Marybank Travel Guide
Nelson
Popular places to visit
Christ Church Cathedral
After visiting Christ Church Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Nelson Hospital
If Nelson Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Nelson.
Nelson Market
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Nelson Market during your stay in Nelson. Wander around the parks or enjoy the area's cafes.
World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Queens Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Queens Gardens, a lovely green space in Nelson. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.
Things to do
Nelson: Cable Bay Adventure Park Skywire Experience
Abel Tasman National Full Park Scenic Cruise
Nelson: Guided Quad Biking Tour Through Forest and Farmland
Abel Tasman: Sea Shuttle Cruise and Walking Tour Combo
Top hotels in Marybank
The Hotel Nelson
Last minute reservation, communication great, room very comfortable.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Quest Nelson
Nice room and comfortable bed. A bit noisy at times outside. Also the layout of our particular apartment was a bit weird.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Had to watch for taking a extra charge
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
Room was great but they close at 5pm so you can’t ask anybody for anything also the restaurant and bar was closed on the Monday night
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Tides Hotel
A quirky hotel with psychodelic, brightly coloured door numbers, loo seats, waste bins and art! Conveniently placed just on the edge of Nelson, easily walkable into the town centre. There was a notice in the room about happy hour which lasted all afternoon and we had 2 glasses of wine at about 5.00. ...
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
The Beachcomber Hotel
Handy to everything
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Marybank
Atawhai
If you're spending some time in Atawhai, Miyazu Gardens and Miyazu Japanese Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
The Wood
While visiting The Wood, you might make a stop by sights like Founders Heritage Park and Trafalgar Park.
Port Nelson
While Port Nelson may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Trafalgar Park and Nelson Market.
Nelson City Centre
Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Provincial Museum and Nelson Market.
Beachville
Though Beachville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Trafalgar Park and Nelson Market.
Stepneyville
While Stepneyville may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Trafalgar Park and Nelson Market.
