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Cheap Hotels in Nelson

A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.

An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a hillside with buildings.

A person dining at a table with a view of the sky and buildings.

A hotel room with a bed, a tray with breakfast items, a lamp, and a floral wall.

1. Tides Hotel

The Wood

$56

$65 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a blue sofa and a small table.

A person swimming in a pool with a palm tree and buildings in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a view of the mountains, and a dining area with outdoor seating.

2. The Hotel Nelson

Nelson South

$59

$68 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.

A room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio with a pool and outdoor furniture.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a painting of a flamingo, and a view into the dining area.

3. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

The Wood

$61

$70 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A building with the sign "QUEST" at the top, featuring multiple windows and a modern architectural design.

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.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a washing machine, a kitchenette, and a dining area.

4. Quest Nelson

Nelson City Centre

$76

$88 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A modern hotel room with a large central dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A modern hotel room with two white armchairs, a yellow ottoman, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area, and a large green plant.

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.

5. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Nelson City Centre

$68

$78 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A brick building with a tiled roof, a pond, and a wooden dock.

A pool area with a wooden deck, rope barrier, and potted plants.

A spacious living room with leather sofas, a stone fireplace, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

6. Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Nelson

$66

$76 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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 neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, a television mounted on the wall, a window with a view of greenery, and a bedside table with a lamp.

7. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Nelson City Centre

$76

$88 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

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 building with a sign reading "The Sails." It features a prominent staircase and large windows.

A modern two-story building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and a landscaped garden area.

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 Wood

$84

$97 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A small, single-story building with a red-framed door and windows, a wooden deck with benches and chairs, and a gravel ground.

A cozy cabin-style room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a window with a view of greenery.

A compact kitchen with wooden walls, a microwave, a sink, and a window with curtains.

A cabin with two beds, a sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area.

9. Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park

Nelson South

$54

$64 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A room with a grey sofa, teal chairs, a wooden table, and two pendant lights.

A wooden deck with two beige armchairs and a small round table, overlooking a grassy yard and a building with a sign that reads "GALLERY".

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a grey ottoman, and a glass coffee table. There is a painting on the wall and a window with curtains.

10. Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

Tahunanui

$63

$73 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A modern house with a balcony, large windows, and a dining area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a balcony with a glass door.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

A modern kitchen with a large window, a dining area, and a bedroom with a balcony.

11. Century Park Motor Lodge

Nelson City Centre

$80

$93 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A motel with a two-story structure, a driveway leading to the entrance, and a parking area.

A patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a tiled floor.

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.

12. Arrow Motel Apartments

Tahunanui

$64

$74 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 5 - Sep 6

A reception area with a counter, seating, and a sign welcoming guests to breakfast.

A hotel with a traditional architectural style, featuring a curved roof and multiple 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 swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a bench, surrounded by a covered patio.

13. The Beachcomber Hotel

Tahunanui

$78

$90 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

An aerial view of a swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a brick patio and palm trees.

A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple buildings with red-tiled roofs, and a palm tree.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the street outside.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in microwave, a dishwasher, and a window above the sink.

14. Palms Motel

Nelson City Centre

$82

$95 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a stove, and a refrigerator. There is a bar stool and a couch in the living area.

A patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden fence.

A compact kitchen with a sink, microwave, and a small dining area with a table and chairs.

A compact room with a bench, a table, a kitchenette, and a door leading to another room.

15. Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Tahunanui

$55

$64 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a clock, and artwork on the walls.

A reception desk with a 'Welcome' sign, a calendar, a framed picture of a coastal landscape, and a vase with white orchids.

A Tudor Lodge Motel with a signboard, solar panels, and a white and black exterior.

A residential area with white houses, a pathway, and a neatly trimmed hedge.

16. Tudor Lodge Motel

Tahunanui

$71

$82 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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 bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a visible toilet, and a sink.

A pool with a pink flamingo float, surrounded by a wooden deck.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, coffee maker, and a sink.

17. Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only

Tahunanui

$71

$82 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a mirror, and a brick wall.

A bar area with wooden decor, a counter with various items, and a display case with pastries.

A room with a large bay window overlooking a park with picnic tables and greenery.

A rustic bar area with a large tree trunk centerpiece, wooden bar stools, and a sign indicating 'Silence Court Sitting'.

18. The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Nelson

$68

$78 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A staircase with a geometric stained glass window above, wooden handrails, and potted plants on the right.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

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.

19. Admirals Motor Inn

Nelson South

$72

$83 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A multi-story hotel with a yellow facade and red-tiled roofs.

A room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio area with a sofa, chairs, and a small table.

A stone urn with a draped fabric detail, set in a well-manicured garden with dense green hedges and a building in the background.

A cozy room with a glass table, a sofa, and a bed with patterned bedding.

20. Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge

Tahunanui

$65

$75 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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Top neighborhoods in Nelson

A stone monument with a carved figure, a tall tower with a pointed roof, and a clear sky.

A coastal town with a view of the ocean and mountains in the background.

A white bridge over a pond with lily pads and ducks.

A large cargo ship in a calm sea with mountains in the background.

A coastal landscape with a grassy hillside, a rocky shoreline, and a clear blue sea under a partly cloudy sky.

Nelson City Centre

Nelson City Centre buzzes with artsy energy around the Gothic spires of Christ Church Cathedral and the colorful Saturday Market. History lovers can wander cobblestone paths lined with heritage cottages or step back in time at Founders Heritage Park. The Provincial Museum and numerous galleries showcase both Māori treasures and contemporary art, all within an easy stroll. The compact downtown offers everything from casual cafés to fine dining spots highlighting local seafood and regional wines. Most attractions sit within walking distance, and regular buses connect to nearby beaches and suburbs. Boutique hotels in converted historic buildings provide charming places to rest after exploring this creative Kiwi hub.

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A coastal town with houses on a hillside, a road with vehicles, and a large mountain in the background.

Tahunanui

Tahunanui Beach is Nelson's sun-drenched playground with golden sand that seems to stretch forever. Families flock to Natureland Zoo where native birds sing through coastal air, while the Fun Zone's colorful hydroslides promise splashy thrills. Between dips in the gentle waves of Tasman Bay, you can stroll the breezy promenade or claim a quiet spot on the expansive shoreline. Beachfront cafes dish up fresh seafood and classic fish & chips with ocean views that can't be beat. The neighborhood offers holiday parks, motels, and beachfront apartments that won't break the bank. Getting around is a breeze with flat, walkable streets and plenty of free parking for beach-day adventures.

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An aerial view of a coastal town with dense housing, a marina, and industrial facilities.

Port Nelson

Port Nelson blends maritime heritage with artistic flair along Nelson's scenic waterfront. Colorful fishing boats bob beside weathered piers while converted warehouses showcase contemporary art galleries. The popular Nelson Market buzzes with local artisans selling handcrafted pottery and organic produce under canvas stalls. Walking paths offer stunning views of Tasman Bay and the surrounding mountains. Casual waterfront cafes serve fresh seafood and local wines with harbor views. The area is best explored on foot along the well-maintained promenade, with ample free parking available for those arriving by car. Most galleries and shops operate from 10am to 5pm, though the vibrant market only runs Saturday mornings.

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A beach with a sandy shore, calm water, and a small island with trees.

Stoke

Stoke blends suburban comfort with natural beauty just minutes from Nelson's city center. The leafy streets lead to family-friendly Greenmeadows Park and historic Isel Park with its majestic trees and heritage gardens. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore walking trails through mature tree canopies or visit nearby attractions like McCashin's Brewery and Pic's Peanut Butter World. Local cafes serve hearty breakfasts while scattered family restaurants offer classic Kiwi meals at reasonable prices. Accommodation options include budget motels, holiday parks with cabins, and vacation rentals that won't break the bank. The flat terrain makes cycling around the quiet streets a breeze, though most visitors find having a car handy.

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A beach with kites flying in the sky, mountains in the background, and a clear sky.

Nelson South

Nelson's Nelson South neighborhood is known for its spas and restaurants, and entices visitors with attractions including Fairfield Park and Victory Square.

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Top landmarks in Nelson

Trafalgar Park

9.0/10 (401 reviews)

You could catch an event at Trafalgar Park, a stadium in The Wood.

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World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars

9.0/10 (40 reviews)

World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars is just one of the attractions in Annesbrook, Nelson so you might want to stop by during your trip. Our travelers also like the area for its parks and beaches, so you can spend the afternoon catching a few rays. If you want to experience more of the culture Nelson has to offer, head to Tahunanui Beach Reserve, Nelson Hospital, and Nelson College.

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Founders Heritage Park

8.8/10 (185 reviews)

If thrills are what you're after, head to Founders Heritage Park, located 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from central Nelson. If you have fun at Founders Heritage Park, you'll love Queens Gardens and Flamedaisy Glass Design, both located nearby.

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Christ Church Cathedral

8.8/10 (411 reviews)

Nelson City Centre is home to Christ Church Cathedral, so why not stop by during your stay in Nelson.

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Nelson Market

9.0/10 (415 reviews)

If you like strolling among the stalls, you might want to head out to Nelson Market in Nelson City Centre and take in the atmosphere. Splash some more cash at Montgomery Square.

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Queens Gardens

9.0/10 (159 reviews)

Ready for an education in local botany? Queens Gardens should make your list of places to visit, located 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from central Nelson. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Nelson Provincial Museum, just a short walk away.

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Centre of New Zealand Monument

8.8/10 (210 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Centre of New Zealand Monument— just one of the monuments in Maitai.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best cheap hotels in Nelson?

For a cheap hotel in Nelson with glowing reviews, consider Bridge Backpackers, which features free WiFi and laundry facilities. You can also look at Tasman Bay Backpackers or YHA Nelson - Backpackers.

Are there any cheap motels in Nelson?

If you're eager to find a budget-friendly place to stay in Nelson, consider booking a motel. Take a look at The Beachcomber Hotel where you'll find free WiFi and free parking. Or, think about Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson or Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel for a comfy, convenient base without a big price tag.

Can I stay in a hostel in Nelson?

Hostels can be a cheaper alternative to Nelson hotels, as you can stay in a shared dormitory. There are 6 hostels in Nelson. Bridge Backpackers offers free in-room WiFi and tour assistance. Tasman Bay Backpackers has free in-room WiFi and free parking. YHA Nelson - Backpackers is another low-cost option.

What are the best cheap things to do in Nelson?

Sightseeing doesn't have to be expensive. You if want to get outdoors, try a visit to Nelson Provincial Museum or make a stop at attractions like Centre of New Zealand Monument. Don't forget to include a visit to Queens Gardens.

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