Wakatu
Nelson
Popular places to visit
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Christ Church Cathedral
After visiting Christ Church Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Founders Heritage Park
Enjoy a fun-filled day at Founders Heritage Park during your visit to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Nelson Hospital
Though Nelson Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Nelson while you are here.
Centre of New Zealand Monument
You can find out about the history of Nelson with a trip to Centre of New Zealand Monument. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Nelson College
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Nelson College during your stay in Nelson. Visit the spas in this walkable area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Things to do
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing
$2,079
per traveler
Nelson: Helicopter Flight with Mountain Landing & Bay Views
$1,248
per traveler
Wakatu Hotel Deals
The Hotel Nelson
40 Waimea Road Nelson
$80 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
$93 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
good
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
The Beachcomber Hotel
23 Beach Road Nelson
$100 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Mar 6 to Mar 7
$116 total
Mar 6 - Mar 7
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Natureland ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (659 reviews)
Yes everything was great
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
6 Point Road Stoke Nelson South Island
$95 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$109 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Marsden Recreation Ground and Greenmeadows ...
9/10 Wonderful! (884 reviews)
Clean, neat
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Quest Nelson
108-110 Collingwood Street Nelson
$108 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Mar 6 to Mar 7
$125 total
Mar 6 - Mar 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a business center. Popular attractions Nelson Provincial ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (489 reviews)
Excellent, staff also worked with me very well long distance on change/ refund
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Tides Hotel
66 Trafalgar Street Nelson
$114 nightly
The price is $131 total per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
$131 total
Feb 27 - Feb 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Up to date rooms. Very clean and Friendly staff. But the walls are thin I could here everything all night from the corridor and the rooms either side of me very hard to sleep unfortunately
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Trafalgar Square Nelson
$151 nightly
The price is $175 total per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8
$175 total
Mar 7 - Mar 8
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (614 reviews)
Spotless rooms quietness and friendly helpful staff
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Other neighborhoods around Wakatu
Annesbrook
While visiting Annesbrook, you might make a stop by sights like World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Golf Links.
Tahunanui
Tahunanui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Natureland Zoo and Tahunanui Beach Reserve while you're in town.
Bishopdale
While there might not be top attractions in Bishopdale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Codgers Mountain Bike Park and Victory Square.
Toi Toi
Toi Toi might not have many top sights, but Victory Square and Natureland Zoo are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Enner Glynn
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Enner Glynn and surrounding area, you can visit Natureland Zoo and Tahunanui Beach Reserve.
Moana
While Moana might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Natureland Zoo and Tahunanui Beach Reserve.
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