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A building with the sign "QUEST" at the top, featuring multiple windows and a modern architectural design.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a large window with curtains, and a view of buildings and hills.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a washing machine, a kitchenette, and a dining area.

A modern living room with a dining table, a sofa, a green armchair, and a lamp.

1. Quest Nelson

Nelson City Centre

Robyn

RM320

RM368 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A wide beach with a clear sky and distant mountains.

A modern room with a glass table, a chair, a dining table, and a view through a window with curtains.

A modern, clean hallway with a potted plant, glass railing, and a view of the outside.

A modern, well-lit room with a blue carpet, a white sofa with black cushions, a small desk, and a chair.

2. Beaches Nelson

Tahunanui

Nic

RM352

RM404 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A balcony with a table set for breakfast, including croissants, a bottle, and a tray with a drink.

A living room with a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, a lamp, and a TV.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, a television mounted on the wall, a window with a view of greenery, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

3. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Nelson City Centre

Sandra

RM429

RM494 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.

A wall mural with a peacock and floral design.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a painting of a flamingo, and a view into the dining area.

4. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

The Wood

Nic

RM260

RM299 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.

A person dining at a table with a view of the sky and buildings.

A room with a large window overlooking a pool and greenery. There is a table and chairs outside the window.

A hotel room with a bed, a tray with breakfast items, a lamp, and a floral wall.

5. Tides Hotel

The Wood

Diane

RM250

RM287 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with numerous boats.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a microwave, and a plant.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a countertop with various food items, a red toaster, and a hanging light fixture.

A modern living room with a sofa, a small round table, and a desk with two chairs. There is a kitchen area with a microwave, a sink, and a refrigerator. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall, and a potted plant is on the desk.

6. Harbourside Nelson

Port Nelson

Alison Walter

RM265

RM304 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the city.

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a blue sofa and a small table.

A person swimming in a pool with a palm tree and buildings in the background.

7. The Hotel Nelson

Nelson South

Robbie

RM250

RM287 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A brick building with a tiled roof, a pond, and a wooden dock.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious living room with leather sofas, a stone fireplace, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A pool area with a wooden deck, rope barrier, and potted plants.

8. Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Nelson

Tilson

RM333

RM383 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of a car and a fence.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a visible toilet, and a sink.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, coffee maker, and a sink.

A pool with a pink flamingo float, surrounded by a wooden deck.

9. Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only

Tahunanui

Jodi

RM310

RM357 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A dining table set with chairs, a view of a town and hills in the background.

A swimming pool with two lounge chairs, surrounded by a metal fence and trees.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a parking area and a covered entrance.

A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

10. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Nelson City Centre

Jason

RM480

RM551 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the outside.

A poolside area with a table and chairs, a barbecue grill, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A sign for Arcadia Motel advertising amenities like fully equipped modern studio apartments, 1 & 2 bedroom apartments, free unlimited UFB WiFi, solar heated pool, guest laundry, and a guest select full package of sport and movie channels.

A compact room with a dining table, two chairs, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

11. Arcadia Motel

Tahunanui

Beverly

RM304

RM349 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A staircase with a geometric stained glass window above, wooden handrails, and potted plants on the right.

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of a grassy field, and a balcony with a railing.

A room with a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, and a balcony with a view of buildings.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

12. Admirals Motor Inn

Nelson South

Brendon

RM290

RM333 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A reception area with a counter, seating, and a sign welcoming guests to breakfast.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of a golf course, and framed pictures on the wall.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a colorful inflatable ring, and a building with large windows.

A hotel with a traditional architectural style, featuring a curved roof and multiple windows.

13. The Beachcomber Hotel

Tahunanui

Anna

RM322

RM370 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a TV.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and refrigerator. There is a dining table with two chairs.

A courtyard with a round wooden table and chairs, surrounded by a brick floor and white railings.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, a sink, and a dishwasher. There is a small table and chairs in the adjacent room.

14. Queen Street Studios

Richmond

Geoff

RM406

RM466 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, a grey sofa, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

A patio area with a table and chairs, a grill, and a well-maintained hedge.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and oven. There is a small dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in microwave, and a small refrigerator. There is a dining table with blue chairs and a vase with flowers.

15. Amber Court Motel Nelson

Tahunanui

Tahlia

RM270

RM310 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden dining table, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a black countertop, and a built-in microwave.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a small sink. There is a sofa in the adjacent living area and a door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a painting of a beach scene.

16. Greens Motel

Annesbrook

Mark

RM359

RM413 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A dining table with chairs and candles, a window with a view of a beach and ocean, and decorative lights.

A log cabin bedroom with two beds, a wardrobe, and a large window.

A house with a swimming pool, a stone exterior, and a large glass door.

A wooden cabin room with a bed, a table, and chairs. There is a large window with a view of greenery and a building.

17. Kimi Ora Eco Resort

Kaiteriteri

Rachel

RM534

RM614 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel named Saxton Lodge with a sign indicating directions to Saxton Field Sports Complex.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting.

A room with a large window, a table, chairs, and a floor lamp.

A spacious living room with a large window, a gray sofa, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.

18. Saxton Lodge

Stoke

Jo-Anne

RM407

RM468 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A breakfast tray with a croissant, fruit preserves, and two glasses of champagne on a white table in a modern hotel room with a view of a cityscape.

A modern two-story building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and a landscaped garden area.

A modern kitchen with a large window, a clock, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

19. The Sails Nelson

The Wood

Suzannah

RM393

RM452 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A modern house with a balcony, large windows, and a dining area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a balcony with a glass door.

A modern two-story building with a large entrance and a covered driveway.

A modern kitchen with a large window, a dining area, and a bedroom with a balcony.

20. Century Park Motor Lodge

Nelson City Centre

Catherine

RM376

RM432 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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Holiday Rentals in Top of the South

Aparthotel

Beaches Nelson

Tahunanui

"Spacious room with large comfortable bed"

Aparthotel

Quest Nelson

Nelson City Centre

"Great place to stay, in walking distance to the shopping centre. Jake in reception was incredible, helping us with a booking problem. He was extremely welcoming and a wonderful asset to Quest."

Aparthotel

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a bed, a kitchen area, and a dining table.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a television, and a balcony with a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, a bed with a view, and a sofa.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in microwave, and a large window offering a view of the landscape.

Avalon Manor Motel

Motueka

"Fantastic friendly host, lovely room, a great place to stay!"

Aparthotel

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

The Wood

"Our go to for Nelson breaks. Always friendly reception. All ammenities we could ask for in a brief stay. So handy to just walk into town or to dining and events in the evening."

Holiday Home

A modern living room with a glass table, a sofa, and a view of the ocean.

A cluster of modern houses with outdoor seating areas, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A beach with a natural rock arch formation.

A modern bedroom with a large window overlooking a garden and the sea, a bed, a seating area with a TV, and a small table.

Adrift In Golden Bay

Parapara

"friendly personal service, location, spotless unit"

Villa

A modern living room with a dark grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape.

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a view of a mountainous landscape through the windows.

A palm tree and a building with a statue on top.

A modern two-story house with a large front lawn, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a clear blue sky.

Wilkes Way Villa

Waikawa

"Very friendly, helpful hosts. "

Aparthotel

A garden with hydrangea bushes in blue and purple.

A well-maintained garden with a dining area featuring wicker chairs and a table set for two.

A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

A swimming pool with a person relaxing on a lounge chair.

Antares Homestay

Rapaura

"Room was adaquate, dinning was very good and the area was great for hiking and walking."

Holiday Home

A cozy, wooden cabin with a pitched roof and a glass front door.

A cabin with a sloped roof and a small porch area.

A lush garden with a variety of plants and trees, a wooden pergola, and a modern building with large windows.

A cozy attic room with a bunk bed, a small table with chairs, and a ladder.

Wetland View Park

Mangarakau

"Great base for exploring this stunning remote corner of New Zealand. "

Cabin

A reception area with a sign, a red-roofed building, and a grassy field.

A garden with red-roofed buildings, a stone sculpture, and a red metal bridge.

A kitchen with a dining table and chairs, a window with a view of a deck and trees, and a stove.

The Sandcastle

Pohara

"Incredible location and lodging! Steve was knowledgeable about the area, committed to environmental sustainability, welcoming and makes amazing pizza! Highly recommend and we will return!"

Apartment

A balcony with a view of a marina, boats, and a hilly landscape.

A bedroom with a large window offering a view of a harbor and mountains.

A table with a bottle of champagne, a glass, and food items including cheese and grapes, overlooking a marina and a town with hills in the background.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a large mirror, and a view of the sea.

Picton Waterfront Apartments

Picton

"Great accommodation in wonderful location"

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Stay near popular Top of the South attractions

Picton Harbour

9.2/10 (1,010 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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Tahunanui Beach Reserve

9.2/10 (709 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Tahunanui Beach Reserve during your travels in Nelson? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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A lake with boats, a dock, and green hills in the background.

Top Top of the South Hotel Reviews

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel and great professional staff. Located close to the centre. Excellent restaurant with good value food menus."

Scenic Hotel Marlborough

10/10 Excellent

"The room on the top floor was nice and roomy with a very good fridge and smart TV. The bathroom was quite small but it was clean and modern and the shower was power. The only complaint I have is that the bed was quite old and not the most comfortable. The receptionist was great and we enjoyed some banter with her when we checked in. Friendly staff with a sense of humor are always appreciated."

Jasmine Court Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent motel in a quiet but very convenient position to town ."

Picton Beachcomber Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, very close to the ferry terminal & marina. Clean room, comfortable beds, awesome kitchenette, parking is right in front (we stayed in ground floor unit). Will definitely stay here again in the future."

The Boathouse Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Nice spot and comfortable rooms. Everything is within comfortable walking distance. We were very well looked after and would definitely stay again when we are next through."

Edit Picton

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome place to stay. Veiws were amazing from our room. Reception staff were brilliant and very helpful."

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Exceptionally clean and well appointed , staff great , laundry in apartment great , parking was possibly inadequate as there is not many spaces ."

Harbour View Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, good size room, balcony with Harbour view."

The Sails Nelson

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, friendly staff, great location"

More cheap stays in Top of the South

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

3a Nelson Square Picton

RM122

RM141 total

4 Oct - 5 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.4/10 Very good! (384 reviews)

Bridge Backpackers

8 Bridge St Nelson Nelson

RM146

RM168 total

29 Oct - 30 Oct

includes taxes & fees

The Boathouse Lodge

9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough

RM171

RM196 total

2 Oct - 3 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (224 reviews)

Blenheim Bridges Holiday Park

78 Grove Road Blenheim

RM183

RM211 total

4 Oct - 5 Oct

includes taxes & fees

The Barn Cabins & Camp

14 Harvey Road, RD 2 Marahau

RM243

RM279 total

15 Oct - 16 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (182 reviews)

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

55, Whakarewa Street Motueka

RM235

RM316 total

12 Oct - 13 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (132 reviews)

Top of the South hotels from RM141

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Our top choices for Top of the South hotels

1. Quest Nelson

2. Beaches Nelson

3. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

4. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

5. Tides Hotel

6. Harbourside Nelson

7. The Hotel Nelson

8. Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

9. Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only

10. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

11. Arcadia Motel

12. Admirals Motor Inn

13. The Beachcomber Hotel

14. Queen Street Studios

15. Amber Court Motel Nelson

16. Greens Motel

17. Kimi Ora Eco Resort

18. Saxton Lodge

19. The Sails Nelson

20. Century Park Motor Lodge

Holiday Rentals in Top of the South

Beaches Nelson

Quest Nelson

Avalon Manor Motel

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

Adrift In Golden Bay

Wilkes Way Villa

Antares Homestay

Wetland View Park

The Sandcastle

Picton Waterfront Apartments

Stay near popular Top of the South attractions

Picton Harbour

Tahunanui Beach Reserve

Learn more about Top of the South

Top Top of the South Hotel Reviews

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Scenic Hotel Marlborough

Jasmine Court Motel

Picton Beachcomber Inn

The Boathouse Lodge

Edit Picton

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

Harbour View Motel

The Sails Nelson

More cheap stays in Top of the South

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

Bridge Backpackers

The Boathouse Lodge

Blenheim Bridges Holiday Park

The Barn Cabins & Camp

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

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