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The Hotel Nelson

Property class: 3
Suburban hotel with restaurant, near Nelson College

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When you stay at The Hotel Nelson, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Nelson College and Nelson Hospital. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Flames on 40, which serves breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge, a children's pool and a snack bar/deli are other highlights. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Room service
  • Conference centre
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden

For families (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is AU$94
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept

Room options

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Studio, Kitchen

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a small table, two chairs, a window, and a nightstand.

Studio, Jetted Tub

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly made bed with white bedding and a blue patterned pillow, flanked by two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

Superior Unit with Spa

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a bed, sofa, and a small table.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a bed, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern living room with a gray sectional sofa, a wooden dining table with chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a blue sofa and a small table.

Executive Apartment, 4 Bedrooms

  • 95 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 4 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a window, and a door.

Compact Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

One Bedroom Unit

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two Bedrooms Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk, and a chair.

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of the outside.

Superior Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Map
40 Waimea Road, Nelson, 7010

What's nearby

  • Nelson College - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nelson Market - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Queens Gardens - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tern Coffee House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Salt & Pepper - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Eight Plates - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Hotel Nelson

  • When you stay at The Hotel Nelson, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Nelson College and Nelson Hospital. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Flames on 40, which serves breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge, a children's pool and a snack bar/deli are other highlights. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 80 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's menu
  • Pool gate

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby

Working away

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

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Heated pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LCD TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

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. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 8.00 to 28.00 for adults and NZD 5.00 to 28.00 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 4 per cent

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for NZD 30.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from October to May

Policies

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.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Hotel Nelson does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Hotel Nelson?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at The Hotel Nelson?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Hotel Nelson?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking and electric car charging are available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Hotel Nelson?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Hotel Nelson and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as cycling, boat tours and hiking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Hotel Nelson?

Yes, Flames on 40 offers al fresco dining.

What's the area around The Hotel Nelson like?

The Hotel Nelson is in Nelson South, a short 10-minute walk from Nelson Hospital and 12 minutes' walk from Christ Church Cathedral.

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