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The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers

The Cambridge Hotel & Backpackers

2 out of 5
Te Aro
Price was NZ$466, price is now NZ$342 per person
NZ$342
per person
5 Mar - 10 Mar
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Christchurch (CHC) to Wellington (WLG)
7.8/10 Good! (893 reviews)
Very nice historical building

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Naumi Studio Wellington

Naumi Studio Wellington

4 out of 5
Te Aro
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Price was NZ$672, price is now NZ$456 per person
NZ$456
per person
27 Mar - 31 Mar
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Wellington (WLG)
8.6/10 Excellent! (913 reviews)
Great rooms, very clean and such a great aesthetic- cocktails in the bar are well worth the experience too

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Quest 256 Lambton

Quest 256 Lambton

3 out of 5
Wellington CBD
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Price was NZ$556, price is now NZ$383 per person
NZ$383
per person
27 Mar - 31 Mar
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Wellington (WLG)
9.8/10 Exceptional! (616 reviews)
Nice clean room, that included all required amenities. The hotel is centrally located and walking distance to museum and waterfront.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

U Suites on Cuba

U Suites on Cuba

3.5 out of 5
Te Aro
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Price was NZ$857, price is now NZ$634 per person
NZ$634
per person
22 Mar - 25 Mar
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Wellington (WLG)
7/10 Good! (2 reviews)
One bathroom is inadequate for 7 people. Curtains falling off in bedroom. Only 6 chairs at dining table. Very small and inadequate living area for 7 people. No dishcloth in kitchen.

Reviewed on 25 July 2024

Nomads Capital Backpackers Wellington

Nomads Capital Backpackers Wellington

2 out of 5
Te Aro
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Price was NZ$561, price is now NZ$415 per person
NZ$415
per person
5 Mar - 10 Mar
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
Christchurch (CHC) to Wellington (WLG)
8/10 Very Good! (546 reviews)
NIce staff, Capital Wellington is well situated to Cuba Street, museum. The room we had was clean with basic bathroom. We will stay again.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Our guide on where to stay in Top of the South

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Panoramic Photo of Nelson Town Centre, the Harbour and the Coast, South Island, New Zealand

Nelson City Centre

4.5/5(153 area reviews)

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

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Top of the South Holiday

Our pick of the best Top of the South Hotel Deals

The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson

3 out of 5
40 Waimea Road Nelson
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$166 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
NZ$166
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
The room was spotless and the facilities were great.

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

The Hotel Nelson
The Boathouse Lodge

The Boathouse Lodge

2 out of 5
9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$87 per night from 7 Feb to 8 Feb
NZ$87
7 Feb - 8 Feb
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (126 reviews)
Staff was very accommodating.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

The Boathouse Lodge
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$171 per night from 7 Feb to 8 Feb
NZ$171
7 Feb - 8 Feb
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Clean and comfortable. The hotel restaurant was reasonable value for money.

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Top of the South

Picton and Marina Panorama in Early Morning, Summer.

Picton Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Picton Ferry Terminal. You'll find more to see and do in this quaint area.

Picton Ferry Terminal
Picton Harbour showing boating, night scenes and a bridge

Picton Harbour

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.

Picton Harbour

Trafalgar Park

Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Trafalgar Park

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Which airlines fly to Top of the South?
Air New Zealand is a major carrier servicing Top of the South. Search for a ticket to Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) and you'll have 3479 Air New Zealand flights per month to select from.
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What are the most popular airports to fly into in Top of the South?
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Top of the South?
Taking off on a Tuesday, followed by a Monday, is usually the best way to get the cheapest airfare. Steer clear of weekends if you can, because Saturday is typically the most expensive day of the week. Spend the dollars you saved having a blast in Top of the South instead!
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