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The Hotel Nelson

3.0 star property
Suburban hotel with seasonal outdoor pool and 24-hour front desk

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Dive into the crystal-clear waters of our pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a serene atmosphere.
Staircase leads to a spacious area with a kitchen and additional rooms.
Stylish two-story building with a prominent balcony and urban location.
Conference room with a wooden table, potted plant, and a window with a decorative screen.
Relax in our stylish lobby, featuring a central bar, comfortable seating, and a large outdoor terrace.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
The current price is AU$100
includes taxes & fees
24 July - 25 July

Room options

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Studio, Kitchen

Studio, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living area

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
LCD TV
3 bedrooms
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Compact Studio

Compact Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Apartment, 4 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

Executive Apartment, 4 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 95 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 4 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio, Jetted Tub

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Jetted bath
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Unit with Spa

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Jetted bath
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio

Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior King Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Two Bedrooms Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio Kitchen

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio with Jacuzzi

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

One Bedroom Unit

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Compact Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior King Studio with SPA

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Two Double Studio

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Accessible Superior Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Three Bedrooms Unit

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Two Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Map
40 Waimea Road, Nelson, 7010

What's nearby

  • Nelson College - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Nelson Hospital - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nelson Market - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Victory Square Fish & Chips - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Penguino Ice Cream Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Hotel Nelson

Family-friendly hotel near Nelson College
Located close to Nelson Hospital and Christ Church Cathedral, The Hotel Nelson provides a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Flames on 40, offers breakfast, dinner and al fresco dining. In addition to a bar and a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and express check-out
  • Express check-in, tour/ticket information and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 80 rooms include amenities, such as free WiFi, sound-insulated walls and free newspapers.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and baths or showers
  • 40-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Hindi, Portuguese

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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 uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Weekday full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 8 to 28 for adults and NZD 5 to 28 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Flames on 40

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Heated pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older

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
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 30.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 8.00 to 28.00 for adults and NZD 5.00 to 28.00 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit 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 October to May

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Quality Inn Nelson
Quality Nelson
Leisure Hotel Nelson
Hotel Nelson
The Hotel Nelson Hotel
The Hotel Nelson Nelson
The Hotel Nelson Hotel Nelson

Frequently asked questions

Does The Hotel Nelson have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hotel Nelson?

As of 13 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hotel Nelson on 24 July 2025 start from AU$100.27, 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.

Is The Hotel Nelson pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Hotel Nelson?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Hotel Nelson?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

What time is check-out at The Hotel Nelson?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is The Hotel Nelson located?

This family-friendly Nelson hotel is located near the airport, within a 15-minute walk of Nelson College, Nelson Hospital and Christ Church Cathedral. Nelson Market and Queens Gardens are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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The Hotel Nelson Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 562 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 327 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1003 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Theresa

Was a bit noisy being near the road but was the cheapest room so not really complaining
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly staff, clean room, easy walking distance to town centre
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karthick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very good with enough space and remodeled bathrooms. Definitely recommend for a quick short stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

lora

Friendly staff Clean and well maintained
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Apocalyptic vibe
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Handy location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really nice!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Amenities
Quick check in, friendly staff, very clean and very quiet. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed there because of an event that I attended nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was convenient to two places i had to be for meeting, breakfast was a little disappointing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Amy Salape Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restraunt was good, staff were lovely, room was always clean. Laundry was easy to access and use, reception quality on the tv was not good
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ofanoa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean & quiet. Family oriented especially with the neat and tidy pool , will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean as always and a convenient location to town and hospital. Disappointing the only cutlery in the room was a teaspoon.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable area
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rahui

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Would like lifts to upper floor
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was good and central , had every thing you needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room had everything we needed, was very clean. Full cooking facilities made our trip easier to get groceries & have plenty kitchen space to cook. The heated outdoor pool was an awesome bonus to the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Winston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient and great heated pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hanifa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Happily recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Beautiful rooms, clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access good price & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Norm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very good location for us, staff very nice, lovely restaurant, bathroom very old and tired and linen too could well do with an upgrade.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

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

Good location

All good, good location and room comfortable Just a little road noise as stayed in end studio unit
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025