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Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (546)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Campbell
$81 nightly
The price is $94
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Palazzo Motor Lodge
Exterior
The Marlborough

The Marlborough

The Marlborough
5.0 star property
Rapaura
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (18)
"Beautiful property in the heart of Marlborough wine country with excellent restaurant and amenities. "
United States
John
$1,243 nightly
The price is $1,431
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
The Marlborough
Studio Motel | Private kitchenette
Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park

Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park

Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (169)
"Very helpful and friendly staff!!"
United States
Jakki
Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
One Bedroom Family Apartment | Terrace/patio
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (440)
"Excellent service on checkin and checkout. Noisy area, though - lots of fireworks and outdoor partying very close by."
Canada
Steven
$95 nightly
The price is $112
Dec 27 - Dec 28
Total with taxes and fees
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge
Balcony view
Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (326)
"Great stay - would stay again!"
Australia
Laura
$113 nightly
The price is $132
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Century Park Motor Lodge
Front of property - evening/night
Gladstone Motel Nelson

Gladstone Motel Nelson

Gladstone Motel Nelson
4.5 star property
Richmond
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (108)
"Stay was good thank you "
Australia
Matt
$107 nightly
The price is $123
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Gladstone Motel Nelson
Front of property
Admirals Motor Inn

Admirals Motor Inn

Admirals Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (340)
"Staff are always friendly and happy. Room is well present with great space to relax in."
Australia
Brendon
$100 nightly
The price is $115
Dec 27 - Dec 28
Total with taxes and fees
Admirals Motor Inn
Outdoor pool
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
The Wood
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1389)
"Beautiful room - clean, quiet and modern. Great location."
Australia
Belle
$96 nightly
The price is $110
Dec 27 - Dec 28
Total with taxes and fees
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Seasonal outdoor pool, a heated pool, sun loungers
The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"good vale hotel , nice and clean , well kept hotel"
United States
Anil
$94 nightly
The price is $110
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
The Hotel Nelson
Bar (on property)
Harbourside Lodge

Harbourside Lodge

Harbourside Lodge
4.0 star property
Port Nelson
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (616)
"such lovely hosts and a cute and quiet little hotel. We slept with the door open both nights and drove to Milford sound one day. So close to the lake and town. Would definitely recommend"
United States
hollis
$105 nightly
The price is $120
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Harbourside Lodge
Manor Villa | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Vintners Retreat

Vintners Retreat

Vintners Retreat
5.0 star property
Rapaura
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (113)
"The on-site manager was extremely helpful, and the house itself was comfortable with everything you could possibly need, a real home from home in a beautiful location."
United Kingdom
Wendy
$296 nightly
The price is $344
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Vintners Retreat
Outdoor pool
Palms Motel

Palms Motel

Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (313)
"Comfortable stay, very close walk to the town center."
New Zealand
Jayde
$158 nightly
The price is $184
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Palms Motel
Front of property
Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (467)
"Room was spotless and well situated for day trips from Nelson"
Canada
David
$103 nightly
The price is $119
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Total with taxes and fees
Quest Nelson
Balcony
AAA Marlin Motel

AAA Marlin Motel

AAA Marlin Motel
2.5 star property
Picton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (285)
"Friendly reception person Provided a coffee maker for our room"
United States
Noreen
$72 nightly
The price is $84
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
AAA Marlin Motel
Deluxe King or Twin Studio | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Queen Street Studios

Queen Street Studios

Queen Street Studios
3.0 star property
Richmond
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (81)
"Convenient and nice apartments! "
United States
Max
$104 nightly
The price is $121
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Queen Street Studios
Exclusive House | Terrace/patio
Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts

Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts

Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts
3.5 star property
Appleby
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (56)
"Love that it's pet friendly and rural. Could do with a curtain over the window above the TV.... The fresh bread was divine"
Australia
Eve
$109 nightly
The price is $127
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts
One Bedroom Executive | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
Parkside Motel

Parkside Motel

Parkside Motel
3.5 star property
Richmond
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (122)
"Great friendly staff, fantastic spacious room, outdoor area great for the kids."
Australia
Matt
$126 nightly
The price is $145
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Parkside Motel
Front of property
Sennen House

Sennen House

Sennen House
4.0 star property
Picton
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (91)
"Very friendly owners and a beautiful, clean property. The breakfast was a nice touch as well. Would highly recommend to anyone staying in Picton!"
United States
Ryan
$141 nightly
The price is $164
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Sennen House
Crow's Nest | View from room
The Wheelhouse Inn

The Wheelhouse Inn

The Wheelhouse Inn
3.5 star property
Britannia Heights
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (227)
"A beautiful spot, with very helpful hosts – highly recommended! "
Australia
Huw
$176 nightly
The price is $202
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
The Wheelhouse Inn
Standard Cabin, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi
Picton Campervan Park

Picton Campervan Park

Picton Campervan Park
4.5 star property
Picton
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (125)
"Perfect for a nap before getting on the early 2.3 ferry"
Australia
Kim
$67 nightly
The price is $78
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Picton Campervan Park
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Vacation Rentals in Top of the South

Aparthotel
Luxury Spa Studio | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Avalon Manor Motel

Avalon Manor Motel

Avalon Manor Motel
4.0 star property
Motueka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (205)
"The family that runs the motel does a great job."
Avalon Manor Motel
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Stay near popular South Island attractions

Picton Harbour

4.5/5 (816 reviews)
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.
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Trafalgar Park

4.4/5 (267 reviews)
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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Parks, wineries, and sights from Centre of New Zealand Monument to Trafalgar Park—discover it all in Top of the South.

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Top Top of the South Hotel Reviews

The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson

10/10 Excellent
"Good facilities and amenities."
Yasuhiro 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Hotel Nelson

More cheap stays in Top of the South

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

3a Nelson Square Picton
$37 nightly
The price is $43 total per night from Jan 9 to Jan 10
$43 total
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (355 reviews)

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