Maitai Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Maitai
Stay near popular Maitai attractions
Activities
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing
AU$3,265
per traveller
From Nelson: Marlborough Sounds Scenic Helicopter Flight
AU$4,309
per traveller
Our pick of the best Maitai Hotel Deals
The Hotel Nelson
40 Waimea Road Nelson
The price is AU$93 per night from 9 July to 10 July
AU$93
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Nelson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Room cleanliness was OK, WIFI was abysmal - had to hot spot laptop to phone for any use. First two nights of a three night stay were ok noise wise, but on the last night when the adjacent room was occupied got absolutely no sleep due to constant talking by the immediate neighbour all night. The room ..."
Reviewed on 26 June 2026
Tides Hotel
66 Trafalgar Street Nelson
The price is AU$106 per night from 3 July to 4 July
AU$106
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Nelson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Great place"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Quest Nelson
108-110 Collingwood Street Nelson
The price is AU$115 per night from 4 July to 5 July
AU$115
4 July - 5 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a business centre. Popular attractions Nelson Provincial Museum ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (508 reviews)
"Great location. Clean and tidy modern apartment. Was great to have a full Kitchen and washer and dryer."
Reviewed on 14 June 2026
The Sails Nelson
7 Trafalgar Street Nelson
The price is AU$128 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$128
2 July - 3 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury guesthouse in Nelson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
10/10 Exceptional! (736 reviews)
"It was very comfortable and welcoming. Will definitely stay again"
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
43-55 Trafalgar Street Nelson
The price is AU$106 per night from 3 July to 4 July
AU$106
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,419 reviews)
"Another excellent stay, the staff are very friendly and helpful, across the road is the Tides Hotel in the same ownership where you can dine, the food is first class with great staff I would strongly recommend staying here."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
44 Tahunanui Drive Nelson
The price is AU$84 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$84
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Nelson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Paddy's Knob Reserve and Burrell Park are located ...
8/10 Very good! (188 reviews)
"The accommodation is in a great location. The basic facilities are functioning well."
Reviewed on 28 June 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Maitai
Find the best Maitai areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Photo by Mark Wilkinson
Open Photo by Mark Wilkinson
Nelson City Centre
Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Market and Nelson Provincial Museum.
Tahunanui
Tahunanui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Natureland Zoo while you're in town.
Stoke
Stoke is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like McCashin's Brewery and Marsden Recreation Ground.
Nelson South
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.
Toi Toi
Though Toi Toi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nelson Market and Tahunanui Beach Reserve.
