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A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with numerous boats.
A modern living room with a sofa, a small round table, and a desk with two chairs. There is a kitchen area with a microwave, a sink, and a refrigerator. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall, and a potted plant is on the desk.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a microwave, and a plant.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a countertop with various food items, a red toaster, and a hanging light fixture.

1. Harbourside Nelson

Harbourside Nelson
Port Nelson
Canada
Michelle
AU$106
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Harbourside Nelson
A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.
A hotel room with a bed, a painting of a flamingo, and a view into the dining area.
A wall mural with a peacock and floral design.
A room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio with a pool and outdoor furniture.

2. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
The Wood
Australia
Nic
AU$104
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
A wide beach with a clear sky and distant mountains.
A modern room with a glass table, a chair, a dining table, and a view through a window with curtains.
A modern, well-lit room with a blue carpet, a white sofa with black cushions, a small desk, and a chair.
A hotel room with a large bed, two black pillows, a wooden headboard, and two wall-mounted lights.

3. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
Tahunanui
Australia
Karla
AU$127
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Beaches Nelson
A building with the sign "QUEST" at the top, featuring multiple windows and a modern architectural design.
A modern living room with a dining table, a sofa, a green armchair, and a lamp.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a large window with curtains, and a view of buildings and hills.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living area with green sofas.

4. Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
Nelson City Centre
Australia
Robyn
AU$121
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Quest Nelson
A brick building with a tiled roof, a pond, and a wooden dock.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.
A pool area with a wooden deck, rope barrier, and potted plants.
A brick building with a pond in front, a wooden bridge, and a well-maintained lawn.

5. Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
Nelson
Australia
Thomas
AU$149
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
A balcony with a table set for breakfast, including croissants, a bottle, and a tray with a drink.
A living room with a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, a lamp, and a TV.
A brick building with a sign reading "OFFICE" above the entrance.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

6. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
Nelson City Centre
Australia
Sandra
AU$192
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.
A person dining at a table with a view of the sky and buildings.
An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a hillside with buildings.
A room with a large window overlooking a pool and greenery. There is a table and chairs outside the window.

7. Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
The Wood
Australia
Diane
AU$104
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Tides Hotel
A breakfast tray with a croissant, fruit preserves, and two glasses of champagne on a white table in a modern hotel room with a view of a cityscape.
A modern kitchen with a large window, a clock, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A modern building with a sign reading "The Sails." It features a prominent staircase and large windows.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

8. The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson
The Wood
Australia
Suzannah
AU$149
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
The Sails Nelson
A modern hotel room with a large central dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.
A hotel entrance with a covered area, a sign for 'Palazzo', and a 'Lazz' store visible in the background.
A modern apartment with a balcony, a dining area, and a living room with a sofa and coffee table.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a TV.

9. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
Nelson City Centre
Australia
Glennis
AU$101
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Palazzo Motor Lodge
A staircase with a geometric stained glass window above, wooden handrails, and potted plants on the right.
A room with a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, and a balcony with a view of buildings.
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of a grassy field, and a balcony with a railing.
A large, two-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

10. Admirals Motor Inn

Admirals Motor Inn
Nelson South
Australia
Brendon
AU$125
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Admirals Motor Inn
A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.
A person swimming in a pool with a palm tree and buildings in the background.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the city.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a blue sofa and a small table.

11. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
Nelson South
Australia
Ray
AU$97
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
The Hotel Nelson
A dining table set with chairs, a view of a town and hills in the background.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a parking area and a covered entrance.
A bar area with various liquor bottles and a glass of orange juice on the counter.
A swimming pool with two lounge chairs, surrounded by a metal fence and trees.

12. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Nelson City Centre
New Zealand
Jason
AU$179
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
A reception area with a counter, seating, and a sign welcoming guests to breakfast.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a colorful inflatable ring, and a building with large windows.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of a golf course, and framed pictures on the wall.
A hotel with a traditional architectural style, featuring a curved roof and multiple windows.

13. The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel
Tahunanui
Australia
Anna
AU$112
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Beachcomber Hotel
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a bed, a kitchen area, and a dining table.
A two-story building with balconies, large windows, and a paved courtyard.
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in microwave, and a large window offering a view of the landscape.
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, a bed with a view, and a sofa.

14. Avalon Manor Motel

Avalon Manor Motel
Motueka
Australia
Iain
AU$135
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Avalon Manor Motel
A modern house with a balcony, large windows, and a dining area.
A modern kitchen with a large window, a dining area, and a bedroom with a balcony.
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.
A modern two-story building with a large entrance and a covered driveway.

15. Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge
Nelson City Centre
United States
Michael Diana
AU$151
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Century Park Motor Lodge
A dining table with chairs and candles, a window with a view of a beach and ocean, and decorative lights.
A log cabin bedroom with two beds, a wardrobe, and a large window.
A house with a swimming pool, a stone exterior, and a large glass door.
A wooden cabin room with a bed, a table, and chairs. There is a large window with a view of greenery and a building.

16. Kimi Ora Eco Resort

Kimi Ora Eco Resort
Kaiteriteri
Australia
Sandy
AU$223
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Kimi Ora Eco Resort
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of a car and a fence.
A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, coffee maker, and a sink.
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a visible toilet, and a sink.
A pool with a pink flamingo float, surrounded by a wooden deck.

17. Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only

Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
Tahunanui
New Zealand
Jodi
AU$117
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only
A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the outside.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, a small side table, and a potted plant.
A poolside area with a table and chairs, a barbecue grill, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
A compact room with a dining table, two chairs, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

18. Arcadia Motel

Arcadia Motel
Tahunanui
United States
Beverly
AU$114
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Arcadia Motel
A modern hotel with a two-story structure, large windows, and a parking area.
A hotel room with two beds, green and white bedding, bedside lamps, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted TV.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a sliding door to a balcony, and a view of the outdoors.
A motel with a sign indicating it is vacant, a stone wall, and a fence.

19. Gladstone Motel Nelson

Gladstone Motel Nelson
Richmond
Australia
Lauren
AU$169
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Gladstone Motel Nelson
A motel with a two-story structure, a driveway leading to the entrance, and a parking area.
A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a window.
A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV stand, and a trash bin.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and refrigerator. There is a dining table with chairs and a vase with flowers.

20. Arrow Motel Apartments

Arrow Motel Apartments
Tahunanui
Australia
John
AU$105
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Arrow Motel Apartments
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Holiday Rentals in Top of the South

Aparthotel
A wide beach with a clear sky and distant mountains.
A modern room with a glass table, a chair, a dining table, and a view through a window with curtains.
A modern, well-lit room with a blue carpet, a white sofa with black cushions, a small desk, and a chair.
A hotel room with a large bed, two black pillows, a wooden headboard, and two wall-mounted lights.

Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
Tahunanui
"Just Wonderful"
Beaches Nelson
Aparthotel
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a bed, a kitchen area, and a dining table.
A two-story building with balconies, large windows, and a paved courtyard.
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in microwave, and a large window offering a view of the landscape.
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, a bed with a view, and a sofa.

Avalon Manor Motel

Avalon Manor Motel
Motueka
"Fantastic friendly host, lovely room, a great place to stay!"
Avalon Manor Motel
Aparthotel
A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.
A hotel room with a bed, a painting of a flamingo, and a view into the dining area.
A wall mural with a peacock and floral design.
A room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio with a pool and outdoor furniture.

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
The Wood
"Our go to for Nelson breaks. Always friendly reception. All ammenities we could ask for in a brief stay. So handy to just walk into town or to dining and events in the evening."
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Aparthotel
A beach with clear turquoise water, people sunbathing, and a few surfers.
A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a grey sofa, and a large window overlooking a body of water.
A modern kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, wooden cabinets, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A balcony with a view of a beach and water, wooden furniture, and a signboard.

Kaiteriteri Reserve Apartments

Kaiteriteri Reserve Apartments
Kaiteriteri
"Great beach view, clean, spacious. It was a great place to visit "
Kaiteriteri Reserve Apartments
Aparthotel
A garden with hydrangea bushes in blue and purple.
A well-maintained garden with a dining area featuring wicker chairs and a table set for two.
A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.
A swimming pool with a person relaxing on a lounge chair.

Antares Homestay

Antares Homestay
Rapaura
"Room was adaquate, dinning was very good and the area was great for hiking and walking."
Antares Homestay
Holiday Home
A modern living room with a glass table, a sofa, and a view of the ocean.
A modern bedroom with a large window overlooking a garden and the sea, a bed, a seating area with a TV, and a small table.
A cluster of modern houses with outdoor seating areas, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A room with a view of the ocean, a wooden deck, and a breakfast tray on the floor.

Adrift In Golden Bay

Adrift In Golden Bay
Parapara
"friendly personal service, location, spotless unit"
Adrift In Golden Bay
Villa
A modern living room with a dark grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape.
A palm tree and a building with a statue on top.
A modern two-story house with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and potted plants.
A modern two-story house with a large front lawn, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a clear blue sky.

Wilkes Way Villa

Wilkes Way Villa
Waikawa
"Very friendly, helpful hosts. "
Wilkes Way Villa
Holiday Home
A cozy, wooden cabin with a pitched roof and a glass front door.
A cozy attic room with a bunk bed, a small table with chairs, and a ladder.
A person walking on a beach with a large rock in the water.
A lush garden with a variety of plants and trees, a wooden pergola, and a modern building with large windows.

Wetland View Park

Wetland View Park
Mangarakau
"Great base for exploring this stunning remote corner of New Zealand. "
Wetland View Park
Cabin
A lush garden with a view of the sea.
A traditional yurt interior with a bed, a small table, and a wooden cabinet.
A reception area with a sign, a red-roofed building, and a grassy field.
A kitchen with a dining table and chairs, a window with a view of a deck and trees, and a stove.

The Sandcastle

The Sandcastle
Pohara
"Incredible location and lodging! Steve was knowledgeable about the area, committed to environmental sustainability, welcoming and makes amazing pizza! Highly recommend and we will return!"
The Sandcastle
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Stay near popular Top of the South attractions

Picton Harbour

9.2/10 (1,010 reviews)
Visit a floating maritime museum, board a chartered fishing boat and relax beneath the tall palms that line one of New Zealand’s most important harbours.
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Tahunanui Beach Reserve

9.2/10 (709 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Tahunanui Beach Reserve during your travels in Nelson? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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A marina with various boats docked, surrounded by hills and a clear sky.

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Recent Reviews in Top of the South

The Boathouse Lodge

The Boathouse Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Easy walk to town centre and shops. Owner was friendly personable and helpful. It has shared bathroom, showers kitchen and living space. It is good for a quick stop."
Nicole 2-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
The Boathouse Lodge
Picton Beachcomber Inn

Picton Beachcomber Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Easy to access. Handy to town, within easy walking of town."
Shirley 1-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Picton Beachcomber Inn
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

10/10 Excellent
"A warm welcome from the Reception Staff upon arrival. We had an upgrade, which was very unexpected and wonderful. The resurant staff where very friendly and amazing food. Woud definatley stay here again when in Blemheim."
Brenda 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Harbourside Nelson

Harbourside Nelson

10/10 Excellent
"Nice location and friendly staff"
Brandon 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Harbourside Nelson
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful stay clean and comfortable. Thanks"
Nelson Olaco 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

8/10 Good
"We only stayed the one night as we had an early ferry to catch. The unit was nice and clean. Comfy bed and very central to the town. We enjoyed our stay."
Kathleen 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic hotel make sure you like it earlier we had a surprise stop and that you couldn’t check in"
Gabrielle 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Palazzo Motor Lodge
The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson

8/10 Good
"Great locale"
Ray 23-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
The Hotel Nelson
Scenic Hotel Marlborough

Scenic Hotel Marlborough

10/10 Excellent
"The room on the top floor was nice and roomy with a very good fridge and smart TV. The bathroom was quite small but it was clean and modern and the shower was power. The only complaint I have is that the bed was quite old and not the most comfortable. The receptionist was great and we enjoyed some banter with her when we checked in. Friendly staff with a sense of humor are always appreciated."
SHANE 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Scenic Hotel Marlborough

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