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The Hotel Nelson

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Queens Gardens

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Seasonal outdoor pool, a heated pool, sun loungers
Bar (on property)
BBQ/picnic area
Exterior
Executive Apartment, 4 Bedrooms | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
40 Waimea Road, Nelson, 7010
  • Nelson Hospital
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Christ Church Cathedral
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Trafalgar Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Nelson (NSN)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Studio, Kitchen | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, Kitchen

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living area | 40-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Compact Studio | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Compact Studio

  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Apartment, 4 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker

Executive Apartment, 4 Bedrooms

  • 1023 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 4 Twin Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, Jetted Tub

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Unit with Spa

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior King Studio

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior King Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two Bedrooms Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio Kitchen

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Kitchen

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio with Jacuzzi

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

One Bedroom Unit

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Compact Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior King Studio with SPA

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior King Studio with SPA

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Two Double Studio

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Two Double Studio

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Accessible Superior Studio

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Accessible Superior Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Three Bedrooms Unit

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Two Queen Studio

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Two Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Nelson

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Nelson South hotel, you'll find Nelson College and Nelson Hospital. Christ Church Cathedral and Nelson Market are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Nelson College - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nelson Hospital - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Nelson Market - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Trafalgar Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Victory Square Fish & Chips - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Penguino Ice Cream Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Hotel Nelson

Family-friendly 3-star hotel near Queens Gardens
The Hotel Nelson offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. A terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly The Hotel Nelson. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Nelson hotel.

  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Hotel Nelson offers 80 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. 40-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Nelson hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Hindi, Portuguese

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Weekday full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 8 to 28 for adults and NZD 5 to 28 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Heated pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 30.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 8.00 to 28.00 for adults, and NZD 5.00 to 28.00 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in May.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Quality Inn Nelson
Quality Nelson
Leisure Hotel Nelson
Hotel Nelson
The Hotel Nelson Hotel
The Hotel Nelson Nelson
The Hotel Nelson Hotel Nelson

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Hotel Nelson to the airport?

The Hotel Nelson is 4.2 mi (13-min drive) away from the Nelson (NSN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hotel Nelson?

As of Mar 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hotel Nelson on Apr 4, 2025 start from $99.17, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Hotel Nelson have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Hotel Nelson.

How close is The Hotel Nelson to the beach?

This hotel is 3.5 mi (11-min drive) from Tahunanui Beach Reserve.

Does The Hotel Nelson offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at The Hotel Nelson, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between NZD 8.00 and 28.00 for adults, NZD 5.00 and 28.00 for children.

Is there a casino at The Hotel Nelson?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Hotel Nelson?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

Is there free parking at The Hotel Nelson?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Hotel Nelson have a pool?

The Hotel Nelson features a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does The Hotel Nelson have a restaurant?

The Hotel Nelson is home to Flames on 40, which features al fresco dining.

Does The Hotel Nelson have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Hotel Nelson to downtown Nelson?

The Hotel Nelson is 0.8 mi away from Nelson.

The Hotel Nelson Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 550 out of 977 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 321 out of 977 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 977 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 977 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 977 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free upgrade was nice and much bigger than the space we had paid for. Clean and tidy throughout. Did not have Sky bring the only negative.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Euan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for ample-sized room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Claire

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
First hotel in a long time I’ve stayed in that had a tub that I could really, truly soak in as a tall person!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Traveled with group
Beautiful rooms, clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dayveen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome room!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Large rooms Clean & tidy Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bella

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and close to town. Excellent room facilities. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

kaye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location and very blean and tidy room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Baladitya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for a night with my family on our way to queenstown, it is a nice and quiet place and at a good price for a single night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Antonia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious clean room. shared bbq on pool deck was very convenient. Only downside was that our room was nearest to a main road with lots of traffic noises.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay in Nelson!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

MaryAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelent
Very good conditions, very clean, had everything we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large family room with full kitchen and seperate bedroom. Bathroom was beautiful with large spa bath. Staff were very helpful with restaurant recommendations in the local area and also advice of forward travel with driving in forecasted heavy rains- much appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

eamon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Check in to this hotel was simple and efficeintly handled. The rrom was good and clean. One downside tbat was mentioned was being on 2nd level but no lift access. Overall though, a very nice hotel, quiet, close to centre of town. I would reco.mend this hotel to anyone
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
nothing to add
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Rathnayake Mudiyanselage Udara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smooth check in process. Clean and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Vaughan

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024