Top of the South Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Top of the South
Picton Harbour showing a marina, mountains and forests
Picton Harbour showing boating, night scenes and a bridge
Top of the South
Top of the South

Where to stay in 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.

Nelson City Centre
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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.

Tahunanui
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Waikawa

Travellers like the mountain views in Waikawa, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Waikawa
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Stoke

4.5/5(81 area reviews)

Stoke is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Greenmeadows Park and McCashin's Brewery.

Stoke
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Nelson South

4.5/5(117 area reviews)

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.

Nelson South
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Maitai

If you're spending some time in Maitai, Centre of New Zealand Monument and Waahi Taakaro Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Maitai
The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson

3 out of 5
40 Waimea Road, Nelson
The price is AU$97 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$97
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

The Hotel Nelson
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets, Blenheim
The price is AU$112 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$112
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Blenheim. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Great stuff
"Late check out. Comfy bed . Handy to everything. Deffs would stay again"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Edit Picton

Edit Picton

3.5 out of 5
25 Waikawa Road, Marlborough, Picton
The price is AU$103 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$103
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
Great stay
"Great location in Picton. Friendly reception, great room and amenities. Handy to bars and restaurants. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

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DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

5 out of 5
43-55 Trafalgar Street, Nelson
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,373 reviews)
"Laundry in room!"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson

3.5 out of 5
108-110 Collingwood Street, Nelson
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a business center. Popular attractions Nelson Provincial ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (449 reviews)
"It was a great size for us. Staff were so friendly and welcoming. They also helped us with an umbrella when it was pouring. Can’t fault it!!"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025

Quest Nelson
Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson

4 out of 5
71 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson
Stay at this 4-star golf aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Paddy's Knob Reserve and Burrell Park ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (218 reviews)
"Not only outstanding rooms, but you can't beat service with a smile!"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Beaches Nelson
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Popular places to visit

Picton Ferry Terminal

Picton Ferry Terminal

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

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
Christ Church Cathedral

Christ Church Cathedral

After visiting Christ Church Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Christ Church Cathedral

Trafalgar Park

Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Trafalgar Park

Cloudy Bay Vineyards

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Cloudy Bay Vineyards during your travels to Rapaura. While you're here, you can savour the wineries.

Cloudy Bay Vineyards

Nelson Hospital

If Nelson Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Nelson.

Nelson Hospital

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