Kings Gate Motel offers a serene escape near Nelson Market and Trafalgar Park. Unwind in the garden, lounge by the seasonal pool, or have fun at the playground while staying connected with free in-room WiFi.
Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Nelson Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Christ Church Cathedral - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Founders Heritage Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Nelson (NSN) - 10 min drive
Restaurants
River Kitchen Nelson - 5 min walk
Victus Coffee & Eatery - 9 min walk
The Free House - 12 min walk
The Tides - 4 min walk
Tasty Tucker Bakery - 8 min walk
About this property
Kings Gate Motel
When you stay at Kings Gate Motel, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Trafalgar Park and Nelson Provincial Museum. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.
At a glance
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Hotel size
11 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Traveling with children
Playground
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Seasonal outdoor pool
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
40-inch Smart TV
Satellite TV channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Stovetop
Toaster
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Highchair
Free tea bags/instant coffee
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.5 percent
Children & extra beds
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from October to May
Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Kings Gate Motel Nelson
Kings Gate Nelson
Kings Gate Motel Hotel
Kings Gate Motel Nelson
Kings Gate Motel Hotel Nelson
Frequently asked questions
Does Kings Gate Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Kings Gate Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Kings Gate Motel?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Kings Gate Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Kings Gate Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kings Gate Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Kings Gate Motel and nearby?
Kings Gate Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a garden.
Does Kings Gate Motel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Kings Gate Motel like?
Kings Gate Motel is in The Wood, a short 1-minute walk from Trafalgar Park and 11 minutes' walk from Nelson Market.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.2
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8.4
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
8.4
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2026
Great motel. Friendly staff, friendly cats, great parking, and good sized rooms. Very happy.
Alexander
Alexander, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 2, 2026
Lovely managers, very quiet motel. Clean and lots of room for family of 4 in a one bedroom.
Anne-Marie
Anne-Marie, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 15, 2026
The room was clean, and it was nice having our own little "house". The shower was in the spa bathtub, so there was no curtain. We didn't have a specific parking spot, but there was enough around so that wasn't an issue. The staff was great!
Emily
Emily, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Feb 3, 2026
Yes the staff were great and room was nice and clean. Just needs a few things sorting out. The free standing lamp wasnt working in the lounge. The kitchen sink tap was loose. Curtains in the bedroom were worn with holes and need replacing. Otherwise all good
Annette
Annette, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 21, 2025
Loved the lovely welcome from our hostess, nothing was too much trouble would highly recommend great service, comfortable had everything we needed.
Heidi
Heidi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2024
Weekend Away
Nelson is a lovely place to stay. Weather was warm & a great vibe in the town centre. The motel has parking but it's easy to walk into the town centre. It was comfortable with separate little kitchen & bathroom. Nice cafe next to river about 5 mins walk from motel.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Jan 12, 2026
The room was tired and dirty. Very underequipped for a 2 bedroom apartment. Fridge was leaking. Some lights did not work. The filters in the air conditioner unit were filthy. The stove cooktop was dirty. There was no milk in the room or offered at check-in. The swimming pool was very dirty.
Tracy
Tracy, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Sep 16, 2025
No smoke detector in unit - some light bulbs not working and black mould in bathroom of Unit 3
Best thing was 2 comfortable beds for our 5 night stay
We won't book here again
John
John, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2023
Big room. Clean and quiet. Easy walk to town. Value for money
Ang
Ang, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Feb 11, 2025
Very friendly & helpful staff .
The 2bedroom unit was in poor condition, mould on the ceiling of the bathroom, the oven still had crumbs & the icebox was unusable due to ice buildup.
Trish
Trish, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Feb 8, 2025
Property looked much different in photos than it did in person. Cockroach running along walls, dirty under the furniture, very small. Pool was a mess. Overall very unhappy with my stay.
Bethany
Bethany, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 8, 2024
An OK stay
We booked a garden studio and were a bit disappointed to be backing onto the laundry and as such our bathroom smelt a bit fusty.
Our outside space was also disappointing as there was a bench perched on uneven slabs so was not level and not really user friendly.
The corner bath with shower over was a bit precarious to get into without a proper handrail to grab or curtain around either and the shower head was too low for me being 6ft.
Overall we thought the place was a little tired and in need of an upgrade.
Great addition of access to the pool.
Ian
Ian, 2-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Nov 20, 2024
Never again!
From the get go there was next to none customer service. The managers were arguing as I arrived and carried on even after I rang the bell. I was not alone in hearing this as another guest told me they heard it too. When we got back from dinner there were 5 guests who could not get hold of anyone to give them their room. Other guests and myself helped them out by offering them beds in our rooms. I literally had 3 strangers sleeping in one of my bedrooms. The shower was clogged and didn’t drain away and the shower pressure was very low, hard to rinse hair out before the shower base overflowed. There was 1/2 roll of toilet paper with no spares. Overall an awful experience.
REBECCA
REBECCA, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Apr 1, 2026
Parking was good, but no oven or grill, limiting what you could cook
Martin
Martin, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2025
Very easy parking, clean room, well equipped kitchen.
Bart
Bart, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 18, 2026
Staff were great. Leaving a bag with them for a few days was a blessing while walking the Heaphy Track
Di
Di, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2026
Didn't use parking. The kitchen was well equipped but I only made coffee or tea.
Garry
Garry, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2025
Great location
gary
gary, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 11, 2025
Very comfy bed, staff very helpful. Good value for money.
Trasena
Trasena, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 6, 2023
Great location close to town.
Bryan
Bryan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2023
Beautiful clean & tidy motel , walking distance to town , highly recommend
Kahurangi
Kahurangi, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Feb 5, 2026
The room was tired and not clean. Very poor quality.
Gary
Gary, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2023
Friendly helpful service and comfortable well equipped accommodation
Jane
Jane, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Jan 20, 2026
Property is poorly maintained with pool closed and room lights not working etc