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The Hotel Nelson

3.0 star property

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Superior Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Seasonal outdoor pool, a heated pool, pool loungers
Reception
Bar (on property)
Executive Apartment, 4 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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40 Waimea Road, Nelson, 7010
  • Place, Nelson College
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Nelson Hospital
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Christ Church Cathedral
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, Kitchen | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, Jetted Tub

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Unit with Spa

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living area | 40-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 70 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Executive Apartment, 4 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker

Executive Apartment, 4 Bedrooms

  • 95 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 4 Single Beds

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Compact Studio | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Compact Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Hotel Nelson

Suburban hotel with seasonal outdoor pool and 24-hour front desk
This hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a conference centre, a seasonal outdoor pool and a business centre.
The Hotel Nelson offers 80 accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. 40-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Nelson hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

A children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site.

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 The Hotel Nelson. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Fairfield Park. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a restaurant are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Full breakfast served weekdays for a fee
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Nelson College and 10 minutes on foot from Nelson Hospital
The Hotel Nelson offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. A terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly The Hotel Nelson. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Nelson hotel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM.
Flames on 40 – This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Weekday full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 8 to 28 for adults and NZD 5 to 28 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Flames on 40

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Heated pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 30.0 per night.

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 8.00 to 28.00 for adults and NZD 5.00 to 28.00 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in May.
  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Quality Inn Nelson
Quality Nelson
Leisure Hotel Nelson
Hotel Nelson
The Hotel Nelson Hotel
The Hotel Nelson Nelson
The Hotel Nelson Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 577 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 314 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Belinda

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

zane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Erica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely place to stay. The wifi was intermittent and slow.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Lovely Stay, super clean and great parking. We have stayed here many times, and will continue to.AAA
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was great and allowed us to check in around 11:30pm
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

debbie

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
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Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Fasil

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

greer

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dayveen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

zane

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lack of kitchen facilities, the room had a jug and small amount of coffee and tea sachets but nowhere adequate to fill jug nicely as it was awkward to fill in bathroom sink, and no brush to clean cups for re use. Also the bath tub drain has a water backing up issue. Other than that the room was really nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raewyn and Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raewyn and Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Warwick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mel, Christchurch

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

justin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We couldnt work out how to use the heater, the buttons were broken and it looked quite old. Also there was no wifi password and reception didnt answer when i rang. The room was clean the bed was very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Theresa

Business traveller
Was a bit noisy being near the road but was the cheapest room so not really complaining
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kobus

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angus

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Apocalyptic vibe
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Anna

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025