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1. Admirals Motor Inn

Admirals Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (371 reviews)
"We’re back again. It’s the warm welcome, the high level of cleanliness and comfy beds that have us returning again and again!"
New Zealand
Rosemary
The price is $61
$70 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Admirals Motor Inn
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2. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and big rooms"
Japan
Leonard
The price is $72
$83 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
The Hotel Nelson
A small, single-story building with a red-framed door and windows, a wooden deck with benches and chairs, and a gravel ground.

3. Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park

Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (181 reviews)
"Ok very good."
New Zealand
Jeronimo
The price is $48
$57 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
A modern hotel room with a large central dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

4. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1 km from Nelson South
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (633 reviews)
"We highly recommend this motel. Helpful and friendly staff. Convenient to town."
New Zealand
gary
The price is $76
$87 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Palazzo Motor Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a large window with curtains, and a view of buildings and hills.

5. Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1.6 km from Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (520 reviews)
"The room was perfect, very comfortable and very clean. The receptionist made us feel so welcome. We only had a short walk from the hotel to bars and restaurants which was great ! Really enjoyed our stay, I highly recommend Quest Hotel Nelson 👍"
New Zealand
Linda
The price is $87
$100 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Quest Nelson
A dining table set with chairs, a view of a town and hills in the background.

6. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson
4.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1.1 km from Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (646 reviews)
"Great staff at reception and central location"
Australia
Anthony
The price is $123
$141 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
A balcony with a table set for breakfast, including croissants, a bottle, and a tray with a drink.

7. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 0.8 km from Nelson South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (465 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful owner who gave lots of useful tips about the area. Room was very clean and had a wonderful private outside patio to sit at."
Canada
James
The price is $107
$123 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.

8. Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
The Wood, 1.9 km from Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay, funky colour's, bar and restaurant excellent. Very central location"
New Zealand
Murray
The price is $72
$83 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Tides Hotel
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.

9. The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson
5.0 star property
The Wood, 2.2 km from Nelson South
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (754 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, great location"
New Zealand
Sam
The price is $120
$138 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
The Sails Nelson
A wide beach with a clear sky and distant mountains.

10. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 2.2 km from Nelson South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (252 reviews)
"Great location and great room with space to make you feel at home. The hosts were friendly and everything was very easy"
Australia
Nathan
The price is $91
$104 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Beaches Nelson
A waterfront property with a two-story house featuring a balcony, a swimming pool, and a rocky shoreline.

11. Harbourside Nelson

Harbourside Nelson
4.0 star property
Port Nelson, 2.5 km from Nelson South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (705 reviews)
"Nice location and friendly staff"
Australia
Brandon
The price is $92
$105 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Harbourside Nelson
A modern house with a balcony, large windows, and a dining area.

12. Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 0.9 km from Nelson South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (375 reviews)
"Great convenient location, room was quiet and private- Harry could not have been more accommodating- thank you"
New Zealand
Debbie
The price is $103
$119 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Century Park Motor Lodge
A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.

13. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
The Wood, 2 km from Nelson South
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,438 reviews)
"Excellent accommodation as always….super clean room with every detail covered."
New Zealand
E
The price is $72
$83 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
A reception area with a counter, seating, and a sign welcoming guests to breakfast.

14. The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 2.3 km from Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (697 reviews)
"Had a great stay, tidy room in a good location close to food places. Comfy bed."
Australia
Jeremy
The price is $70
$80 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
The Beachcomber Hotel
An aerial view of a swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a brick patio and palm trees.

15. Palms Motel

Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1.7 km from Nelson South
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (331 reviews)
"Clean, warm and great location"
Australia
Lisa
The price is $79
$91 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Palms Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a clock, and artwork on the walls.

16. Tudor Lodge Motel

Tudor Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 2.2 km from Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (230 reviews)
"Shops nearby, cean room, and beach within walking distance. Excellent stay"
Australia
Craig
The price is $65
$75 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Tudor Lodge Motel
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a freezer, and a sign indicating kitchen cleaning times.

17. YHA Nelson - Backpackers

YHA Nelson - Backpackers
2.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1.4 km from Nelson South
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (108 reviews)
"Very well-managed, clean, efficient, and welcoming hostel!"
United States
Corey
The price is $53
$60 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
YHA Nelson - Backpackers
A cozy cottage with a wooden exterior, a patio with outdoor seating, and a garden area with potted plants and a small table.

18. Ah House Nelson City B&B

Ah House Nelson City B&B
4.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1 km from Nelson South
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"This is a lovely bed and breakfast, and the two owners (Mark and John) are amazing hosts, that do everything to ensure you have a great experience. Highly recommended!"
United States
Terry
The price is $148
$170 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Ah House Nelson City B&B
A brick building with a tiled roof, a pond, and a wooden dock.

19. Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
3.5 star property
5.1 km from Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (914 reviews)
" Classy English style property with nice restaurants close by"
New Zealand
David
The price is $118
$135 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
A room with a grey sofa, teal chairs, a wooden table, and two pendant lights.

20. Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
4.5 star property
Tahunanui, 3 km from Nelson South
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (280 reviews)
"Very enjoyable stay, excellent location with proximity to the beach"
Canada
Crystal
The price is $72
$82 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
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Compare popular hotels in Nelson South

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
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Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A staircase with a geometric stained glass window above, wooden handrails, and potted plants on the right.
Admirals Motor Inn
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
371 reviews
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A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.
The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,000 reviews
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A small, single-story building with a red-framed door and windows, a wooden deck with benches and chairs, and a gravel ground.
Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
2.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
181 reviews
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A cozy cottage with a wooden exterior, a patio with outdoor seating, and a garden area with potted plants and a small table.
Ah House Nelson City B&B
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
46 reviews
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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.
The Sails Nelson
5.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
754 reviews
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When is the best time to visit Nelson South?

Our prices for hotels in Nelson South are cheapest in July

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Admirals Motor Inn

Admirals Motor Inn

Admirals Motor Inn
Nelson South

10/10 Exceptional

Fraser, the owner, was most helpful on what to see in Nelson. He pointed me to The Center of New Zealand. An upward climb to the top but well worth the views. There's onsite laundry, which was most helpful.
United States
Matt
Reviewed May 16, 2026
Admirals Motor Inn