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Admirals Motor Inn

3.5 star property

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels, TV
Standard Studio | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard Studio | Garden

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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26 Waimea Road, Nelson, 7010
  • Place, Nelson College
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Christ Church Cathedral
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Nelson Market
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a nightstand, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • City view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Basic Studio | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Apartment | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Studio, 1 Bedroom | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Studio, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Admirals Motor Inn

This hotel features laundry facilities, free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas.
Admirals Motor Inn offers 22 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3.5-star hotel has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Admirals Motor Inn. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Fairfield Park. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus laundry facilities.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Services include luggage storage
  • Steps from Fairfield Park and 6 minutes on foot from Nelson College
Admirals Motor Inn offers its guests laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Nelson hotel.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out fee: NZD 30.00

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 8:30 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 8:30 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: NZD 30.00
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property's front desk is open during the following times:
  • Monday - Friday: 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

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Admirals Motor
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Admirals Motor Inn Hotel Nelson

Admirals Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 220 out of 365 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 118 out of 365 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 365 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 365 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 365 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emma

Great stay, very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was good, clean relatively quiet and nice warm welcome from the host
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great place to stay. The team are fantastic. Couldn’t ask for a better team that make you feel welcome
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great room, friendly welcome, close to everything you could possibly want to see or do. Would recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room and very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large rooms and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Liked: Amenities
Awesome place to stay. Staff are amazing and helped me out for a last minute work trip. Will be back for sure
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda and John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very hospitable and helpful. Good room high standards.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Jacqui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice man on reception, very helpful. Reasonably close to town. Could do with air conditioning in summer.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, easy experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are always friendly and happy. Room is well present with great space to relax in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place. Friendly staff. Will be back for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our room with a beautiful view of the park. The motel was easy walking distance to the central city and restaurants. The owner of the motel was friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Friendly staff, well presented rooms. Looking forward to my next trip there. Will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Samik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay, great hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Handy central location recently refurbished spotlessly clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and great staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and value 🙏
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kerstin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host has been very welcoming and the room was nice and warm. Also good parking available.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to town ideal position, friendly staff and owner very friendly, we have stayed at the motel before.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, had everything we needed, good location and Fraser was lovely and super helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025