Wakatu
Nelson
Popular places to visit
Trafalgar Park
4.5/5(19 reviews)
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Founders Heritage Park
4.5/5(6 reviews)
Enjoy a fun-filled day at Founders Heritage Park during your visit to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Christ Church Cathedral
4.5/5(14 reviews)
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.
Nelson Hospital
4.5/5(5 reviews)
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.
Queens Gardens
4.5/5(13 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Queens Gardens, a lovely green space in Nelson. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.
Nelson College
3.5/5(2 reviews)
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
$1,984
per traveler
Nelson: Helicopter Flight with Mountain Landing & Bay Views
$1,191
per traveler
Wakatu Hotel Deals
The Hotel Nelson
40 Waimea Road Nelson
$80 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$93 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
The room was spotless and the facilities were great.
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
Quest Nelson
108-110 Collingwood Street Nelson
$93 nightly
The price is $108 total per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
$108 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
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! (478 reviews)
We had an unexpected late check in and early go and couldn’t have been more helpful with everything!
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
The Beachcomber Hotel
23 Beach Road Nelson
$99 nightly
The price is $115 total per night from Feb 6 to Feb 7
$115 total
Feb 6 - Feb 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! (654 reviews)
Fantastic place to stay, bigger complex than we thought. Room was nice, staff were pleasant. Couple of pubs and a nice cafe basically all next door. Would stay again!
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026
Tides Hotel
66 Trafalgar Street Nelson
$96 nightly
The price is $111 total per night from Feb 6 to Feb 7
$111 total
Feb 6 - Feb 7
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (995 reviews)
It was a funky and fun room. Happy hour was a nice surprise. But when it says thay we had a private hot tub. There was not one. Disappointed!
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
43-55 Trafalgar Street Nelson
$119 nightly
The price is $137 total per night from Feb 7 to Feb 8
$137 total
Feb 7 - Feb 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,399 reviews)
Wonderful place. Clean and comfortable. Easy check-in. We used the washer and dryer with great satisfaction. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Trafalgar Square Nelson
$151 nightly
The price is $175 total per night from Feb 6 to Feb 7
$175 total
Feb 6 - Feb 7
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! (606 reviews)
Spotless room, very nice staff, everything nearby, perfect location for a stay in Nelson!
Reviewed on Feb 2, 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 Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Natureland Zoo 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 World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars.
Toi Toi
Toi Toi might not have many top sights, but Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Trafalgar Park 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 World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars 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 Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Natureland Zoo.
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