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Your Wakatu Vacation

Wakatu is calling! Whatever type of break you're organizing, you can immerse yourself in the best of this neighborhood with a Wakatu vacation package. Not sure what to do and see during your trip to Wakatu? Nearby attractions like Tahunanui Beach Reserve, Trafalgar Park and Nelson Market are great places to start. Expedia is here to help put your plans into action. Book your dream Wakatu vacation today.

The Latest Wakatu Vacation Packages

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The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

$423

per person

Sep 28 - Oct 2

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Auckland (AKL) to Nelson (NSN)

8.6/10 Excellent! (131 reviews)

Great spot for our overnight stay. Easy walk to restaurants & supermarket

Reviewed on May 23, 2026

The Waters

$868

per person

Sep 28 - Oct 2

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Auckland (AKL) to Nelson (NSN)

9.8/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)

Yes and Lou & Adin mdenus feel right at home

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Nelson City Centre

$527

per person

Sep 28 - Oct 2

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Auckland (AKL) to Nelson (NSN)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (459 reviews)

I just stayed here one night on my way from Picton to Franz Joseph. 2 hour car ride from the Ferry. My ferry was late so the staff made arrangements for me get my key as I arrived after hours. Electric blanket was a nice touch.

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2026

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

$452

per person

Sep 28 - Oct 2

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Auckland (AKL) to Nelson (NSN)

9/10 Wonderful! (903 reviews)

Harbourside Lodge

Port Nelson

$531

per person

Sep 28 - Oct 2

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Auckland (AKL) to Nelson (NSN)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (688 reviews)

Where to stay in Wakatu

Find the best Wakatu areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Wakatu

A coastal town with a view of the ocean and mountains in the background.

Nelson City Centre

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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

A coastal town with houses on a hillside, a road with vehicles, and a large mountain in the background.

Tahunanui

Tahunanui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Natureland Zoo while you're in town.

A beach with a sandy shore, calm water, and a small island with trees.

Stoke

Stoke is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like McCashin's Brewery and Marsden Recreation Ground.

Nelson South

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Unique features of Nelson South include the spas and restaurants. Make a stop by Fairfield Park or Victory Square while you're exploring the area.

Toi Toi

Toi Toi might not have many top sights, but Nelson Market and Tahunanui Beach Reserve are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Wakatu Hotel Deals

The Hotel Nelson

40 Waimea Road Nelson

$52 nightly

$61 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Total with taxes and fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)

"While the property is well presented and the rooms and housekeeping very good, the same cannot be said about the staff. The front desk reception staff member spent over 10 minutes on a phone call before acknowledging my presence (and another guest checking in at the same time) and providing the room ..."

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2026

Tides Hotel

66 Trafalgar Street Nelson

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$57 nightly

$66 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Total with taxes and fees

9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)

"Locality"

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2026

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

43-55 Trafalgar Street Nelson

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$62 nightly

$72 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Total with taxes and fees

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,426 reviews)

"This was an amazing place to stay. Walkable to town, friendly staff, parking, mini kitchen, in room laundry, pool, clean. Great value. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2026

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