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A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.

A person dining at a table with a view of the sky and buildings.

A room with a large window overlooking a pool and greenery. There is a table and chairs outside the window.

A hotel room with a bed, a tray with breakfast items, a lamp, and a floral wall.

1. Tides Hotel

The Wood

Nicholas

NZ$120

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the city.

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a blue sofa and a small table.

A hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a view of the mountains, and a dining area with outdoor seating.

2. The Hotel Nelson

Nelson South

Andrew

NZ$113

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large central dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A hotel entrance with a covered area, a sign for 'Palazzo', and a 'Lazz' store visible in the background.

A modern hotel room with two white armchairs, a yellow ottoman, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area, and a large green plant.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a TV.

3. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Nelson City Centre

Shaun

NZ$136

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A building with the sign "QUEST" at the top, featuring multiple windows and a modern architectural design.

A modern living room with a dining table, a sofa, a green armchair, and a lamp.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a large window with curtains, and a view of buildings and hills.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a washing machine, a kitchenette, and a dining area.

4. Quest Nelson

Nelson City Centre

Gideon

NZ$141

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

A breakfast tray with a croissant, fruit preserves, and two glasses of champagne on a white table in a modern hotel room with a view of a cityscape.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A modern two-story building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and a landscaped garden area.

A modern building with a sign reading "The Sails." It features a prominent staircase and large windows.

5. The Sails Nelson

The Wood

Suzannah

NZ$190

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A dining table set with chairs, a view of a town and hills in the background.

A swimming pool with two lounge chairs, surrounded by a metal fence and trees.

A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

A bar area with various liquor bottles and a glass of orange juice on the counter.

6. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Nelson City Centre

Anthony

NZ$225

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A modern house with a balcony, large windows, and a dining area.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

A modern kitchen with a large window, a dining area, and a bedroom with a balcony.

A modern two-story building with a large entrance and a covered driveway.

7. Century Park Motor Lodge

Nelson City Centre

Gavin

NZ$158

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A waterfront property with a boat docked in front of a yellow building with a red roof.

A waterfront hotel with a red-tiled roof, balconies, and a boat docked nearby.

A room with a view of a street outside, a chain barrier, and a chair with a cushion.

A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with numerous boats.

8. Harbourside Lodge

Port Nelson

Wayne

NZ$189

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a painting of a flamingo, and a view into the dining area.

A wall mural with a peacock and floral design.

9. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

The Wood

Nic

NZ$120

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A wide beach with a clear sky and distant mountains.

A modern, well-lit room with a blue carpet, a white sofa with black cushions, a small desk, and a chair.

A hotel room with a large bed, two black pillows, a wooden headboard, and two wall-mounted lights.

A modern, clean hallway with a potted plant, glass railing, and a view of the outside.

10. Beaches Nelson

Tahunanui

Nic

NZ$169

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A balcony with a table set for breakfast, including croissants, a bottle, and a tray with a drink.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, a television mounted on the wall, a window with a view of greenery, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A living room with a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, a lamp, and a TV.

11. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Nelson City Centre

Bronwyn

NZ$162

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A brick building with a tiled roof, a pond, and a wooden dock.

A spacious living room with leather sofas, a stone fireplace, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A pool area with a wooden deck, rope barrier, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

12. Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Nelson

Jeremy

NZ$165

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A reception area with a counter, seating, and a sign welcoming guests to breakfast.

A buffet table with various food items and a milk jug.

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a bench, surrounded by a covered patio.

A hotel with a traditional architectural style, featuring a curved roof and multiple windows.

13. The Beachcomber Hotel

Tahunanui

Shirl

NZ$150

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

An aerial view of a swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a brick patio and palm trees.

A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple buildings with red-tiled roofs, and a palm tree.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, a lamp, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the street outside.

14. Palms Motel

Nelson City Centre

Lisa

NZ$153

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A staircase with a geometric stained glass window above, wooden handrails, and potted plants on the right.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

A room with a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, and a balcony with a view of buildings.

A large, two-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

15. Admirals Motor Inn

Nelson South

Brendon

NZ$153

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

A hotel named Saxton Lodge with a sign indicating directions to Saxton Field Sports Complex.

A spacious living room with a large window, a gray sofa, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.

A room with a large window, a table, chairs, and a floor lamp.

A two-story building with a balcony, a reception area, and outdoor seating.

16. Saxton Lodge

Stoke

Jo-Anne

NZ$193

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A motel with a two-story structure, a driveway leading to the entrance, and a parking area.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and refrigerator. There is a dining table with chairs and a vase with flowers.

A patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a tiled floor.

A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV stand, and a trash bin.

17. Arrow Motel Apartments

Tahunanui

John

NZ$122

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a clock, and artwork on the walls.

A residential area with white houses, a pathway, and a neatly trimmed hedge.

A reception desk with a 'Welcome' sign, a calendar, a framed picture of a coastal landscape, and a vase with white orchids.

A Tudor Lodge Motel with a signboard, solar panels, and a white and black exterior.

18. Tudor Lodge Motel

Tahunanui

Anna

NZ$131

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A room with a view of a coastal landscape, featuring a table with chairs, a wicker sofa, and a wooden ceiling.

A room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a wicker chair. Large windows offer a view of the sea and a small island.

A spacious living area with a large window overlooking a scenic view, a cozy seating arrangement, and a wooden ceiling.

A wooden house with a balcony overlooking a coastal landscape with a clear view of the sea and a small island.

19. The Wheelhouse Inn

Britannia Heights

Kate

NZ$280

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a small kitchenette, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A modern hotel with a two-story structure, a covered parking area, and a hillside backdrop.

A compact kitchen with a built-in oven, a microwave, and a dishwasher.

A hotel with a reception area, a landscaped garden with various plants and a gravel pathway, and a building with a red roof.

20. Bella Vista Motel Nelson

Tahunanui

Ian

NZ$141

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

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Holiday Rentals in Top of the South

Aparthotel

Quest Nelson

Nelson City Centre

"Very helpful and friendly staff with clean and neat rooms."

Aparthotel

Beaches Nelson

Tahunanui

"Spacious room with large comfortable bed"

Aparthotel

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

The Wood

"Our go to for Nelson breaks. Always friendly reception. All ammenities we could ask for in a brief stay. So handy to just walk into town or to dining and events in the evening."

Aparthotel

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a bed, a kitchen area, and a dining table.

A two-story building with balconies, large windows, and a paved courtyard.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, a bed with a view, and a sofa.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in microwave, and a large window offering a view of the landscape.

Avalon Manor Motel

Motueka

"Fantastic friendly host, lovely room, a great place to stay!"

Aparthotel

A beach with clear turquoise water, people sunbathing, and a few surfers.

A balcony with a view of a beach and water, wooden furniture, and a signboard.

A modern kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, wooden cabinets, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern two-story house with a balcony, located on a sandy beach with a clear sky.

Kaiteriteri Reserve Apartments

Kaiteriteri

"Great beach view, clean, spacious. It was a great place to visit "

Aparthotel

A garden with hydrangea bushes in blue and purple.

A well-maintained garden with a dining area featuring wicker chairs and a table set for two.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a kettle. There is a dining table with a vase of flowers and a bowl of lemons. A television is visible in the background.

A swimming pool with a person relaxing on a lounge chair.

Antares Homestay

Rapaura

"Room was adaquate, dinning was very good and the area was great for hiking and walking."

Apartment

A balcony with a view of a marina, boats, and a hilly landscape.

A bedroom with a large window offering a view of a harbor and mountains.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a large mirror, and a view of the sea.

A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

Picton Waterfront Apartments

Picton

"Beautiful view, clean and well equipped apartment, very helpful with checking in. Loved our stay"

Holiday Home

A cozy, wooden cabin with a pitched roof and a glass front door.

A cabin with a sloped roof and a small porch area.

A lush garden with a variety of plants and trees, a wooden pergola, and a modern building with large windows.

A person walking on a beach with a large rock in the water.

Wetland View Park

Mangarakau

"Great base for exploring this stunning remote corner of New Zealand. "

Holiday Home

Trafalgar Lodge

The Wood

"Spacious- everything we needed, good location"

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Stay near popular Top of the South attractions

Picton Harbour

9.2/10 (1,010 reviews)

Visit a floating maritime museum, board a chartered fishing boat and relax beneath the tall palms that line one of New Zealand’s most important harbours.

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Tahunanui Beach Reserve

9.2/10 (709 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Tahunanui Beach Reserve during your travels in Nelson? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Parks, wineries and sights from Queens Gardens to Nelson Market—discover it all in Top of the South.

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Top Top of the South Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Top of the South

Palazzo Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay at the Palazzo in Nelson. We had a nice quiet room and the tips on where to eat and what to see were very much appreciated. Would stay here again in future."

Scenic Hotel Marlborough

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly helpful staff on check in. Room had all we required."

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Good place to stay if your using the ferry .close and handy to everything. Lovely staff and would recommend this motel to anyone traveling. Had everything you needed"

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Our go to for Nelson breaks. Always friendly reception. All ammenities we could ask for in a brief stay. So handy to just walk into town or to dining and events in the evening."

Picton Beachcomber Inn

8/10 Good

"Firstly the lady at reception was lovely, very friendly & helpful both on check-in and check out. The hotel was nice, good location, sky tv which was a nice bonus, the room was a good size and the beds were comfortable. Only one small issue, the shower is very powerful when turned on to the point it felt like the water went everywhere. The pressure was good but would have been better if could have changed the angle of the water. The room had a safe, which feels a bit 50/50 in new Zealand and Australia Overall good value for money and a nice hotel."

Harbour View Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location"

Tides Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Had dinner and breakfast. Both Meals very high standard and service was impeccable."

Kimi Ora Eco Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Kimi Ora is its own unique eco-resort, and it does it well! Fantastic facilities with multiple pools and saunas to choose from, and despite being fully booked, did not feel overcrowded at any point of the stay. Guests are respectful of the peaceful atmosphere and the location is perfect for a short but satisfying get away. Breakfast is the perfect amount of choice, everything fresh and delicious."

The Boathouse Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Close Proximity from the Ferry Terminal, and short amble in to Picton Shopping Centre ~ Welcoming/Engaging Staff; Affordable/Essential only Accommodation, but catering for all one could ever need ~ Would not hesitate to stay again ..."

More cheap accommodation in Top of the South

The Boathouse Lodge

9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough

NZ$81

7 Sept - 8 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (220 reviews)

Blenheim Bridges Holiday Park

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NZ$82

7 Sept - 8 Sept

includes taxes & fees

The Barn Cabins & Camp

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NZ$93

7 Sept - 8 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (182 reviews)

Bridge Backpackers

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NZ$94

10 Sept - 11 Sept

includes taxes & fees

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

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NZ$114

7 Oct - 8 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (131 reviews)

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers

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Our top choices for Top of the South hotels

1. Tides Hotel

2. The Hotel Nelson

3. Palazzo Motor Lodge

4. Quest Nelson

5. The Sails Nelson

6. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

7. Century Park Motor Lodge

8. Harbourside Lodge

9. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

10. Beaches Nelson

11. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

12. Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

13. The Beachcomber Hotel

14. Palms Motel

15. Admirals Motor Inn

16. Saxton Lodge

17. Arrow Motel Apartments

18. Tudor Lodge Motel

19. The Wheelhouse Inn

20. Bella Vista Motel Nelson

Holiday Rentals in Top of the South

Quest Nelson

Beaches Nelson

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

Avalon Manor Motel

Kaiteriteri Reserve Apartments

Antares Homestay

Picton Waterfront Apartments

Wetland View Park

Trafalgar Lodge

Stay near popular Top of the South attractions

Picton Harbour

Tahunanui Beach Reserve

Learn more about Top of the South

Top Top of the South Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Top of the South

Palazzo Motor Lodge

Scenic Hotel Marlborough

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

Picton Beachcomber Inn

Harbour View Motel

Tides Hotel

Kimi Ora Eco Resort

The Boathouse Lodge

More cheap accommodation in Top of the South

The Boathouse Lodge

Blenheim Bridges Holiday Park

The Barn Cabins & Camp

Bridge Backpackers

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

Piwaka Lodge and Backpackers

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