Moana Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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.
Founders Heritage Park
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Founders Heritage 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.
Centre of New Zealand Monument
You can find out about the history of Nelson with a visit to Centre of New Zealand Monument. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Nelson College
Explore the campus of Nelson College as part of your travels around Nelson. Visit the spas in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Activities
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing
Our pick of the best Moana Hotel Deals
The Hotel Nelson
good
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Quest Nelson
Efficient staff, clean room and convenient location
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
The Beachcomber Hotel
We were on a queen room. The bed was comfortable and the room a good size. It has recently been refurbished to a good standard. There is a microwave, coffee plunger and crockery but washing up all as to be done in the bathroom sink which is a bit odd.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
Clean room, beautiful buildings, convenient location
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Tides Hotel
Lovely, large and modern studio apt adjacent to the quaint original farmhouse and garden. The owners were great and very helpful. They let you do laundry for free
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Spotless rooms quietness and friendly helpful staff
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Moana
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.
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.
Tahunanui
Tahunanui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Natureland Zoo and Tahunanui Beach Reserve while you're in town.
Washington Valley
Though Washington Valley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Trafalgar Park and Victory Square.
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.
Nelson South
Unique features of Nelson South include the spas and restaurants. Make a stop by Victory Square or Fairfield Park while you're exploring the area.
