3 Star Hotel

The Hotel Nelson

40 Waimea Road, Nelson, New Zealand View Map

$79 nightly

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The Hotel Nelson

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Located in Nelson City Center, The Hotel Nelson is a 4-star Qualmark rated property within walking distance of Nelson Saturday Market, and the main business, shopping and entertainment precinct. It offers an outdoor heated swimming pool, complimentary newspapers, and free WiFi. Located across 2 floors, each of the 76 studios and spacious apartments offer a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Each studio offers a refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities. Some apartments also include a fully equipped kitchen and a spa bath. The private bathrooms feature a shower, hairdryer and free toiletries. Shared laundry facilities are located on-site. Flames on 40 Restaurant & Bar is opened for breakfast and dinner daily offering modern New Zealand cuisine produce sourced from the region. Room service for both breakfast and dinner is available. Tahunanui Beach, Richmond Aquatic Center, the World Wearable Arts Museum, Nelson Hospital and the Marlborough Institute of Technology are all nearby. Nelson is placed along the banks of the Tasman Bay. It is home to a number of annual events, unique attractions and historic landmarks.

1,252 Reviews

8.3Very Good
Cleanliness
8.9
Staff
8.8
Location
8.9

What Guests Say

  • “Comfy bed and quiet location.”
  • “Very clean, tidy rooms, comfy bed, quiet despite being near main road. Easy check in and out, restaurant onsite. Heated swimming pool,…”
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Top Amenities

  • Swimming Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible Rooms / Facilities
  • Business Center
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Room Options

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Superior Queen Queen1/4

Superior Queen Queen

323 sqft • 2 Queen

  • Accessible bath/shower
  • Adapter
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
Two Bedroom Apartment 1/4

Two Bedroom Apartment

593 sqft • 2 Single or 1 King

  • Accessible bath/shower
  • Adapter
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
Deluxe Four-Bedroom Apartment1/4

Deluxe Four-Bedroom Apartment

1077 sqft • 2 Single or 3 Single or 1 Single, 1 Queen or 1 King

  • Adapter
  • Additional bathroom
  • Additional toilet
  • Air conditioning
Superior Studio with Spa1/4

Superior Studio with Spa

302 sqft • 1 King

  • Adapter
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Balcony
Superior King1/4

Superior King

302 sqft • 1 Unknown

  • Adapter
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Balcony
One-Bedroom Apartment1/4

One-Bedroom Apartment

302 sqft • 1 King, 2 Single

  • Adapter
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Balcony

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    What Guests Loved

    8.3
    Very Good

    Based on 1,252 reviews

    Location

    8.9

    Cleanliness

    8.9

    Staff

    8.8

    Overall Quality

    8.3

    Pros +

    • Comfy bed and quiet location.
    • Very clean, tidy rooms, comfy bed, quiet despite being near main road. Easy check in and out, restaurant onsite. Heated swimming pool, parking available. Close to city and hospital
    • Awesome facilities

    Cons -

    • The shower was difficult to use.
    • WiFi connection wasn't brilliant
    • Check out was at 10 and the room service started knocking the door at sharp 10. We were ready to leave but it was upsetting
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    9LanaPosted on: 2-19-2026

    Comfy bed and quiet location.

    The shower was difficult to use.

    9WendyPosted on: 2-18-2026

    Very clean, tidy rooms, comfy bed, quiet despite being near main road. Easy check in and out, restaurant onsite. Heated swimming pool, parking available. Close to city and hospital

    WiFi connection wasn't brilliant

    10SwetaPosted on: 2-18-2026

    Awesome facilities

    Check out was at 10 and the room service started knocking the door at sharp 10. We were ready to leave but it was upsetting

    10NeilPosted on: 2-17-2026

    Nice bar and restaurant, good little pool. Laundry facilities. Room comfortable and clean.

    Only 12 channels on tv

    9AmandaPosted on: 2-15-2026

    Always great at hotel Nelson. We always stay here when in Nelson. Loved our apartment this stay and right next to the pool.

    Only one suggestion. Fans for the room as the aircon didn’t quite cool the room down. And it was very warm

    7SilvaPosted on: 2-14-2026

    I really liked the hotel. The location was great, the staff was polite and helpful, and the pool area was very nice with comfortably warm water. The rooms were clean and the towels fresh. Overall, I had a good experience.

    The first time I stayed, I had to ask for my room to be cleaned even though the cleaning tag was on, and they didn’t vacuum the floor. The second time, they cleaned but still didn’t vacuum. Also, I have some difficulty sleeping, and the small streets in the hotel leading to the pool and reception are very bright. The curtains don’t block enough light, so it can be hard to sleep for light-sensitive people.

    8CPosted on: 2-13-2026

    Good facilities great location

    Took a while to check in - no one available - busy

    8HeatherPosted on: 2-11-2026

    The room was very hot at night. Couldn't get air conditioning to work.

    More air flow into room

    3JohnPosted on: 2-10-2026

    Disappointed

    Asked for disability unit, didn't get one. Parking SUV to small and not beside unit. Fridge too close to access door.Bathroom window opened to see into restraurant. Smokers ashtray beside gas bottles H&S issue. Flag pole clips rattle on pole, Not tied down tight

    10JanisPosted on: 2-10-2026

    Very clean and comfortable room, with plenty of space. Enjoyed dinner in the restaurant too.

    9DenisePosted on: 2-9-2026

    Comfortable room. Loved the pool

    A bit of traffic noise on Monday morning woke us up. ( our room was near the road)Foam squabs on the sun loungers by the pool would have made my afternoons by the pool more comfortable

    6KayPosted on: 2-8-2026

    Room clean, bed comfortable, shower good. Restaurant staff pleasant.

    I was there for 10 days. There was confusion over breakfast times. The first Sunday, I was turned away at 7am and told individual guests were not permitted till 7:30. The breakfast vouchers stated weekend start times were 7am. I think greater care could have been made in informing guests about variation in start times and whether buffet is happening or not (it seems only when tour groups are there). A written notice on the reception desk about Waitangi Day is not guaranteed to reach every guest. It is classed as a four-star hotel but the tired and beaten decor makes it feel more like a motel, without kitchen facilities. No lifts in the two-story sections made it difficult for elderly guests and luggage. Or was there a lift I didn't know about? At checkout, I was not asked anything - there was no interest in how my stay had been. These are minor quibbles, but you did ask.

    7IanPosted on: 2-3-2026

    Comfortable beds but not lots of room

    There was a patio but our view was a brick wall and a propane gas cylinder - not impressed both from aesthetics and safety point of view!!

    9CharlottePosted on: 2-2-2026

    Location was excellent and a short walk into the centre. Heaps of parking. Clean and tidy, beds were very comfortable. Loved the little seats outside on the balcony where you could enjoy a drink and watch the sunset.

    8PaulPosted on: 2-1-2026

    Nice walk into town, tidy rooms. Nice view when upstairs.

    9JanePosted on: 2-1-2026

    Very close to hospital, comfortable, clean, spacious

    A bit of confusion around checkin

    10FreewayPosted on: 2-1-2026

    Great weekend, clean, spacious one-bedroom apartment with a spa tub, friendly staff, and a handy location. Loved the on-site restaurant and pool. Would definitely stay again.

    The only downside was the limited TV channels and not being able to access YouTube on the TV.

    9PaulPosted on: 1-31-2026

    Manager Phillip was wonderful. With our difficulty with the plumbing in our original room, he helped transfer us to an upgraded room. No fuss or bother..Thank you, Phillip, for your outstanding service.

    Nothing after initial problems

    9JuliettePosted on: 1-31-2026

    Pool was great. Nice to have the balcony to sit out on too.

    The bathroom was a bit 'tired' although fully functional.

    6AnnettePosted on: 1-29-2026

    The staff were friendly

    This place is called a Hotel, and is advertised as such. It is definitely a Motel.Breakfast was via vouchers.,with a limited value, Not a hotel buffet.Originally had 1 window with a view of a fence Moved to a 2nd floor room with pool view, that was much better, but no longer had a spa bath.Overall, lovely people, but definitely over priced motel, pretending to be a hotel.Was disappointed

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Swimming & Soaking

    • Swimming Pool
    • Fence around pool
    • Heated pool
    • Kids' pool
    • Outdoor pool
    • Pool cover

    Food & Drinks

    • Restaurant

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Free Parking
    • Accessible parking

    Accessibility

    • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests available

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    Business facilities

    • Business Center

    General

    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 2:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 10:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    ParkingFree parking is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 2 can stay with cot, subject to additional charges. Children of age 0 and above can stay with extra bed, subject to additional charges.
    PetsPets are not allowed.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with Visa and master Card, and 4% for American Express. If you do not have a credit card as security against the room a $200 bond will be required. Please note for bookings of 4 or more rooms, different policies and procedures may apply. For further information please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Location

    The Hotel Nelson

    40 Waimea Road, Nelson

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