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Joya Garden & Villa Studios, hotel in Nelson

Built in 1908 this refurbished heritage villa is located in a quiet, upmarket area of town.

My 3 night stay at Joya was absolutely lovely. Beautiful character accomodation. Welcoming host Paulina. Really nice breakfast provided..Peaceful sanctuary near town and attractions. Would love to stay again😃
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
338 reviews
Price from
£82.22
per night
Villa on Milton, hotel in Nelson

Villa on Milton features a patio and is located in Nelson, within just 1.6 km of Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson and 1.3 km of Trafalgar Park.

Quaint and beautiful
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
62 reviews
Price from
£75.53
per night
The River Shack, hotel in Nelson

Located in Nelson and only 21 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, The River Shack provides accommodation with river views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Room had well appointed kitchen, clean bathroom and comfortable bed. Everything you need.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
5 reviews
Price from
£64.28
per night
Reeves Retreat-Handy in Tasman, hotel in Nelson

Reeves Retreat-Handy in Tasman is a recently renovated guest house in Nelson, where guests can make the most of its garden and barbecue facilities.

Very clean and nice little touches but as it was joint to the owners house and I wasn't aware of this when booking, it was quite noisy with being below the owners.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
13 reviews
Price from
£84.57
per night
Cable Bay Farm, hotel in Nelson

Boasting garden views, Cable Bay Farm offers accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 3 km from Maori Pa Beach. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

The location was so quiet and peaceful . Bed excellent , cooking facilities great. Very clean and tidy . Shower and toilet room is separate from the main living quarters so a 4/5 meter walk outside is required ,but not a problem and shower etc facilities were very good . Hosts very responsive to any questions 👌.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
31 reviews
Price from
£69.54
per night
GROVE HOUSE, hotel in Nelson

A garden is offered in-house at GROVE HOUSE, which is situated in Nelson, just 700 metres away from Trafalgar Park and 1.3 km away from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson.

no breakfast . Beds were comfortable.
Scored 6.1
6.1
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
39 reviews
Price from
£121.79
per night
Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts, hotel in Nelson

Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts offer two different accommodation types and is located between Richmond and Mapua on the road to the Abel Tasman National Park.

Setting
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
109 reviews
Price from
£117.46
per night
Berryfields 64, hotel in Nelson

Located in Appleby and only 15 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Berryfields 64 provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Great location. Provided breakfast was handy. Good shower. Safe parking. Quite at night.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
56 reviews
Price from
£74
per night
Waterfront Bliss, hotel in Nelson

Boasting a garden, Waterfront Bliss is located in Nelson in the Nelson region, 1.5 km from Trafalgar Park and 1.8 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson.

Pillows and bed lovely and comfy. Beautiful view. Close to town.
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
60 reviews
Seymour Sleeps, hotel in Nelson

Boasting a garden, pool with a view and mountain views, Seymour Sleeps is set in Nelson. The property has pool and river views, and is 1.3 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson.

Very handy location but on a quiet street, could hear Morepork/Ruru calling at night. Lots of little details that made it a special place to stay and a super friendly and accommodating host.
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
96 reviews
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  • Joya Garden & Villa Studios
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 338 reviews

    Built in 1908 this refurbished heritage villa is located in a quiet, upmarket area of town.

    Lovely welcome, spacious room and everything you need for a comfy stay

  • Reeves Retreat-Handy in Tasman
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 13 reviews

    Reeves Retreat-Handy in Tasman is a recently renovated guest house in Nelson, where guests can make the most of its garden and barbecue facilities.

    The selection of breakfasts was exceptional, we did not expect so much, top marks.

  • Seymour Sleeps
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 96 reviews

    Boasting a garden, pool with a view and mountain views, Seymour Sleeps is set in Nelson. The property has pool and river views, and is 1.3 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson.

    Walking Distance to town, great host, very friendly.

  • Citrus Grove
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 61 reviews

    Set in Nelson and only 5.4 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Citrus Grove offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Nice and easy location. everything we needed in room

  • MoanaViews
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 60 reviews

    Situated in Nelson and only 700 metres from Tahunanui Beach, MoanaViews features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Great views to Picton harbour. Very quiet and relaxing

  • Waterfront Bliss
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 60 reviews

    Boasting a garden, Waterfront Bliss is located in Nelson in the Nelson region, 1.5 km from Trafalgar Park and 1.8 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson.

    Great views, comfortable room, nice friendly hosts

  • Villa on Milton
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 62 reviews

    Villa on Milton features a patio and is located in Nelson, within just 1.6 km of Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson and 1.3 km of Trafalgar Park.

    Quiet, easy access to nelson central, off street parking.

  • Middle Earth - Te Whare Rangi

    Featuring garden views, Middle Earth - Te Whare Rangi provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 1.5 km from Tahunanui Beach.

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Homestays that guests love in Nelson

  • Avg. price/night: £85.51
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 871 reviews
    Very friendly, great hosts ,warm, comfortable bed. Fresh towels each day. Very close to town and good restaurants
    Gillian
    Young couple
  • Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 313 reviews
    Everything So comfortable Quiet for a main road Great hosts
    jennie
    Young couple
  • Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 798 reviews
    Was so clean and comfortable. Close to everything and the spa bath amazing will definitely go back!! Lovely host also!
    Katie
    Young couple
  • Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 341 reviews
    Neville is a great host.. we've stayed here several times for the location and all the facilities close by. The view is awesume.
    Bronwyn
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £82.22
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 338 reviews
    Lovely house at the back of Nelson hill in the old part with huge trees and a great view. Easy parking outside, very comfortable big room and big tiled bathroom and lovely covered outside area, delicious big breakfast for $15 very good value, lovely Hostess.
    Clare
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £141.86
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 807 reviews
    Great hosts and value for money, would definitely stay again top notch place.
    Keely
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £166.80
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 2,299 reviews
    Well priced, clean, comfortable hotel in town. I didn't eat at the restaurant but it looked nice and seemed popular with locals as well as guests. Decorated in an eclectic style. Good size rooms, comfy beds.
    Izzy
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 100 reviews
    A rural retreat. Lovely, quiet location yet convenient for Nelson and Mapua. Sitting comfortably in the armchairs on the veranda in front of the blazing Chiminia in the cool of the autumn early mornings and evenings was a definite bonus. Lovely host.
    Blair
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £228.82
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,036 reviews
    Great hosts, clean and decent size TV
    Tansey
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £53.56
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 42 reviews
    Staying in a homestay situation was great and we enjoyed meeting our host Graham and he was a great host who was very easy to get along with. The location was great, and just a quick walk to the beach. Breakfast was delicious and plenty of it. Loved meeting very friendly Mitch the cat.
    Keith
    Young couple

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