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The Hotel Nelson

3.0 star property

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Superior Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Bar (on property)
Seasonal outdoor pool, a heated pool, sun loungers
Executive Apartment, 4 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker
Fitness studio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is $67
$59 nightly
$67 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 24 - Jun 25

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40 Waimea Road, Nelson, 7010
  • Place, Nelson College
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Christ Church Cathedral
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Trafalgar Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Studio | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Studio, Kitchen | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, Kitchen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, Jetted Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Unit with Spa

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living area | 40-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Apartment, 4 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker

Executive Apartment, 4 Bedrooms

  • 1023 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Compact Studio | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Compact Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 210 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

One Bedroom Unit

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two Bedrooms Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Nelson

The Hotel Nelson is centrally located in Nelson, a 4-minute walk from Nelson College and 10 minutes by foot from Nelson Hospital. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Christ Church Cathedral and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Nelson Market.

What's nearby

  • Nelson College - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Nelson Market - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Queens Gardens - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Trafalgar Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tern Coffee House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Salt & Pepper - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Flames On Forty - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Vic Mac's Brew Bar - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson offers 80 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. 40-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Nelson hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

A children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 80 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and complimentary newspapers.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.
Grab a bite to eat at Flames on 40, a restaurant where you can enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge and dine alfresco. Or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM on weekdays.
Flames on 40 - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Weekday full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 8 to 28 for adults and NZD 5 to 28 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Flames on 40

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Heated pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 up
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 30.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 8.00 to 28.00 for adults, and NZD 5.00 to 28.00 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent

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
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from October to May

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Quality Inn Nelson
Quality Nelson
Leisure Hotel Nelson
Hotel Nelson
The Hotel Nelson Hotel
The Hotel Nelson Nelson
The Hotel Nelson Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 577 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1007 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Varun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff , clean room and good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and proximity to city was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOANNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location very quiet spacious units
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
cleanliness & friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Saskia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were welcoming and lovely at check in. Room was very clean, quiet and the best beds so far this holiday. Would definitely come back to Hotel Nelson again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice place to stay. Great location, easy walk into the central city shopping/dining area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, spacious room, very clean, friendly staff members, highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean and spacious and perfect for us as well as in a nice location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and the facilities were great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Gerrit

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location, excellent meals Will recommend & will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

AMIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room service was convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great olace to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Abbas S

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless room Comfortable bed
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Loved the jetted spa
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

li

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything very good. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Anil

good vale hotel , nice and clean , well kept hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and courteous staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynwood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet room on the main floor, superb shower. Easy drive to dining and entertainment in central Nelson. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yasuhiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good facilities and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dirk

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. The staff were nice. It was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shantanu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Great location. Very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean and tidy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovelly, friendly staff, great quiet accommodation with some updated facilities. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025