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The Hotel Nelson

3.0 star property

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Seasonal outdoor pool, a heated pool, pool loungers
Bar (on property)
Meeting facility
Meeting facility
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

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40 Waimea Road, Nelson, 7010
  • Nelson Hospital
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Christ Church Cathedral
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Trafalgar Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Nelson (NSN)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Studio, Kitchen | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living area | 40-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 70 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Compact Studio | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Compact Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Apartment, 4 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker

Executive Apartment, 4 Bedrooms

  • 95 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 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)
  • 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)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 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)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior King Studio

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Two Bedrooms Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio Kitchen

  • Sleeps 3

Studio with Jacuzzi

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

One Bedroom Unit

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio

  • Sleeps 3

Compact Studio

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior King Studio with SPA

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Two Double Studio

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Accessible Superior Studio

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Three Bedrooms Unit

  • Sleeps 6

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Two Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 4

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About this property

The Hotel Nelson

Suburban hotel with seasonal outdoor pool and 24-hour front desk
This hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a conference centre, a seasonal outdoor pool and a business centre.
The Hotel Nelson offers 80 accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. 40-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Nelson hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

A children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Hotel Nelson. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Fairfield Park. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a restaurant are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Full breakfast served weekdays for a fee
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Nelson College and 10 minutes on foot from Nelson Hospital
The Hotel Nelson offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. A terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly The Hotel Nelson. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Nelson hotel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM.
Flames on 40 – This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 30.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in May.
  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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

The Hotel Nelson Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 569 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 321 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Karthick

Travelled with family and small children
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

David

Handy location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lynne

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charged twice. Very noisy. On a very busy road and paper thin walls meant man in next room with hawking cough sounded as if he were in our room. Bathroom has spa but no heater and was cold. Not happy.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

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

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
large spacious clean rooms, tvs in each bedroom, ensuite in the apartment, full kitchen, cheap rate
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carol, Lincoln

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room given was not as described. TV did not work as we were told that was because it was so old! Staff told us these rooms were always getting complaints but manager insisted they be used. Have asked Expedia for credit but no response after 3 days!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Mogens

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Business traveller
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

Leila

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food at the restaurant was below average. Steak not cooked correctly and chips tasted rank (old oil). Could smell the table next doors fish wasn't fresh and was off putting.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Huia Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What awesome value for money. Recent stay with a brother to visit another brother. Slept 4 ,the add said. 3 singles and 1 king in a separate massive sized room. No complaints at all. Are at the restaurant and had the most delicious meals and great pour of wine. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

martin

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

8/10 Good

GREG

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Fit for purpose

Great for a brief one night stay to attend an evening function.
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

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Denis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bon hôtel. Très propre et fonctionnels. Chambre un peu petites. Peu d'espace pour manger dans la cuisine.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maca

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really nice and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maca

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

8/10 Good

Ellen

Liked: Amenities
Room was very comfortable as was the bed. However what I didn't appreciate is dispite the fact the hotel was quite full the restaurant was closed on Sunday night, it was easter sunday but other restaurants had opened. I had been looking forward to dining there again as the food was delicious. It was raining heavily and i was forced to drive to find somewhere else to eat. Didnt think that was good service for their guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Good price. I Did not like my room. Very noisy and no parking in front, This property requires 200 dollar deposit for ‘ incidentals’ and this is a requirement! Nothing in room worth 200 Dollars. Well maybe the old TV.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

Clean, tidy and comfortable

Clean, great place, we didnt get to use the pool but it looked good!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ofanoa

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Hanifa

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

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfect place to relax and walk to shops or dine at the Flame Restaurant. Staff were happy to help.I have no hesitation in recommending Hotel Nelson to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025