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The Hotel Nelson

3.0 star property
Family-friendly lodging near Christ Church Cathedral offers seasonal outdoor pools for adults and children, plus on-site dining at Flames on 40 restaurant

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The Hotel Nelson is close to Nelson College and Christ Church Cathedral. Families love the seasonal outdoor pool with a separate kids' pool. Guests can enjoy breakfast and meals at the on-site Flames on 40 restaurant, which offers al fresco dining.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb

Room options

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio

  • Sleeps 3

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Studio

Studio

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fridge
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable/satellite channels
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, Kitchen

Studio, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, Jetted Tub

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Unit with Spa

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 55 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living area

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
LCD TV
3 bedrooms
  • 70 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Executive Apartment, 4 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

Executive Apartment, 4 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 95 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 4 Single Beds

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Compact Studio

Compact Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

One Bedroom Unit

  • Sleeps 4

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two Bedrooms Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

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Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fridge
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable/satellite channels
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Accessible Superior Studio

  • Sleeps 3

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Two Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 4

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior King Studio

  • Sleeps 3

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Two Double Studio

  • Sleeps 4

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Kitchen

  • Sleeps 3

Studio with Jacuzzi

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior King Studio with SPA

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Four Bedrooms Apartment

  • Sleeps 8

Compact Studio

  • Sleeps 3

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Three Bedrooms Unit

  • Sleeps 6
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About the area

Located in Nelson South, a neighbourhood in Nelson, The Hotel Nelson is in the suburbs and near the airport. Founders Heritage Park is a cultural highlight and some of the area's popular attractions include Queens Gardens and Nelson Fun Park. Travelling with kids? Make time for Pic's Peanut Butter World, or enjoy an event or a match at Trafalgar Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking.
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Map
40 Waimea Road, Nelson, 7010

What's nearby

  • Nelson College - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nelson Hospital - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nelson Market - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tern Coffee House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Flames On Forty - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hawker House - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Hotel Nelson

Family-friendly hotel near Trafalgar Park
Located close to Nelson College and Nelson Hospital, The Hotel Nelson provides a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Flames on 40, offers breakfast, dinner and al fresco dining. In addition to a bar and a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and express check-out
  • Express check-in, laundry services and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 80 rooms include amenities, such as free WiFi, sound-insulated walls and free newspapers.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and baths or showers
  • 40-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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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 uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • 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 lift
  • 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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 per cent 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 older
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
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 30.0 per night

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 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
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 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
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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Hotel Nelson have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hotel Nelson?

As of 16 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hotel Nelson on 2 Feb 2026 start from AU$132.10, 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 The Hotel Nelson pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Hotel Nelson?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Hotel Nelson?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

What time is check-out at The Hotel Nelson?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is The Hotel Nelson located?

This family-friendly Nelson hotel is located near the airport, within a 15-minute walk of Nelson College, Nelson Hospital and Christ Church Cathedral. Nelson Market and Queens Gardens are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

The Hotel Nelson Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 575 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 314 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

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

8/10 Good

Anil

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

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was simple but clean, staff were very attentive, location is nice and central. Quiet area - even when we stayed over New Year's Eve. Pool isn't huge, but was still a hit with the kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Gerrit

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

10/10 Excellent

Giselle

Liked: Cleanliness
We didn’t have the breakfast as we walked into town instead for that (Wata cafe is excellent btw!), but the unit we stayed in was everything we wanted and needed for our stay. Great shower, and the pool was lovely as well. Great laundry facilities, and as previously mentioned was only a 15min walk to town. 10/10 would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Didn't use restaurant for dinner as was closing at approx 8.30pm, however bar staff permitted us a drink to take to our room - that was appreciated.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Last minute reservation, communication great, room very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fresh looking room which was nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Gretchen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was clean, comfortable and spacious. Beds were very comfy, and plenty of parking. I wouldn’t call the pool heated but it was nice to relax in after a hot day out. Set up is a little odd where you have to enter the building to unlock the doors before being able to open the ranch slider, that opens up out to the car park. Reception was very accommodating by giving us a ground floor room as I had hurt my leg just before our holiday.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The little kitchen area was nice. We ate dinner at the restaurant on site and it was very good. The little pizza place a block or so away was fantastic. The laundry room was perfect and soap was included. The beds were comfortable and even with open windows it was quiet. The early morning birdsong was lovely. This hotel is nicer than the pictures and description!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely accomodating staff and pristine room. Nice and close to the city for shopping and restaurant's but far enough away to be quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Kitchen had everything we needed. Beds comfy. Went to the restaurant for dinner. Had the best seafood chowder ever. ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iain B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very helpful staff. excellent location, would return another time
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I only stayed one night, arrived late and then found my VISA card was still not working... honestly the reception & restaurant staff could not have been more understanding and helpful. All was sorted and for just one nights stay I was treated like a VIP!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here many times and always excellent. Comfy bed, quiet and clean. Shame the restaurant has declined….food not so great now.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly staff, clean room, easy walking distance to town centre
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Amenities
Quick check in, friendly staff, very clean and very quiet. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

lora

Friendly staff Clean and well maintained
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed at the Hotel Nelson for 3 nights and had a double queen bed room with kitchenette. The beds and pillows were comfortable and when we had a problem with a toaster, the management were very prompt replacing the toaster. We also ate at the onsite restaurant one night and found it to have good service and a reasonably priced menu. The only thing that I didn't like was the lack of dedicated car park spaces. Two of the three nights that we were there, we ended up parking on the street out the front as it was closer to our room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really nice and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Beautiful rooms, clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Winston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient and great heated pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Handy location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ofanoa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean & quiet. Family oriented especially with the neat and tidy pool , will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025