The Sails Nelson

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Luxury
5.0 star property
10

Exceptional

Central oasis in Nelson

Immaculate kitchenettes with dishwashers and fresh milk daily. After exploring the nearby town center, retreat to your pillowtop bed with premium linens. Corner spa baths offer perfect relaxation after adventuring through Abel Tasman National Park.

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Room options

View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom

A neatly made bed with a patterned throw, a wall-mounted lamp, and a decorative wall piece.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A neatly made bed with white and patterned pillows, a textured throw blanket, and a decorative lamp on a bedside table.

Executive Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

A modern hotel room with a large bed, dark curtains, a wall-mounted lamp, and a patterned wall.

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Studio Suite

A neatly made bed with white and patterned pillows, a black headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Studio Suite, Jetted Tub

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Studio Suite, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Studio Suite, Accessible

A modern hotel room with a large bed, striped headboard, and a patterned wall.

Studio Suite, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet
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About the neighborhood

Located in Nelson, The Sails Nelson is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Isel Park and Kaiteriteri Beach, while Founders Heritage Park and World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at Trafalgar Park, and consider making time for Natureland Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain biking. Visit our Nelson travel guide
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Map
7 Trafalgar Street, Nelson, 7010

What's nearby

  • Trafalgar Park
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nelson Market
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Christ Church Cathedral
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Founders Heritage Park
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bobby Franks
    11 min walk
  • The Dog's Bone
    9 min walk
  • The Bridge Street Collective
    10 min walk
  • Victus Coffee & Eatery
    9 min walk
  • The Free House
    13 min walk

About this property

The Sails Nelson

  • Luxury guesthouse near Trafalgar Park
  • Located close to Nelson Market and Christ Church Cathedral, The Sails Nelson provides a grocery/convenience store, a terrace, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • Express check-out, express check-in, and tour/ticket assistance
    • A front-desk safe, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at The Sails Nelson include thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
    • 65-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
    • Furnished balconies or patios, kitchens, and refrigerators

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Sails Nelson pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sails Nelson?

As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sails Nelson on Oct 26, 2026 start from $106, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sails Nelson?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sails Nelson?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 30 (subject to availability).

Where is The Sails Nelson located?

Located in The Wood, this luxury guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Trafalgar Park, Nelson Market, and Christ Church Cathedral. Founders Heritage Park and Natureland Zoo are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Sails Nelson Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.8

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 692 out of 753 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 753 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 753 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 753 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 753 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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good location, helpful staff. Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Owner very helpful and friendly on arrival,
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had a 12 day stay while attending a conference in Nelson and really enjoyed the Sails. The staff was great, even helping us locate my wife's lost nickers which were accidentally taken out with the used towels! All the conveniences of home. Also, great location for all things Nelson. Give them a try, you won't be disappointed.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, well appointed, very nice friendly and helpful staff. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay. Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Convenient location walking distance to Nelson. Very clean and wonderful staff. I would definitely book again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great spot close to town very clean and tidy woth friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

We enjoyed our stay at the sails. It was super clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff, large clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved staying here at The Sails !! Comfy bed , great shower, lots of fresh airflow , cosy as in the chilly evening, big TV with satellite viewing , good coffee with either plunger or pod, fresh milk, well stocked kitchen for in- home style cooking . Free laundry facilities . Close to cbd and pretty much everything/ everywhere you'd need . Definitely recommend to travellers wanting value for money and comfort .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay friendly people
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was beautiful and the hosts were wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful rooms, very clean and super comfortable bed with luxury bedding. The staff was amazing and made me feel very welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly and family-liked staff. Pleasant to spend time there
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Had a wonderful stay at the sails. Friendly service, clean and comfortable room with amazing loose leaf tea. Great recommendations from staff on some sight seeing adventures and great location in the city.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Our stay was incredible! The staff and accommodations are top notch! Will absolutely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great stay

Great - friendly staff, very nice room - seems new and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

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Great staff, comfy bed!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice property, helpful staff, good amenities, good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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This was honestly the best place we stayed in South Island. We stayed at places double/triple the price and this one was still the best. It was extremely clean, room extremely comfortable and spacious (the comfiest bed we have ever slept on) and the staff was extremely accommodating. Would 100% recommend this place to anyone passing through or visiting Nelson!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Spotless room great location fabulous service from Cheri. Will come Again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely clean and amazing staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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We absolutely loved our stay. Our room was perfect and the location was PERFECT. What stood out to us the most was the staff. They were so sweet and truly went above and beyond to make sure we were happy and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location, easy walk into main street. Lovely well equipped apartment. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024