Name: Tides Hotel
Price range: $70 total
Rating: 9

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Your Top of the South Vacation

With everything organized before you go, our Top of the South vacation packages let you focus on having fun. Famous for its distilleries and craft breweries, coastal beaches and walking trails, your only job is to kick back and enjoy every adventure that comes your way. With so much to see on a trip to Top of the South, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Kick off your journey in Nelson at Christ Church Cathedral and Richmond Mall — two popular attractions here. Another great city worthy of a spot on your itinerary is Picton. Don't miss Picton Harbour and Kenepuru Sounds. If you're ready to stop dreaming and start packing, Expedia will help turn your Top of the South vacation into reality.

Where to stay in Top of the South

Find the best Top of the South areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Top of the South

Panoramic Photo of Nelson Town Centre, the Harbour and the Coast, South Island, New Zealand

Nelson City Centre

4.5/5(24 area reviews)

Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Market and Nelson Provincial Museum.

Discover the most popular places to visit in Top of the South

Picton Harbour

Visit a floating maritime museum, board a chartered fishing boat and relax beneath the tall palms that line one of New Zealand’s most important harbours.

Te Waikoropupu Springs

Explore the great outdoors at Te Waikoropupu Springs, a lovely green space in Takaka. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Richmond Mall

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Richmond Mall during your stay in Richmond. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

Top of the South Hotel Deals

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$68 nightly

$78 total

May 17 - May 18

Total with taxes and fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)

Nice hotel. Well located in the middle of the town and a very short driving distance from the wineries.

Reviewed on May 16, 2026

The Hotel Nelson

40 Waimea Road Nelson

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$54 nightly

$63 total

Jun 4 - Jun 5

Total with taxes and fees

9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)

I always stay here when I come to Nelson. Great location for me and rooms are clean and comfy. Staff could d o with some training in friendliness….a smile costs nothing!

Reviewed on May 14, 2026

Tides Hotel

66 Trafalgar Street Nelson

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$61 nightly

$70 total

May 17 - May 18

Total with taxes and fees

9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)

Nice hotel, but noisy rooms.

Reviewed on May 16, 2026

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