5 Star Hotel

Palazzo Motor Lodge

159 Rutherford Street, Nelson, New Zealand View Map

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Just 1148 feet from Nelson's CBD and award-winning cafes, restaurants and shops, Palazzo Motor Lodge offers accommodations with air-conditioning and double glazing in all apartments. The self-catering apartments also include free unlimited WiFi, and a Smart TV. All apartments include a designer kitchenette with dishwasher, microwave and refrigerator. Most feature a balcony or patio and some apartments boast a spa bath. Palazzo Motor Lodge is a 10-minute walk from Trafalgar Park. Nelson Airport and Nelson Golf Club (Nelson Golf Links) are a 15-minute drive away.

691 Reviews

9.4Exceptional
Cleanliness
9.8
Staff
9.8
Location
9.7

What Guests Say

  • “Super clean and comfortable with thoughtful amenities like plenty of milk in recyclable bottles (so much better than those tiny plastic…”
  • “The Palazzo people were so friendly and helpful, they explained Nelson’s highlights, and stored our gear when we went mountain biking…”
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Top Amenities

  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible Rooms / Facilities
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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1 Bedroom1/4

1 Bedroom

431 sqft • 1 Sofabed, 1 King

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Bath or Shower
  • Blackout curtains
Executive Studio1/4

Executive Studio

431 sqft • 1 King

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
1 Bedroom Suite1/4

1 Bedroom Suite

431 sqft • 1 King

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Bath or Shower
  • Blackout curtains
Access Studio1/4

Access Studio

280 sqft • 1 King

  • Accessible bath/shower
  • Accessible toilet
  • Accessible vanities
  • Adapter
Studio1/4

Studio

280 sqft • 1 King

  • Air conditioning
  • Baby Cot
  • Balcony
  • Bath or Shower
Standard Studio1/4

Standard Studio

291 sqft • 1 King

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Bath or Shower
  • Blackout curtains

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    What Guests Loved

    9.4
    Exceptional

    Based on 691 reviews

    Location

    9.7

    Cleanliness

    9.8

    Staff

    9.8

    Overall Quality

    9.5

    Pros +

    • Super clean and comfortable with thoughtful amenities like plenty of milk in recyclable bottles (so much better than those tiny plastic pottles) and a little treat on arrival, and netflix (without needing to use your own account that we don't have)
    • The Palazzo people were so friendly and helpful, they explained Nelson’s highlights, and stored our gear when we went mountain biking for a few days. Rooms were comfortable and extremely clean.
    • Dynamite of a stay! The lovely owners have paid close attention to what guests need and want on their journey. Nothing was missed, including beach towels for those of us flying in. We loved our room and the location is an easy walk to downtown making walking to dinner and the movies easy!

    Cons -

    • Minor point.. 1 lilac coloured coffee pod did not fit the Breville machine properly, and so didn' t work (just fell straight through), but there was a different type provided the 2nd night that did fit.
    • Nothing!
    • I wish, this whole motel can be smoke free vape free in near future will be even better.
    Business Traveler (160)Solo Traveler (193)Traveling as Couple (780)Family with Young Children (121)Family with Teens (1)Senior Traveler (2)Group Traveler (70)Total (995)
    9KatherinePosted on: 2-16-2026

    Super clean and comfortable with thoughtful amenities like plenty of milk in recyclable bottles (so much better than those tiny plastic pottles) and a little treat on arrival, and netflix (without needing to use your own account that we don't have)

    Minor point.. 1 lilac coloured coffee pod did not fit the Breville machine properly, and so didn' t work (just fell straight through), but there was a different type provided the 2nd night that did fit.

    10JanellePosted on: 2-15-2026

    The Palazzo people were so friendly and helpful, they explained Nelson’s highlights, and stored our gear when we went mountain biking for a few days. Rooms were comfortable and extremely clean.

    10AmandaPosted on: 2-12-2026

    Dynamite of a stay! The lovely owners have paid close attention to what guests need and want on their journey. Nothing was missed, including beach towels for those of us flying in. We loved our room and the location is an easy walk to downtown making walking to dinner and the movies easy!

    10SimonPosted on: 2-10-2026

    Very well equipped. Impeccably clean. Comfortable beds ( we travel with our own pillows just in case - not needed). Charming super helpful owners who gave us great recommendations for places to eat, helped us with laundry and generally went beyond the call of duty. Superb

    10StefanPosted on: 2-6-2026

    Stayed longer in the office, because our ferry was late and gave us valuable information for trips and restaurants. Everything was perfect and friendly!

    Nothing!

    10PhilPosted on: 2-4-2026

    Great location for walking around Nelson! Our room had a refrigerator, stove, everything we could ask for! The folks who worked at the front desk couldn’t have been kinder. Everything was perfect! Very clean. Loved our stay!!

    10PhilianaPosted on: 1-26-2026

    We stayed in 104 studio unit, car park in front door, easy access ground level unit. The studio is exceptionally clean and smell fresh and nice. The refillable toiletries bottles are magnificent act of sustainable, eco-friendly. This is a place that I will stay again when I am in Nelson. Short walk to the town center and shorter walk to Maccas, even on main street, but it is not noisy at all, even in weekend nights.

    I wish, this whole motel can be smoke free vape free in near future will be even better.

    8IanPosted on: 1-25-2026

    Easy to find. Walking distance of town.Good food choices available nearby. Staff friendly and helpful and facilities good.

    Was a bit noisy with traffic noise from the main road we were next to.

    10JohnPosted on: 1-22-2026

    This motel is wothin a short walk of shops and restaurantsMax greeted us on arrival armed with a map of downtown with restaurant recommendationsRooms were spacious and comfortable

    9LeiPosted on: 1-22-2026

    Great location, close to everything. It’s only a short walk to the city centre and everything, and we really enjoyed the Saturday market—it was awesome!

    10RebeccaPosted on: 1-19-2026

    Accommodation was spotless, cosy, fresh and attention to detail. Checkin process smoth and a wow factor when you opened your door from a makeup mirror to phone charger and even eat plugs to drown the noise of a snoring partner ?

    Could have stayed longer

    10ClairePosted on: 1-18-2026

    Such a nice welcome on arrival, close to town with some great food and drink tips on checkin. The room was great with every thing you could need and such comfy beds.

    10LeannePosted on: 1-18-2026

    Owners were very welcoming. We had four mountain bikes that we stored in their lock up garage. They were more than happy to give us the garage remote so we could have access to these early in the morning.

    10DePosted on: 1-18-2026

    The room was excellent with everything that we needed plus the hosts were excellent with information about bars , resturants & sight seeing very helpful & they also gave us maps with all the places to see in the surrounding districts very helpful for someone who is visiting & does not know the area

    The Weather but that was out of their hands

    9EdwardPosted on: 1-16-2026

    Would recommend the Motel, as it is fully renovated and very clean. Parking is free.

    When you arrive, if you are walking into town, leave your car at the Motel as there is limited parking spaces, so you can keep you spot.

    9CooperPosted on: 1-15-2026

    The place was immaculate

    Everything, close to shops, clean, comfortable and reasonable price

    10KimberliePosted on: 1-14-2026

    Excellent room and in room facilities. Lovely hosts. Easy to walk into town

    10KerriePosted on: 1-13-2026

    Lovely rooms and service. Beds great.

    10JosephaPosted on: 1-13-2026

    Great location, lovely staff, good size rooms

    10DavidPosted on: 1-9-2026

    The management were very pleasant and provided excellent service. Made our return visit to the hotel after 15 years a real joy.

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    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Free Parking
    • Accessible parking

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Daily disinfection

    Accessibility

    • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests available

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    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

    Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card. After 10pm, only registered guests are allowed on the property. Guests arriving outside reception opening hours must make prior arrangements with the motel. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation. You must show a valid credit card upon check in. This credit card must be in the same name as the guest's name on the booking confirmation. Please note that the room colors may differ from what is displayed in the photos. Please noted that Gang patches and Insignia prohibited The setting up pf a business or selling of any items is prohibited. Guests under the age of 20 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.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. 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. A damage deposit of NZD 250.0 is required at checkin. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on checkout via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Location

    Palazzo Motor Lodge

    159 Rutherford Street, Nelson

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