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Palazzo Motor Lodge

★★★★★ 159 Rutherford Street, Nelson, NZ

9.8 guest rating· 1409 reviews

The five stars

Palazzo Motor Lodge holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.

Guests score it 9.8/10 across 1409 reviews.

About this hotel

Luxurious Accommodation with Designer Kitchenette

Experience comfort and convenience at Palazzo Motor Lodge, located just 350 metres from Nelson's vibrant CBD. Each air-conditioned apartment is equipped with double glazing, a Smart TV, and free unlimited WiFi. Indulge in a designer kitchenette complete with modern appliances like a dishwasher, microwave, and refrigerator.

Relaxing Balconies and Spa Baths

Unwind in style at Palazzo Motor Lodge with the option to choose apartments featuring a private balcony or patio. For the ultimate relaxation, select a unit with a luxurious spa bath.

Convenient Location near Attractions

Explore Nelson with ease as the lodge is a short 10-minute walk from Trafalgar Park. Additionally, Nelson Airport and the Nelson Golf Club are just a quick 15-minute drive away. Start your memorable stay by booking now!

Rooms & rates

One Bedroom Twin

Sleeps 3 · 40 m² · 2× Twin bed

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

One-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 2 · 40 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette

Executive One Bedroom

Sleeps 2 · 40 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom

Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom

Sleeps 2 · 40 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Furnished balcony or patio

Three Bedroom Spa Suite

Sleeps 6 · 80 m² · 2× Twin bed

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

One-Bedroom Apartment with Spa Bath

Sleeps 3 · 40 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette

Executive Studio

Sleeps 2 · 40 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette

Two-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 4 · 65 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette

Studio

Sleeps 2 · 26 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette

Studio with Spa Bath

Sleeps 2 · 25 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
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  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Heating
  • Invoice provided
  • Key access
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Smoke alarms
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Location

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159 Rutherford Street, Nelson, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 07:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say9.81409 reviews

+ Great location+ Friendly staff+ Clean rooms+ Excellent servicePillows too highSome road noiseLimited food and beverage options
Cleanliness9.7
Service10.0
Location10.0
Room Quality9.7
Amenities9.7
Value for Money9.7

Great, will definitely recommend this one.

8.0

Location, clean, friendly and great water pressure and bed.

Stairs to the room.

Cornel · NZ · 2026-07-25

We will be back

10.0

Nice and clean, easy walk to market and restaurants

Dean · NZ · 2026-07-23

Guest review

10.0

I loved the spa bath

Everything was fine

Ashley · NZ · 2026-07-21

Guest review

10.0

Absolutely lovely place to stay and will 100% be staying again!! ... even though I live in region it's nice to leave the house in Tasman to the older kids for night!

Jessica · NZ · 2026-07-20

Welcoming staff and lovely room

10.0

Clean rooms and very central location

Nothing

Lauren · NZ · 2026-07-19

Hotels of Earth · questions

Is Palazzo Motor Lodge really a five-star hotel?
Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Good to know

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.

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 free when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

Children from 3 years old to 17 years old stay for NZD 30 per person per night when using an existing bed.

People 2 years old and over stay for NZD 40 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.