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Arcadia Motel

3.5 star property
Travelers find a peaceful retreat at this scenic motel where golf enthusiasts can play a round while others relax amid lush greenery with attentive service

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Refreshed in 2020, Arcadia Motel near Nelson Hospital and College offers an 18-hole golf course, seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi, laundry facilities, and multilingual staff. Just minutes from Tahunanui Beach Reserve.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
The current price is Rp1.159.187
Rp1.333.065 total
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
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About this property

Arcadia Motel

  • Motel near Tahunanui Beach Reserve
  • Located close to Nelson Hospital and Nelson College, Arcadia Motel provides an adjacent golf course, a terrace and a garden. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
  • Other perks include:
    • Swimming pool, along with pool umbrellas
    • Free self-parking
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a seasonal outdoor pool and babysitting (surcharge)
    • A bike cleaning area, luggage storage and multilingual staff
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Arcadia Motel feature comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
    • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
    • Private gardens, separate sitting areas and separate dining areas

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 30.0 per stay

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 15 for adults and from NZD 15 for children
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from September to May
Pool access available from 8 AM to 10 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Frequently asked questions

Does Arcadia Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8 AM to 10 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Arcadia Motel?

As of 21 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arcadia Motel on 22 May 2026 start from Rp1.159.187, 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.

Is Arcadia Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Arcadia Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Arcadia Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Arcadia Motel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee.

Where is Arcadia Motel located?

Located in Tahunanui, this golf motel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Tahunanui Beach Reserve, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Nelson Hospital and Nelson College. Nelson Market and Trafalgar Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 219 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 219 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 219 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 219 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 219 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly right from the first interaction. Parking was good room was clean and sufficient for our needs highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, spacious, very friendly hosts, kitchen well stocked
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and tidy, helpful friendly staff, great location
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable room, quite spacious, good amenities, very friendly and helpful reception staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean well equipped unit. Just had bit of old smell to it, but was not a game changer. Friendly helpful staff. Good location to beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean spotless room. Owners were so nice. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless, reception guy very welcoming and friendly. Great having the plunge pool on site. Off the main road, so no traffic noise. Hadnt realised we were so close to Nelson airport, so woken by early flying.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent fully refurbished room, lovely and clean and well appointed. Would definitely book again thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JACEK

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was perfect, very spacious. The staff very good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The gentleman that greeted us upon arrival was lovely, he showed us to our room which was spacious, clean and very comfortable. We highly recommend Arcadia Motels and are looking forward to staying here again on our next holiday.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay, room was perfect, had everything we needed, and hosts were very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Have stay here a few times as location is perfect for me. Staff are very friendly and helpful and units are always clean and tidy. A great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice people run this hotel. Great location to spend a few nights
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great place to stay. Location is ideal. Helpful and friendly staff. Always clean, tidy and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly host! Exceptionally clean units.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Roomy comfortable accommodation.

Good big room with comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable…very helpful and polite staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable stay

Very comfortable stay in extremely clean unit. Very friendly and helpful owner.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very well run, clean, friendly and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, clean and tidy unit, friendly helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff there were really friendly & helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner is very friendly and attentive. The rooms are spacious and well-appointed and the hotel is walking distance to the beach and a few restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful welcome

Enjoyed our 2 night stay in Nelson. Wonderful welcome on arrival. Room was upstairs. Quiet,clean and comfortable. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and excellent service from the owners. Good sized room. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this property. Host was kind and welcoming. The room was perfect for us and the location was great. Close to the beach (a very short drive) and easy to get to the highway toward Abel Tasman Park. Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025