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Your Top of the South Holiday

With everything organised before you go, our Top of the South holiday packages let you focus on having fun. Famous for its distilleries and craft breweries, coastal beaches and walking trails, your only job is to kick back and enjoy every adventure that comes your way. With so much to see on a trip to Top of the South, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Kick off your journey in Nelson at Christ Church Cathedral and Richmond Mall — two popular attractions here. Another great city worthy of a spot on your itinerary is Picton. Don't miss Picton Harbour and Kenepuru Sounds. If you're ready to stop dreaming and start packing, Expedia will help turn your Top of the South holiday into reality.

The Latest Top of the South Holiday Deals

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Atura Wellington

Atura Wellington

3.5 out of 5
Thorndon
Price was AU$374, price is now AU$292 per person
AU$292
per person
2 Oct - 4 Oct
found 23 hours ago
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Wellington (WLG)
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Lovely atmosphere, friendly staff only bad thing was lack of parking

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
Rongotai
Save 100% on your flight
Price was AU$508, price is now AU$350 per person
AU$350
per person
2 Oct - 4 Oct
found 23 hours ago
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Wellington (WLG)
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
At the airport & so convenient! Excellent

Reviewed on 30 Aug. 2025

Victoria Court Motor Lodge

Victoria Court Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
Te Aro
Price was AU$445, price is now AU$344 per person
AU$344
per person
2 Oct - 4 Oct
found 23 hours ago
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Wellington (WLG)
8.4/10 Very Good! (627 reviews)
Very convenient location. Hosts were very accommodating with check-in and check-out times, and the onsite parking included is worth it's weight in gold! Our 2 bedroom apartment was very spacious, plenty of room for 5 of us, with everything we needed. Will definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2025

Willis Village

Willis Village

3.5 out of 5
Te Aro
Price was AU$424, price is now AU$332 per person
AU$332
per person
2 Oct - 4 Oct
found 23 hours ago
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Wellington (WLG)
8.8/10 Excellent! (432 reviews)
Location was excellent with restaurants across the street and next door to the apartment. Very easy to get around without a car.

Reviewed on 1 Jun. 2025

Ohtel Wellington

Ohtel Wellington

4.5 out of 5
Oriental Bay
Price was AU$580, price is now AU$454 per person
AU$454
per person
2 Oct - 4 Oct
found 23 hours ago
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Wellington (WLG)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (352 reviews)
Fantastic and great value! Walkable to everything and paid Coty street parking across the street. Great and attentive staff.

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Our guide on where to stay in Top of the South

Find the best Top of the South areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Top of the South
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 Nelson Market.

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Top of the South Holiday

Top of the South Essential Information

Language
English
Currency
New Zealand dollars
Closest Airport
Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)
Top Sights
Abel Tasman National Park, Nelson Lakes National Park and Kaiteriteri Beach

Our pick of the best Top of the South Hotel Deals

The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson

3 out of 5
40 Waimea Road, Nelson
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$113 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$113
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
The Hotel Nelson
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets, Blenheim
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$122 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$122
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel

4.5 out of 5
30 Waikawa Road, Picton
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$137 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
AU$137
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Harbour View Motel
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Top of the South

Picton Ferry Terminal

Picton Ferry Terminal

4.5/5(326 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Picton Ferry Terminal. You'll find more to see and do in this quaint area.

Picton Ferry Terminal
Picton Harbour showing boating, night scenes and a bridge

Picton Harbour

4.5/5(370 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.

Picton Harbour

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
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