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Our top choices for Port Nelson hotels

A waterfront property with a two-story house featuring a balcony, a swimming pool, and a rocky shoreline.

1. Harbourside Nelson

Harbourside Nelson
4.0 star property
Port Nelson
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (701 reviews)
"Great location, good ammenities including washer&dryer. Helpful staff and almost adjacent to an excellent restaurant and bar."
Australia
Barry
The price is Rp1.451.568
Rp1.669.303 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Harbourside Nelson
A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.

2. Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
The Wood, 1.1 km from Port Nelson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly team, great service, and a hassle-free stay every time. Definitely my go-to place in town."
Australia
Diane
The price is Rp1.071.177
Rp1.231.854 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Tides Hotel
A building with the sign "QUEST" at the top, featuring multiple windows and a modern architectural design.

3. Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1.7 km from Port Nelson
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (515 reviews)
"Great place to stay, in walking distance to the shopping centre. Jake in reception was incredible, helping us with a booking problem. He was extremely welcoming and a wonderful asset to Quest."
Australia
Robyn
The price is Rp1.428.232
Rp1.642.471 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Quest Nelson
A dining table set with chairs, a view of a town and hills in the background.

4. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson
4.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1.7 km from Port Nelson
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (645 reviews)
"Easy location parking and food onsite"
New Zealand
Jason
The price is Rp2.186.951
Rp2.515.034 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
A modern hotel room with a large central dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

5. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1.8 km from Port Nelson
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (632 reviews)
"Couldn't fault this place at all. Clean, quiet, lovely helpful staff, nice amenities. Definitely stay here again."
Australia
Glennis
The price is Rp1.270.364
Rp1.460.919 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Palazzo Motor Lodge
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.

6. The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson
5.0 star property
The Wood, 0.9 km from Port Nelson
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (753 reviews)
"Very modern, clean room. Staff very helpful and friendly on checkin. Excellent kitchen facilities and extras"
Australia
Lynne
The price is Rp1.755.391
Rp2.018.700 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
The Sails Nelson
A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.

7. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South, 2.3 km from Port Nelson
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great locale"
Australia
Ray
The price is Rp1.299.243
Rp1.494.129 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
The Hotel Nelson
A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.

8. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
The Wood, 1 km from Port Nelson
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,434 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Convenient location to town"
New Zealand
Nathan
The price is Rp1.071.177
Rp1.231.854 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
An aerial view of a swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a brick patio and palm trees.

9. Palms Motel

Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1.1 km from Port Nelson
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (331 reviews)
"Great service, great motel. An excellent location."
Australia
Michael
The price is Rp1.446.089
Rp1.663.002 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Palms Motel
A modern house with a balcony, large windows, and a dining area.

10. Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 2 km from Port Nelson
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (374 reviews)
"It was quiet and within walking distance of downtown and a few restaurants very friendly place"
United States
Michael Diana
The price is Rp1.866.463
Rp2.146.402 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Century Park Motor Lodge
A reception area with a counter, seating, and a sign welcoming guests to breakfast.

11. The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 3.3 km from Port Nelson
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (693 reviews)
"Parking was about the only thing i can say was good …"
Australia
Anna
The price is Rp1.299.154
Rp1.494.027 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
The Beachcomber Hotel
A wide beach with a clear sky and distant mountains.

12. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 3.4 km from Port Nelson
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (250 reviews)
"Just Wonderful"
Australia
Karla
The price is Rp1.570.613
Rp1.806.205 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Beaches Nelson
A staircase with a geometric stained glass window above, wooden handrails, and potted plants on the right.

13. Admirals Motor Inn

Admirals Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Nelson South, 2.2 km from Port Nelson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (369 reviews)
"Fantastic staff. So friendly. I really enjoy staying here"
Australia
Brendon
The price is Rp1.370.571
Rp1.576.157 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Admirals Motor Inn
A room with a view of a coastal landscape, featuring a table with chairs, a wicker sofa, and a wooden ceiling.

14. The Wheelhouse Inn

The Wheelhouse Inn
3.5 star property
Britannia Heights, 1.9 km from Port Nelson
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (239 reviews)
"Amazing views, had everything we needed. Wish we would have stayed longer, and would happily stay here again!"
United States
Kate
The price is Rp2.540.227
Rp2.921.281 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
The Wheelhouse Inn
A cozy cottage with a wooden exterior, a patio with outdoor seating, and a garden area with potted plants and a small table.

15. Ah House Nelson City B&B

Ah House Nelson City B&B
4.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 1.9 km from Port Nelson
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"Amazing hosts and a wonderful b&b! I can’t wait to visit again!"
United States
john
The price is Rp3.084.972
Rp3.547.738 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Ah House Nelson City B&B
A motel with a paved driveway, a signboard, and a well-lit entrance.

16. Kings Gate Motel

Kings Gate Motel
3.5 star property
The Wood, 0.9 km from Port Nelson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (144 reviews)
"We had the small room, it was adequate for our needs, hot plate, microwave, fridge, all we needed was there, was very clean and tidy, bed was firm and very comfortable, very large spa bath, which was lovely. Latch on toilet window was broken couldn't find anyone to tell before we left, everything in the unit was well maintained, and clean, outside needed a bit of tidying , we would definitely return to stay."
Australia
William
The price is Rp1.250.693
Rp1.438.297 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Kings Gate Motel
A pathway leading through a garden with a red mailbox labeled 'NO CIRCULARS' and the number '10'.

17. Tasman Bay Backpackers

Tasman Bay Backpackers
2.0 star property
The Wood, 1.2 km from Port Nelson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (150 reviews)
"I'm a mature, touring motorcyclist. First time in shared accommodation. Good experience. Prices for all types of accom options looked very reasonable. Owners and staff at the premises were outstanding. For that reason, all the guests appeared happy and were sharing that vibe. Booking was easy. Woop woop Expedia"
Australia
Mark
The price is Rp878.109
Rp1.009.825 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Tasman Bay Backpackers
A balcony with a table set for breakfast, including croissants, a bottle, and a tray with a drink.

18. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 2 km from Port Nelson
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (464 reviews)
"We can highly recommend this motel. The Location is good, our room was really nice with an outdoor sitting area and great amenities, The host is a wealth of knowledge and is more than eager to share it."
Australia
Gary
The price is Rp1.993.478
Rp2.292.510 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a stove, and a refrigerator. There is a bar stool and a couch in the living area.

19. Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 3.4 km from Port Nelson
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (209 reviews)
"Good value. Very clean and all amenities that you need. Great sized bed and comfortable. Near road , so was a bit noisey unfortunately."
Australia
Lorraine
The price is Rp1.028.330
Rp1.182.579 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a door.

20. Riverlodge Nelson

Riverlodge Nelson
3.0 star property
The Wood, 1.2 km from Port Nelson
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (148 reviews)
"Good location very reasonable prices "
Australia
Michael
The price is Rp1.311.071
Rp1.507.732 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Riverlodge Nelson
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Compare popular hotels in Port Nelson

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A waterfront property with a two-story house featuring a balcony, a swimming pool, and a rocky shoreline.
Harbourside Nelson
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
701 reviews
View
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
753 reviews
View
A modern hotel room with a large central dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.
Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
632 reviews
View
A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.
Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
View
A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,434 reviews
View

Where to stay in Port Nelson

Find the best Port Nelson areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a view of the ocean and mountains in the background.

Nelson City Centre

Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Market and Queens Gardens.

A coastal town with houses on a hillside, a road with vehicles, and a large mountain in the background.

Tahunanui

Tahunanui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Natureland Zoo while you're in town.

A coastal landscape with prominent rock formations and calm sea.

Stoke

Stoke is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like McCashin's Brewery and Marsden Recreation Ground.

A beach with kites flying in the sky, mountains in the background, and a clear sky.

Nelson South

Unique features of Nelson South include the spas and restaurants. Make a stop by Fairfield Park or Victory Square while you're exploring the area.

A waterfall surrounded by rocks and lush green foliage.

The Wood

While visiting The Wood, you might make a stop by sights like Founders Heritage Park and Trafalgar Park.

Top Port Nelson Hotel Reviews

The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson

10/10 Excellent
"Very modern, clean room. Staff very helpful and friendly on checkin. Excellent kitchen facilities and extras"
Lynne 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Sails Nelson

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Port Nelson?
Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Nelson's Port Nelson neighbourhood.
What's a favourite place to stay in Port Nelson?
Based on our traveller data, Harbourside Nelson is one of the top choices for your stay in Port Nelson. This hotel offers a marina and free breakfast.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Port Nelson, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in Port Nelson.
What is there to do around this Nelson neighbourhood?
A few places to visit in the area around Port Nelson include South Pacific Distillery, Trafalgar Park and Anzac Park. While you're out sightseeing, Montgomery Square and Nelson Market are a couple of additional sights to visit in Nelson.