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Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (545)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Campbell
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan 2026
Palazzo Motor Lodge
Exterior
The Marlborough

The Marlborough

The Marlborough
5.0 star property
Rapaura
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (18)
"Beautiful property in the heart of Marlborough wine country with excellent restaurant and amenities. "
United States
John
The price is AU$2,024
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
The Marlborough
Studio Motel | Private kitchenette
Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park

Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park

Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (169)
"Very helpful and friendly staff!!"
United States
Jakki
The price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
One Bedroom Family Apartment | Terrace/patio
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (440)
"Excellent service on checkin and checkout. Noisy area, though - lots of fireworks and outdoor partying very close by."
Canada
Steven
The price is AU$168
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge
Balcony view
Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (325)
"Great stay - would stay again!"
Australia
Laura
The price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Century Park Motor Lodge
Front of property – evening/night
Gladstone Motel Nelson

Gladstone Motel Nelson

Gladstone Motel Nelson
4.5 star property
Richmond
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (108)
"Stay was good thank you "
Australia
Matt
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Gladstone Motel Nelson
Front of property
Admirals Motor Inn

Admirals Motor Inn

Admirals Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (340)
"Staff are always friendly and happy. Room is well present with great space to relax in."
Australia
Brendon
The price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Admirals Motor Inn
Outdoor pool
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
The Wood
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1388)
"Beautiful room - clean, quiet and modern. Great location."
Australia
Belle
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Seasonal outdoor pool, a heated pool, pool loungers
The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"good vale hotel , nice and clean , well kept hotel"
United States
Anil
The price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
The Hotel Nelson
Bar (on property)
Harbourside Lodge

Harbourside Lodge

Harbourside Lodge
4.0 star property
Port Nelson
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (616)
"such lovely hosts and a cute and quiet little hotel. We slept with the door open both nights and drove to Milford sound one day. So close to the lake and town. Would definitely recommend"
United States
hollis
The price is AU$198
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Harbourside Lodge
Manor Villa
Vintners Retreat

Vintners Retreat

Vintners Retreat
5.0 star property
Rapaura
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (113)
"The on-site manager was extremely helpful, and the house itself was comfortable with everything you could possibly need, a real home from home in a beautiful location."
United Kingdom
Wendy
The price is AU$534
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Vintners Retreat
Outdoor pool
Palms Motel

Palms Motel

Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (313)
"Comfortable stay, very close walk to the town center."
New Zealand
Jayde
The price is AU$244
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Palms Motel
Front of property
Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (467)
"Room was spotless and well situated for day trips from Nelson"
Canada
David
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Quest Nelson
Balcony
AAA Marlin Motel

AAA Marlin Motel

AAA Marlin Motel
2.5 star property
Picton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (285)
"Friendly reception person Provided a coffee maker for our room"
United States
Noreen
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
AAA Marlin Motel
Deluxe King or Twin Studio
Queen Street Studios

Queen Street Studios

Queen Street Studios
3.0 star property
Richmond
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (81)
"Convenient and nice apartments! "
United States
Max
The price is AU$177
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Queen Street Studios
Exclusive House | Terrace/patio
Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts

Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts

Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts
3.5 star property
Appleby
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (56)
"Love that it's pet friendly and rural. Could do with a curtain over the window above the TV.... The fresh bread was divine"
Australia
Eve
The price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts
One Bedroom Executive | Living area
Parkside Motel

Parkside Motel

Parkside Motel
3.5 star property
Richmond
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (122)
"Great friendly staff, fantastic spacious room, outdoor area great for the kids."
Australia
Matt
The price is AU$217
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Parkside Motel
Front of property
Sennen House

Sennen House

Sennen House
4.0 star property
Picton
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (91)
"Very friendly owners and a beautiful, clean property. The breakfast was a nice touch as well. Would highly recommend to anyone staying in Picton!"
United States
Ryan
The price is AU$243
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Sennen House
Crow's Nest | View from room
The Wheelhouse Inn

The Wheelhouse Inn

The Wheelhouse Inn
3.5 star property
Britannia Heights
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (227)
"A beautiful spot, with very helpful hosts – highly recommended! "
Australia
Huw
The price is AU$302
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
The Wheelhouse Inn
Standard Cabin, Shared Bathroom
Picton Campervan Park

Picton Campervan Park

Picton Campervan Park
4.5 star property
Picton
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (125)
"Perfect for a nap before getting on the early 2.3 ferry"
Australia
Kim
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
Picton Campervan Park
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Holiday Rentals in Top of the South

Aparthotel
Luxury Spa Studio | Private kitchen
Avalon Manor Motel

Avalon Manor Motel

Avalon Manor Motel
4.0 star property
Motueka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (205)
"The family that runs the motel does a great job."
Avalon Manor Motel
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Picton Harbour

4.5/5 (816 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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Trafalgar Park

4.4/5 (267 reviews)
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, Professional staff - from the front desk to the restaurant, excellent service."
Daniel 2-night trip
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Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

More cheap accommodation in Top of the South

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

3a Nelson Square Picton
The price is AU$65 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
AU$65
23 Jan - 24 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (355 reviews)