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Tonight
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Tomorrow
8 Aug - 9 Aug
This weekend
7 Aug - 9 Aug
Next weekend
14 Aug - 16 Aug

Our top choices for Nelson luxury hotels

Breakfast and dinner served
Exterior
Reception
Bar (on property)

1. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Nelson City Centre
  • Sophisticated Nelson hotel offers luxury, comfort, seasonal pool, sauna, and 24-hour room service.
RM503
RM578 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Exterior
Exterior
View from room
Interior detail

2. Harbourside Lodge

Harbourside Lodge
Port Nelson
RM400
RM460 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Harbourside Lodge
Food and drink
Front of property – evening/night
Porch
Living area

3. The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson
The Wood
  • Relax in luxury at this Mediterranean guesthouse offering pillowtop beds, private furnished balconies, and immaculate rooms in Nelson.
RM412
RM474 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
The Sails Nelson
Exterior
Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, desk, laptop workspace
Property entrance
Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, desk, laptop workspace

4. Saxton Lodge

Saxton Lodge
Stoke
  • Modern luxury with memory foam beds, rainfall showers, and garden views in eco-certified Stoke motel near local attractions.
RM405
RM466 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Saxton Lodge
Outdoor pool
Property entrance
Fridge, microwave, electric kettle
In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

5. Palms Motel

Palms Motel
Nelson City Centre
RM339
RM390 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Palms Motel
Beach nearby, beach towels, rowing
Private kitchen
Exterior
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

6. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
Tahunanui
RM347
RM399 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Beaches Nelson
Exterior
View from room
In-room dining
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

7. Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
The Wood
  • Indulge in riverside luxury with a boutique stay offering outdoor pool, gourmet dining, and complimentary bicycles in central Nelson.
RM251
RM289 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Tides Hotel
Balcony view
Property entrance
Private kitchen
Living area

8. Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge
Nelson City Centre
  • Indulge in stylish comfort at this Nelson City Centre luxury lodge with private furnished balconies and designer amenities.
RM279
RM321 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Century Park Motor Lodge
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
View from room
Reception
Living area

9. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
Nelson City Centre
  • Discover luxury lodging in the heart of Nelson city centre with premium bedding, private kitchens, and easy access to local attractions.
RM273
RM314 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Palazzo Motor Lodge
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Dining
Garden
Front of property

10. The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Nelson
RM319
RM367 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel
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Top Nelson Hotel Reviews

Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson

10/10 Excellent
"Ease , location great ammenities"
Jason 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel

8/10 Good
"Clean"
Kimbal 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Tides Hotel
The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay. Central, friendly, excellent room and shower. Definitely stay there next time I'm Nelson."
Tim 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Sails Nelson
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Great property"
Damian 1-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
The Wheelhouse Inn

The Wheelhouse Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay. Only challenge was the steep driveway!"
Catherine 1-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
The Wheelhouse Inn

Frequently asked questions

Are you searching for the perfect hotel for your luxury holiday in Nelson?
Fly into Nelson (NSN) Airport or Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) Airport, and then pamper yourself by staying at one of 7 Nelson luxury hotels. During your visit, you might want to enjoy the beaches and shopping which Nelson is known for.
What's the best high-end hotel in Nelson?
Tides Hotel is a luxury hotel with a seasonal outdoor pool and private balconies, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for an elegant place to stay. The Sails Nelson and Palazzo Motor Lodge are other upscale choices for your trip.
How many luxury hotels are there in Nelson?
Lie in the lap of luxury during your getaway to Nelson in one of Expedia's 7 luxury hotels.
When can I expect good weather in Nelson?
Planning for the weather is a good way to make your trip to Nelson relaxing and enjoyable, especially when you're splurging. The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 8°C. Average annual precipitation for Nelson is 1538 mm.
What's there to see and do in Nelson?
Enjoy Nelson and visit Nelson Market, Trafalgar Park and Nelson Provincial Museum. If you have a little extra time during your trip, you might want to make a stop at Centre of New Zealand Monument and Founders Heritage Park.

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