Maitai Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Mark Wilkinson
Photo by Mark Wilkinson

Popular places to visit

Christ Church Cathedral

Christ Church Cathedral

4/5(132 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Nelson with a stop at Christ Church Cathedral. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Christ Church Cathedral

Centre of New Zealand Monument

4.5/5(65 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Nelson with a visit to Centre of New Zealand Monument. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Centre of New Zealand Monument

Waahi Taakaro Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Nelson at Waahi Taakaro Golf Club. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Waahi Taakaro Golf Club

Brook Waimarama Sanctuary

Explore the great outdoors at Brook Waimarama Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Nelson.

Brook Waimarama Sanctuary

Botanical Reserve

Find out about the history of Nelson when you take a trip to Botanical Reserve. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Botanical Reserve

Trafalgar Park

4.5/5(126 reviews)

Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Trafalgar Park

Activities

Abel Tasman National Park Scenic Cruise

Abel Tasman National Park Scenic Cruise

AU$87
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Abel Tasman National Park Scenic Cruise
Abel Tasman National Park Cruise and Walking Tour Combo

Abel Tasman National Park Cruise and Walking Tour Combo

AU$111
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Abel Tasman National Park Cruise and Walking Tour Combo
Nelson: Cable Bay Adventure Park Skywire Experience

Nelson: Cable Bay Adventure Park Skywire Experience

AU$102
per adult
Nelson: Cable Bay Adventure Park Skywire Experience
Paul is up to the challenge at the Eddyline - happy at last

Cheers to Craft Beer

AU$92
per adult
Cheers to Craft Beer
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing

Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing

AU$3,034
per traveller
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing
Epic Skydive over Abel Tasman

18,000ft Tandem Skydive over Abel Tasman

AU$739
per adult
18,000ft Tandem Skydive over Abel Tasman
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Our pick of the best Maitai Hotel Deals

The Hotel Nelson
The Hotel Nelson
3 out of 5
40 Waimea Road, Nelson
The price is AU$101 per night from 10 July to 11 July
AU$101
10 July - 11 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"We couldnt work out how to use the heater, the buttons were broken and it looked quite old. Also there was no wifi password and reception didnt answer when i rang. The room was clean the bed was very comfortable"

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

The Hotel Nelson
Tides Hotel
Tides Hotel
4.5 out of 5
66 Trafalgar Street, Nelson
The price is AU$111 per night from 11 July to 12 July
AU$111
11 July - 12 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (996 reviews)
"Loved the decor. Restaurant was great -good food and friendly,helpful staff."

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

Tides Hotel
Quest Nelson
Quest Nelson
3.5 out of 5
108-110 Collingwood Street, Nelson
The price is AU$146 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$146
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a business center. Popular attractions Nelson Provincial ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (433 reviews)
"Clean, spacious and very good house keeping. Everyone is friendly and helpful. Close to city centre."

Reviewed on 22 May 2025

Quest Nelson
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5 out of 5
43-55 Trafalgar Street, Nelson
The price is AU$111 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$111
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,359 reviews)
"A very good night away here."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
4 out of 5
Trafalgar Square, Nelson
The price is AU$202 per night from 11 July to 12 July
AU$202
11 July - 12 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (570 reviews)
Location and ease
"Easy"

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Palazzo Motor Lodge
Palazzo Motor Lodge
5 out of 5
159 Rutherford St, Nelson
The price is AU$132 per night from 10 July to 11 July
AU$132
10 July - 11 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (498 reviews)
"Clean tidy and close to town"

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Palazzo Motor Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Maitai

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The Brook

While visiting The Brook, you might make a stop by sights like Codgers Mountain Bike Park and Brook Waimarama Sanctuary.

The Brook
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Enner Glynn

Enner Glynn might not have many top sights, but World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Isel Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Enner Glynn
Nelson - Tasman

Nelson City Centre

4.5/5(153 area reviews)

Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Provincial Museum and Christ Church Cathedral.

Nelson City Centre
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Bishopdale

While Bishopdale may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Codgers Mountain Bike Park and World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars.

Bishopdale
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The Wood

While visiting The Wood, you might make a stop by sights like Trafalgar Park and Founders Heritage Park.

The Wood
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Nelson South

4.5/5(117 area reviews)

Unique features of Nelson South include the spas and restaurants. Make a stop by Fairfield Park or Victory Square while you're exploring the area.

Nelson South

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