Find a Great Motel Nelson

If you're not able to find a motel in Nelson, allow Expedia help you find motels or similar properties from more than 109 lodging options in the area. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.

At many motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel property, you'll usually access your room directly from the car park. In the US, motels boomed at the end of the 1940s with the appeal of road trip holidays, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.

Here are some of Expedia customers' favourite motels to book in the larger area. Pinehaven Motel: Enjoy access to the restaurant, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. The Commodore: Free WiFi and laundry facilities are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a minibar. Central Nelson is 20.2 mi (32.4 km) away. Arkana Motor Inn & Terrace Apartments: Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 19.2 mi (30.9 km) from the heart of Nelson. Presidential Motel: Central Nelson is 21.2 mi (34.1 km) away. Free parking, a fitness centre and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Mid City Motel - Mount Gambier: 20 mi (32.2 km) from the heart of Nelson. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.

Enjoy nature with a stop at Nelson Streamside Reserve and Lower Glenelg National Park. While you're exploring the area, consider visiting Lower Glenelg River Conservation Park, Princess Margaret Rose Caves and Feast's Classic Car Collection and Memorabilia.

Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Nelson to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 10°C. Average annual precipitation for Nelson is 689 mm.

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Nelson to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Mount Gambier, SA (MGB), which is located 24.6 mi (39.6 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.