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Chelsea Park Motor Lodge

3.5 star property
Motel with free parking, 8-minute walk to Christ Church Cathedral

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Located close to Christ Church Cathedral and Nelson Market, Chelsea Park Motor Lodge provides a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. Adventurous travellers may like the cycling at this motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan

Room options

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Queen Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Studio

King Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Apartment

Two Bedroom Apartment

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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One Bedroom Spa Apartment

One Bedroom Spa Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment

One Bedroom Apartment

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located near a boardwalk, Chelsea Park Motor Lodge is in Nelson City Centre, a neighbourhood in Nelson. Natureland Zoo is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Victory Square and Tahunanui Beach Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Trafalgar Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Map
214 Rutherford St, Nelson, 7010

What's nearby

  • Christ Church Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nelson Market - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Queens Gardens - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tern Coffee House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Flames On Forty - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hawker House - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge

Motel near Trafalgar Park
Located close to Christ Church Cathedral and Nelson Market, Chelsea Park Motor Lodge provides a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. Active travellers can enjoy cycling at this motel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and an electric car charging station
  • Access to a nearby health club, outdoor furniture and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Chelsea Park Motor Lodge feature perks, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables.
More amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and hairdryers
  • 35-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, kitchenettes 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

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 20 for adults and NZD 20 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Dining table
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2002
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 35-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

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 30.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 20 for adults and from NZD 20 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses wind, solar and geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Chelsea Motor Lodge
Chelsea Park Motor
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
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Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Motel
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Motel Nelson

Frequently asked questions

Is Chelsea Park Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Chelsea Park Motor Lodge?

As of 19 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chelsea Park Motor Lodge on 23 Jan 2026 start from AU$163.06, 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.

How much is parking at Chelsea Park Motor Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Chelsea Park Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chelsea Park Motor Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Chelsea Park Motor Lodge located?

Located in Nelson City Centre, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Christ Church Cathedral and Nelson Market. Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre and Victory Square are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 335 out of 443 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 443 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 443 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 443 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 443 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Siu

Interior was of good standard, property was neat & tidy and the staff were excellent, the owner was very informative and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in . Impeccable customer service. Clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly hosts and comfy rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property within walking distance of Nelson downtown. Roomy accommodation with separate bedroom Al in great condition
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Well equipped rooms with nice space to relax in. Close to dining options within a short walk. Will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Charlottie

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

Great location

Excellent location, close to eateries, etc., and excellent reception service, although the room is a little small
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close walking distance to the downtown with several restaurants to choose from.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lukas

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

Lovely place and well kept!

Great location next to a lot of bars and restaurants. Good place to stay before a ferry ride as well!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

bruna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The suite was clean and spacious. Very friendly staff. Would recommend this place for a short or long stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesper

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great stay with fantastic service from Dean. Borrowed some bikes during our stay which was a good way to explore the beach and city. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely staff, very clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, handy to the city centre. Very nice friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dean the host, very friendly & helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I cannot praise the staff enough for being super helpful and friendly. Nothing was too much trouble and really made us feel welcome. The rooms were exceptionally clean and comfortable, close to eateries and city centre. Would love to have stayed longer, so hope to be back in the near future
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, charming host. We would definitely stay here again. Walking distance to everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Cornhusker fans

Only a one night stay, but hotel room with spacious and clean with all amenities. We happen to be vacationing from Nebraska and proprietor had a daughter living in Omaha. Great talk with him and his family about the Huskers. Couldn’t have been friendlier or more welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Communication was amazing we got in late in the evening and everything was all set up and staff at the front desk was helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tomoko and Dean were great. Very helpful with good suggestions for dining and activities. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay. Rooms very clean and tidy. Hosts are very friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

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

I’ll be back!

The room was of a very high standard and has everything you need. Owners are friendly and helpful. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place in a great location. Loved the small balcony as we sat out having wine and cheese one evening. Very close to the eateries and shopping. Welcoming hosts who were very pleasant and had lots of suggestions for places and things to do
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic reception desk and host. Very helpful with local knowledge about where to eat, what to do around Nelson. They even helped us book boat / walking tour to the Abel Tasman National Park. They have really made us feel at home so we stayed a few more nights to enjoy everything this area has to offer.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

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

Family roadie

A very warm welcome and helpful advice re what to do in Nelson. Well appointed 2 bedroom unit, walking distance to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrea

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

one night stay

Only booked for one night. Easy walk to town. Tidy and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot. Dave is awesome and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025