Tahunanui Travel Guide
Nelson
Popular places to visit
Natureland Zoo
See the exotic and native animals who live at Natureland Zoo during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Nelson Fun Park
Bring the family to Nelson Fun Park and enjoy this exciting theme park in Nelson. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Paddy's Knob Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Paddy's Knob Reserve, a lovely green space in Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Burrell Park
Explore the great outdoors at Burrell Park, a lovely green space in Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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.
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Things to do
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
Nelson: Cable Bay Adventure Park Skywire Experience
18,000ft Tandem Skydive over Abel Tasman
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing
Top hotels in Tahunanui
The Beachcomber Hotel
Friendly service. Easy check in. Nice room and facilities. Easy parking. Close to the beach and airport.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
Place was great. Clean and tidy, just wish the shower space is a bit bigger. Easy to find. Car parking was alright.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Arrow Motel Apartments
Comfortable stay great communication from the proprietor
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Beaches Nelson
The reception and continual help with any of our questions was excellent! Definitely would stay there again!!
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
Great accommodation with clean room and fully equipped kitchen for cooking and suitable for all ages. Quiet and staff are friendly. Quiet and peaceful surroundings.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Balmoral Motel
We had everything we needed. The woman on the reception was still there after closing hours and let us in and the key was as arranged on the door anyway. Really lovely. The towles were changed the second day and new toilet papwr and rubbish was emptied. Really great service. Thank you!
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tahunanui
Moana
Though Moana may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Natureland Zoo and Tahunanui Beach Reserve.
Wakatu
When in Wakatu, you can plan a visit to World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Natureland Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Toi Toi
Though Toi Toi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Victory Square and Natureland Zoo.
Annesbrook
While visiting Annesbrook, you might make a stop by sights like World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Golf Club.
Britannia Heights
While Britannia Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Natureland Zoo and Victory Square.
Washington Valley
Though Washington Valley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nelson Market and Trafalgar Park.
