying very close by."
Canada
Steven
The price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge
Exterior
Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts

Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts

Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts
3.5 star property
12.8 km from Nelson South
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (56)
"Love that it's pet friendly and rural. Could do with a curtain over the window above the TV.... The fresh bread was divine"
Australia
Eve
The price is NZ$217
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts
Food and drink
The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson
5.0 star property
The Wood, 2.2 km from Nelson South
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (708)
"Very friendly hosts and easy proximity to everything. "
Australia
Julie
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
The Sails Nelson
Deluxe King or Twin Studio
Queen Street Studios

Queen Street Studios

Queen Street Studios
3.0 star property
9.7 km from Nelson South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (80)
"perfect location and fantastic hotel, would definitely visit and stay again "
Australia
Melanie
The price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Queen Street Studios
Exterior
Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
The Wood, 1.9 km from Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Convenient for short stay."
Australia
Dayveen
The price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Tides Hotel
Two Bedroom First Floor
Parkside Motel

Parkside Motel

Parkside Motel
3.5 star property
10.5 km from Nelson South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (122)
"Great friendly staff, fantastic spacious room, outdoor area great for the kids."
Australia
Matt
The price is NZ$217
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Parkside Motel
Exterior
Saxton Lodge

Saxton Lodge

Saxton Lodge
5.0 star property
Stoke, 6.6 km from Nelson South
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (431)
"Really good stay, helpful friendly staff. "
New Zealand
Kerrie
The price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Saxton Lodge
Outdoor pool
Palms Motel

Palms Motel

Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1.7 km from Nelson South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (313)
"Comfortable stay, very close walk to the town center."
New Zealand
Jayde
The price is NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Palms Motel
Balcony view
The Pear Orchard Lodge

The Pear Orchard Lodge

The Pear Orchard Lodge
3.0 star property
12.6 km from Nelson South
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (29)
"Very pleasant stay and friendly people. Cheers Jason."
Australia
Jason
The price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
The Pear Orchard Lodge
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The Wheelhouse Inn

The Wheelhouse Inn

The Wheelhouse Inn
3.5 star property
Britannia Heights, 1.7 km from Nelson South
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (227)
"A beautiful spot, with very helpful hosts – highly recommended! "
Australia
Huw
The price is NZ$310
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
The Wheelhouse Inn
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Our guide on where to stay in Nelson South

Find the best Nelson South areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Nelson South
Learn more about Nelson South
Nelson - Tasman

Nelson City Centre

Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Market and Queens Gardens.

Tahunanui

Tahunanui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Natureland Zoo and Tahunanui Beach Reserve while you're in town.

Stoke

Stoke is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Isel Park and McCashin's Brewery.

Maitai

If you're spending some time in Maitai, Centre of New Zealand Monument and Waahi Taakaro Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Toi Toi

Though Toi Toi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Natureland Zoo and Nelson Market.

Top Nelson South Hotel Reviews

Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson

10/10 Excellent
"Room was large, clean and comfortable. Great view and was quiet. Air con worked great, but also could open windows if needed. Lovely pool area for an inner city hotel. Also great location as close to everything "
Graeme 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Nelson South?
Nelson South is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants and bars. Are you looking for Nelson South travel tips? Make sure that you visit Fairfield Park and Victory Square while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Nelson South?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Admirals Motor Inn is the highest ranked property in Nelson South. This hotel offers free parking and in-room kitchenettes. Another top choice in the area is Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park.
How many hotels are there in Nelson South?
Expedia has 20 hotels and other accommodation options in Nelson South to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Nelson area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Nelson South, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals in Nelson South.
What is there to do in this Nelson neighbourhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Nelson South with a visit to Fairfield Park and Victory Square. While you're out sightseeing in Nelson, make sure that you visit other sights such as Flamedaisy Glass Design or Nelson Provincial Museum.

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