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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.

Enjoyed the space cosy and felt homie.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
353 reviews
Price from
$104.83
1 night, 2 adults
Villa on Milton, hotel in Nelson

Villa on Milton is located in Nelson, just a 19-minute walk from Christ Church Cathedral and 0.8 miles from Trafalgar Park. This guest house provides accommodations with a patio.

Room was exceptionally clean and modern, staff was wonderful and location walking distance from best part of town. I will definitely stay here when I visit Nelson again.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
65 reviews
Price from
$79.22
1 night, 2 adults
The River Shack, hotel in Nelson

The River Shack is located in Nelson, just 13 miles from Christ Church Cathedral and 14 miles from Trafalgar Park.

If you want to get out of the city and have a quiet stay this is the place for you. We could only hear the fast water in the river to put us to sleep and the sheep talking to each other.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
9 reviews
Price from
$81.95
1 night, 2 adults
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 the garden and barbecue facilities.

Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
13 reviews
Price from
$97.05
1 night, 2 adults
Cable Bay Farm, hotel in Nelson

Offering a tennis court, Cable Bay Farm offers accommodations in Nelson. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. Outdoor seating is also available at the guest house.

Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
31 reviews
Price from
$88.66
1 night, 2 adults
GROVE HOUSE, hotel in Nelson

Just a 8-minute walk from Trafalgar Park and 0.8 miles from Christ Church Cathedral, GROVE HOUSE features accommodations in Nelson, with a garden.

The house is in a good location with lots of street parking. There is a nice backyard area to relax in. There is a small kitchenette with a fridge, hotplate, microwave, and space to store food.
Scored 6.1
6.1
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
39 reviews
Price from
$150.42
1 night, 2 adults
Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts, hotel in Nelson

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

The glamping tent was awesome. Secluded spot, away from the rest of the accomodation. The view was amazing! We would definitely stay here again!
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
105 reviews
Price from
$137.78
1 night, 2 adults
Berryfields 64, hotel in Nelson

Berryfields 64 enjoys a location in Appleby, 9.2 miles from Christ Church Cathedral and 10 miles from Trafalgar Park.

Good location, modern and comfortable room, very good mattress, we delighted the warm bedroom and the nice shower.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
59 reviews
Price from
$99.59
1 night, 2 adults
Waterfront Bliss, hotel in Nelson

Boasting a garden, Waterfront Bliss is located in Nelson in the Nelson region, 0.9 mi from Trafalgar Park and 1.1 mi from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson.

The unit is a well appointed studio attached to a private home. Bed is comfortable. There’s a lovely private deck facing the water.
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
60 reviews
Stoke Suburban Comfort, hotel in Nelson

A recently renovated guest house, Stoke Suburban Comfort offers accommodations in Nelson. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
5 reviews
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Travelers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. These simple accommodations are in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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  • Joya Garden & Villa Studios
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 353 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

  • Southern Aurora
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 4 reviews

    Providing a garden, Southern Aurora features accommodations in Nelson. This homestay provides free private parking, bicycle parking, and free Wifi.

  • Stoke Suburban Comfort
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 5 reviews

    A recently renovated guest house, Stoke Suburban Comfort offers accommodations in Nelson. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    Beautiful and comfortable stay nice and clean close to local shops which have yummy fish n chops

  • The River Shack
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 9 reviews

    The River Shack is located in Nelson, just 13 miles from Christ Church Cathedral and 14 miles from Trafalgar Park.

    The place was warm, clean and comfortable. And pet Friendly!

  • Reeves Retreat-Handy in Tasman
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 13 reviews

    Reeves Retreat-Handy in Tasman is a recently renovated guest house in Nelson where guests can make the most of the 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 wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 97 reviews

    Offering a garden, Seymour Sleeps provides accommodations in Nelson. With mountain views, this accommodation offers a swimming pool.

    Walking Distance to town, great host, very friendly.

  • Citrus Grove
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 61 reviews

    Citrus Grove in Nelson provides adults-only accommodations with free bikes, a garden, and a terrace. This guest house offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and free Wifi.

    Nice and easy location. everything we needed in room

  • MoanaViews
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 63 reviews

    Providing a garden, MoanaViews provides accommodations in Nelson. This guest house features free private parking, private check-in and check-out, and free Wifi.

    Great views to Picton harbour. Very quiet and relaxing

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  • Cable Bay Farm
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 31 reviews

    Offering a tennis court, Cable Bay Farm offers accommodations in Nelson. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. Outdoor seating is also available at the guest house.

    Nice selection for breakfast, fantastic location on the ocean!

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

    Boasting a garden, Waterfront Bliss is located in Nelson in the Nelson region, 0.9 mi from Trafalgar Park and 1.1 mi from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson.

    Great views, comfortable room, nice friendly hosts

  • Villa on Milton
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 65 reviews

    Villa on Milton is located in Nelson, just a 19-minute walk from Christ Church Cathedral and 0.8 miles from Trafalgar Park. This guest house provides accommodations with a patio.

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

  • Middle Earth - Te Whare Rangi
    Budget options available

    Offering a garden, Middle Earth - Te Whare Rangi features accommodations in Nelson. With garden views, this accommodation provides a balcony.

  • Abel Abode -Te Whare Rangi
    Budget options available

    Providing free bikes, Abel Abode -Te Whare Rangi provides accommodations in Nelson. With garden views, this accommodation features a balcony.

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Homestays That Guests Love in Nelson

  • Avg. price/night: $109.03
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 906 reviews
    Very friendly, great hosts ,warm, comfortable bed. Fresh towels each day. Very close to town and good restaurants
    Gillian
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $157.55
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 322 reviews
    Everything So comfortable Quiet for a main road Great hosts
    jennie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $127.48
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 829 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 excellent
    Excellent
     · 342 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: $104.83
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 353 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $136.31
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 833 reviews
    Great hosts and value for money, would definitely stay again top notch place.
    Keely
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $182.71
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 2,287 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 traveler
  • Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 99 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: $152.16
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 1,023 reviews
    Great hosts, clean and decent size TV
    Tansey
    Young couple
  • Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 44 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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