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The Hotel Nelson
Room was clean. The staff were nice. It was great.
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

Quest Nelson
Very efficient toilets. Staff however could have helped us with our bags into the storage cupboard
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
A good hotel but nothing really outstanding
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

The Beachcomber Hotel
We were on a queen room. The bed was comfortable and the room a good size. It has recently been refurbished to a good standard. There is a microwave, coffee plunger and crockery but washing up all as to be done in the bathroom sink which is a bit odd.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Greens Motel
Great sized room, lovely to have a bath, very clean and tidy. The balcony was great and would have been nice to sit out on in the evening if the weather had of played ball!
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

Queen Street Studios
Great room with good modern decor, certainly a step up from the standard motel offering in NZ. Also loved the additional communal kitchen if you need more than the microwave in the room. Parking was a bit of a pain during the day because a lot of non-guests appear to use the car park and it's not ...
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026

Arrow Motel Apartments
Comfortable, spacious, well equipped, helpful owner, free washing machine, pleasant walk to Tahunanui beach.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Admirals Motor Inn
Very hospitable and helpful. Good room high standards.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Apex Motor Lodge
Very helpful owner. The room was spotless, very comfy. Great to have sky so could watch Australian open. Nice small pool. Short walk to beach drive to airport.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

Motueka TOP 10 Holiday Park
Great place. Helpful staff.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
3 Star Hotels Nelson
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