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The Hotel Nelson

★★★★ 40 Waimea Road, Nelson, NZ

8.8 guest rating· 2613 reviews

About this hotel

Luxurious Accommodation

The Hotel Nelson offers 76 studios and spacious apartments, each equipped with modern amenities including flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, and tea/coffee facilities. Some apartments even feature fully equipped kitchens and spa baths for ultimate relaxation.

Dining Excellence

Flames on 40 Restaurant & Bar serves up delicious modern New Zealand cuisine using locally sourced produce. Guests can enjoy breakfast and dinner daily, with the option of convenient room service available for a relaxing dining experience.

Prime Location

Conveniently located in Nelson City Centre, our 4-star Qualmark rated property is within walking distance of popular attractions such as Nelson Saturday Market and Tahunanui Beach. Explore the vibrant city and nearby landmarks during your stay at The Hotel Nelson.

Book your stay now and experience the perfect blend of luxury, convenience, and top-notch service!

Rooms & rates

Three-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 6 · 70 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

Superior Double Studio

Sleeps 3 · 28 m² · 2× Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Superior Room

Sleeps 2 · 28 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Sleeps 3 · 28 m² · 2× Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

Studio with Spa Bath

Sleeps 2 · 30 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Compact Studio

Sleeps 2 · 20 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Superior Studio Queen Twin

Sleeps 3 · 28 m² · 2× Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchen

One-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 4 · 28 m² · 2× Twin bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

Two Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 4 · 55 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

Deluxe Four-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 8 · 100 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom
  • Kitchen

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Fence around pool
  • Heated pool
  • Kids' pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool - seasonal
  • Pool cover
  • Swimming pool
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Snack bar
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  • Air conditioning
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Tour desk
  • Business center
  • Room service
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Access to health care professionals
  • BBQ facilities
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Concierge service
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Designated smoking area
  • Dry cleaning
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Key access
  • Kid meals
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Packed lunches
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shallow end
  • Smoke alarms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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40 Waimea Road, Nelson, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say8.82613 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Convenient locationNoise from other guestsBad smell in some rooms
Cleanliness8.5
Service9.5
Location9.5
Room Quality8.5
Amenities9.0
Value for Money8.5

Great if the heat pump was fixed

5.0

Meals very good

Unit 50 heat pump only blew cold air was like a fridge inside

Lyndsay · NZ · 2026-07-22

Guest review

7.0

Nothing

Lolesi · NZ · 2026-07-22

Great place to stay

9.0

Excellent accomodation, my Nelson choice of stays. Great friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable beds and clean spacious rooms. Very good on site restaurant and bar.

Vicki · NZ · 2026-07-20

Good to know

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.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for NZD 20 per person per night when using an available cot.

People no matter the age stay for NZD 35 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.