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Chelsea Park Motor Lodge

3.5 star property
Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Christ Church Cathedral

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Terrace/patio
Two Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen
One Bedroom Spa Apartment | View from room
One Bedroom Apartment
Check-in/check-out kiosk

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing

King Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Portable fan
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen

Two Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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One Bedroom Spa Apartment

One Bedroom Spa Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment

One Bedroom Apartment

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Queen Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Portable fan
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Family Apartment

One Bedroom Family Apartment

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
214 Rutherford St, Nelson, 7010

What's nearby

  • Christ Church Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nelson Market - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Centre of New Zealand Monument - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 6 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Urban Oyster Bar & Eatery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Penguino Ice Cream Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge

Motel near Tahunanui Beach Reserve
Located close to Christ Church Cathedral and Nelson Market, Chelsea Park Motor Lodge provides a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), free bike hire and an electric car charging station
  • Access to a nearby health club, outdoor furniture and a nature reserve
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Chelsea Park Motor Lodge feature perks, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Childcare services and cots/infant beds
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and hairdryers
  • 35-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Kitchenettes, fridges and microwaves

Languages

English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 20 for adults and NZD 20 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle storage
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2002
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 35-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 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 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 8:30 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 15 per stay.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per stay

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 20 for adults and from NZD 20 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 15 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses wind, solar and geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Chelsea Motor Lodge
Chelsea Park Motor
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
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Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Motel
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
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Frequently asked questions

Is Chelsea Park Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Chelsea Park Motor Lodge?

As of 12 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Chelsea Park Motor Lodge on 13 July 2025 start from AU$133.80, including 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.

How much is parking at Chelsea Park Motor Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Chelsea Park Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Chelsea Park Motor Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Chelsea Park Motor Lodge located?

Located in Nelson City Centre, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Christ Church Cathedral and Nelson Market. Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre and Victory Square are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 321 out of 422 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 422 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 422 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 422 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 422 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Checked in late, heater was on so was nice and warm which was great after a long day travelling, owner also had great recommendation of where to grab something to eat.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Excellent location, close to eateries, etc., and excellent reception service, although the room is a little small
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

The suite was clean and spacious. Very friendly staff. Would recommend this place for a short or long stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

Nice place, well managed
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Dean at the front desk was awesome help with suggestions for food very personable, if you’re ever in Nelson stay here, you cannot find better people who run the place and nicer rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

Dean the host, very friendly & helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Close walking distance to the downtown with several restaurants to choose from.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

We had a great stay with fantastic service from Dean. Borrowed some bikes during our stay which was a good way to explore the beach and city. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Fantastic reception desk and host. Very helpful with local knowledge about where to eat, what to do around Nelson. They even helped us book boat / walking tour to the Abel Tasman National Park. They have really made us feel at home so we stayed a few more nights to enjoy everything this area has to offer.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Communication was amazing we got in late in the evening and everything was all set up and staff at the front desk was helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

Excellent value for money so close to town
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Great place to stay great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10

Good location, handy to the city centre. Very nice friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10

Only booked for one night. Easy walk to town. Tidy and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Great spot. Dave is awesome and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

A wonderful experience, very relaxing with easy access to tourist activities and restaurants 😀. The hosts were brilliant, portraying excellent interpersonal skills, in addition to sharng very pertinent information. Very helpful,kind, & thoughtful people.I would recommend this little gem of a setting to all travellers, visiting Nelson.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

This was a great find. We were greeted by Dean who was extremely helpful with finding us a place to eat and things to do. It was an easy walk into Nelson, about 15 minutes. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Great place in a great location. Loved the small balcony as we sat out having wine and cheese one evening. Very close to the eateries and shopping. Welcoming hosts who were very pleasant and had lots of suggestions for places and things to do
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Friendly team and room spotlessly clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Great stay. Extremely comfortable lodging and friendly and easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10

Tomoko and Dean were great. Very helpful with good suggestions for dining and activities. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Chelsea Park Motor lodge is a great base for exploring Nelson and surrounding area. Approximate 10 minute walk from main shopping street and some of the town's parks. The room was spacious and comfortable with a small kitchen area including fridge. The hosts were friendly and helpful offering advise on places to visit/ eat. Also, they went above and beyond when I accidentally stood at the wrong location for the morning bus shuttle to Abel Tasman park and missed the pick up. I had stayed 2 nights but wish I had allowed a longer stay in my itinerary.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Awesome location, room well fitted and clean. Staff helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

A very good property with friendly host
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10

Great location, charming host. We would definitely stay here again. Walking distance to everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023