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Balmoral Motel

3.5 star property
Travelers find their own slice of paradise at this Tahunanui retreat where an outdoor pool and playground provide entertainment for all ages

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Balmoral Motel in Tahunanui welcomes guests with eco-friendly charm. Relax in the garden, cool off in the outdoor pool, or enjoy family time at the playground. Practical amenities like laundry facilities and barbecue grills make it ideal for laid-back getaways.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb

Room options

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One Bedroom

One Bedroom

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Executive Queen Studio

Executive Queen Studio

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Twin Studio

Twin Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Two Bedroom

Two Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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King Studio

King Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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One Bedroom

One Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • 38 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Located near the beach, Balmoral Motel is in Tahunanui, a neighbourhood in Nelson. World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Provincial Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Nelson Fun Park and Nelson Golf Links. Natureland Zoo and Queens Gardens are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Map
47 Muritai Street, Tahunanui, Nelson, 7011

What's nearby

  • Burrell Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Natureland Zoo - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Nelson Fun Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nelson Golf Links - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Squires Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Boat Shed Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sublime Coffee - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Balmoral Motel

Motel located in Tahunanui
Balmoral Motel provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage, barbecues and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at Balmoral Motel include comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, kitchens and fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Balmoral Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Balmoral Motel?

As of 14 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balmoral Motel on 1 Feb 2026 start from AU$174.42, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Balmoral Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Balmoral Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Balmoral Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Balmoral Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Balmoral Motel located?

Located in Tahunanui, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Burrell Park, Natureland Zoo and Nelson Fun Park. Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Paddy's Knob Reserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Balmoral Motel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 182 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 182 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 182 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 182 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 182 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff & comfy bed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff spacious room close to beach
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room lovely and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at the Balmoral, very clean and pleasant accommodation. Our hosts were very hospitable and we appreciated the cuddles with Ariana.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Belinda and Peter are very great hosts Accommodation was all what we expected Full apartment for 2 days with fully equipped kitchen living room bathroom bedroom and garden to enjoy the sunset! We were able to enjoy Irish performance in restaurant where Peter played bouzouki And Belinda has taken us there Best to this amazing couple
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness and facilities were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable, friendly staff. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

P

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean bedding and comfy bed. Friendly and responsive staff. A bit concerning to have 2 large patio windows into the ground floor suit but the area was very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

D M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Second visit to this motel. Definitely the best I’ve found in Nelson. Clean, modern and great service. I’ll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

D M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely spacious room and amazing bed. Great service. Would definitely recommend and return on our next trip to Nelson.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent motel with lovely owners. Pool was good for a swim on a hot day.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very comfortable stay.

Very well located clean comfortable motel. Everything as expected,.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Better than expected - lovely clean well catered and super comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice helpful staff
Stayed 0 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were very welcoming and informative. The amenities were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was newly renovated and very clean. Large well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nelson TC

Clean and wonderful host!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The management were very helpful and freindly. Sky tv great and room very clean. Great motel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful manager and staff
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would Stay Again

Very clean and comfortable room. Proprieters very friendly and helpful. Great cooking space and we were allowed to use the owners' barbecue. Central location, short walk to Natureland and the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Balmoral Motel

Belinda was so nice and friendly, and accomodations were so comfy and clean. Was very pleased I selected them
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leticia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are very clean, beds are super comfy. The kitchen is fully equipped. Even though it was busy when I stayed, it was very quiet in the evening and I had a great sleep. Owners are very friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great little motel!

Really friendly and helpful staff, unit was super clean, beds were comfortable. The little pool was great for our kids to blow off some steam after a long travel day. We were able to walk a short distance to get dinner, and it's just a little longer of a walk to get to the beach and an incredible playground. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

yuki

Very clean, tidy, roomy and good beds. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025