Best hotels in Nelson

Explore Nelson with 90 stays near iconic landmarks, luxury hotels, and top boutiques for the best shopping and dining

Bridge Backpackers
7.9 (47 reviews)

Bridge Backpackers ★★★

📍 8 Bridge Street, Nelson

"2nd time staying here. Easier to get to anywhere, all within walking distance. Facility there are good too. And staff is always helpful."

Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel
8.7 (105 reviews)

Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel ★★★★

📍 27 Nile Street West, Nelson

"Environment: Located in the city center, it is very convenient for sightseeing and eating around. Service: The staff is warm and thoughtful. Historical hotel, it should have a certain reputation in the local area. Air New Zealand flight attendants also stay in this hotel, and I also met other pilots when I came here."

The Beachcomber Hotel
8.5 (40 reviews)

The Beachcomber Hotel ★★★

📍 23 Beach Road, Tahunanui, Nelson

"Lovely place and located 5 minutes walk to the beach. Our room was nice, clean, and neat! Lovely staff! Will definitely stay here again!"

YHA Nelson - Backpackers
8.2 (27 reviews)

YHA Nelson - Backpackers ★★

📍 59 Rutherford Street, Nelson

"The room facing the street was a bit noisy, and the window was too small."

Tasman Bay Backpackers
9.2 (62 reviews)

Tasman Bay Backpackers ★★★

📍 10 Weka Street, The Wood, Nelson

"Nice hostel, very cozy!"

Tides Hotel
8.9 (109 reviews)

Tides Hotel ★★★★

📍 66 Trafalgar Street, The Wood, Nelson

"Was a great choice. They have everything. Especially having a restaurant on site, although I thought the meals were quite pricey. For what we paid the rooms were good."

The Prince Albert Backpackers & Bar
8.4 (13 reviews)

The Prince Albert Backpackers & Bar ★★

📍 113 Nile Street, Nelson

"Good location. 5 minutes by car from town centre. Breakfast was included which included toast & jam and scone. Milk was provided for tea and coffee. Nice kitchen and other amenities such as ping pong table, pool table and dart board. Wi-fi was good. Parking was free but is limited."

The Hotel Nelson
8.9 (135 reviews)

The Hotel Nelson ★★★★

📍 40 Waimea Road, Nelson South, Nelson

"The cleanliness was okay, and the location and ambiance were passable. What I really need to mention is that the service was absolutely appalling. Checking in at 10 PM, no one answered the phone, only texted. What kind of hotel is this? Don't they have security guards? You know, I've been to New Plymouth, Christchurch, and Queenstown and never encountered any difficulty checking in at night. Nelson is unbelievable; how can he run a hotel with such a lack of service awareness?"

Harbourside Lodge
9.0 (104 reviews)

Harbourside Lodge ★★★★

📍 4 Duncan Street, Port Nelson, Nelson

"Very easy and friendly, fast to book"

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Bella Vista Nelson Hotels in Nelson

Bella Vista Nelson

"Extremely helpful and very kindly sorted out our mix up with dates. Lovely and clean with a very comfy bed. Thank you for being excellent hosts. Let us leave our luggage whilst we picked up our car from the airport which we really appreciate. I would recommend staying here to anyone."

Century Park Hotels in Nelson

Century Park

"Good🙏🏻"

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson Hotels in Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

"Beautiful large one bedroom unit, very clean, has two TV s(one in bedroom). Large bathroom with a spa bath, good shower. Kitchenette has everything you need for simple cooking. Bed is comfortable, electrical blanket is a plus. City view from balcony and mountain views from front verandah are very pleasing. Lovely friendly host lady makes our stay even more enjoyable. Location is central as well, easy drive/walk in and out. Loved it. Highly recommended."

Amber Court Motel Nelson Hotels in Nelson

Amber Court Motel Nelson

"NEVER STAY HERE. The owners are terrible people, they abuse their customers and make fun of them behind their BACKS! I Left my phone recording In the apartment and went out, came back and she had gone inside the room my husband, 3 year old and 1 year old where staying had called us pigs, disgusting and was constantly swearing and her husband had made comments about my husband and I as parents all over my children dropping some food on the ground and walking around outside. tried talking to the owner of motel about their comments and they went absolutely mental. Spend your money else were! This place is terrible. Not kid friendly, AWFUL people, out dated motel."

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Bridge Backpackers ★★★
"Central Location. Comfortable bunk bed with own light and plug outlet. Spacious storage locker underneath bed for luggage."
★★★★★
2025-12-11
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CN Yanyuwen

Family
Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel ★★★★
"I stayed in Nelson for a short time. The location is pretty good. There are NW supermarkets and gas stations nearby. The room is relatively old but the comfort is pretty good Worth staying"
★★★★★
2024-02-15
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Couple
The Beachcomber Hotel ★★★
"Arrived on a cold arvo, heater was on room was toasty as. Thank you. Great room, lovely staff. Great value...We will be back"
★★★★★
2025-06-14
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Couple
YHA Nelson - Backpackers ★★
"Amazing hotel"
★★★★★
2024-12-14
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Solo traveler
Tasman Bay Backpackers ★★★
"Overall acceptable"
★★★★★
2024-06-21
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Couple
Tides Hotel ★★★★
"Really nice hotel in a good location. Only wee downside as there was no off street parking available yet there were cones on 3 parking spots that were apparently reserved. But no vehicles were parked in any from what we saw"
★★★★★
2026-05-24
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The Prince Albert Backpackers & Bar ★★
"We stayed at the Prince Albert Hotel the day before setting off to tramp the Old Ghost Road. Despite being affordable the backpackers/hotel was a great choice. The room was clean with an en suite bathroom, the staff were friendly and helpful and we ate in the bar and the food was excellent. The hotel is also conveniently located near Nelson City Centre. "
★★★★★
2023-12-01
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Couple
The Hotel Nelson ★★★★
"My husband and I spent one night here in transit between hokitika and Picton. Location was fairly central. The reception were very accommodating and helpful."
★★★★★
2025-04-04
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Family
Harbourside Lodge ★★★★
"Big room. Good night sleep. Clean and close to restaurants"
★★★★★
2026-07-23

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90

Weekday Avg. Price

$160

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$165

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