𝗧𝗢𝗣 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 Top of the South from RM140 (2026) - Fully Refundable Options

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A wide beach with a clear sky and distant mountains.

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

A hotel room with a large bed, two black pillows, a wooden headboard, and two wall-mounted lights.

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

1. Beaches Nelson

Tahunanui

Karla

RM351

RM404 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a hillside with buildings.

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.

2. Tides Hotel

The Wood

Diane

RM249

RM287 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living area with green sofas.

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.

3. Quest Nelson

Nelson City Centre

Robyn

RM319

RM367 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 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.

4. Harbourside Nelson

Port Nelson

Alison Walter

RM234

RM269 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A brick building with a sign reading "OFFICE" above the entrance.

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

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

5. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Nelson City Centre

Sandra

RM429

RM493 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a small kitchenette, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A room with a view of a red-roofed building, a balcony with a chair, and a table with two mugs.

A hotel with a reception area, a landscaped garden with various plants and a gravel pathway, and a building with a red roof.

A compact kitchen with a built-in oven, a microwave, and a dishwasher.

6. Bella Vista Motel Nelson

Tahunanui

Ian

RM298

RM343 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 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 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.

A hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a view of the mountains, and a dining area with outdoor seating.

7. The Hotel Nelson

Nelson South

Ray

RM250

RM287 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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

A room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio with a pool and outdoor furniture.

A wall mural with a peacock and floral design.

8. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

The Wood

Nic

RM289

RM333 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

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.

A brick building with a pond in front, a wooden bridge, and a well-maintained lawn.

9. Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Nelson

Tilson

RM332

RM382 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 kitchen with a built-in microwave, coffee maker, and a sink.

A courtyard with a wooden table and chairs under a large umbrella, surrounded by a fence and a building with balconies.

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

10. Apex Motorlodge - Adults Only

Tahunanui

Jodi

RM310

RM356 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 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.

11. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Nelson City Centre

Jason

RM479

RM550 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 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 large, two-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

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

12. Admirals Motor Inn

Nelson South

Brendon

RM287

RM330 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a clock, and artwork on the walls.

A residential area with white houses, a pathway, and a neatly trimmed hedge.

A Tudor Lodge Motel with a signboard, solar panels, and a white and black exterior.

A reception desk with a 'Welcome' sign, a calendar, a framed picture of a coastal landscape, and a vase with white orchids.

13. Tudor Lodge Motel

Tahunanui

Anna

RM299

RM344 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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

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 buffet table with various food items and a milk jug.

14. The Beachcomber Hotel

Tahunanui

Anna

RM321

RM369 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 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 modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, a sink, and a dishwasher. There is a small table and chairs in the adjacent room.

A compact kitchen with a built-in sink, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

15. Queen Street Studios

Richmond

Geoff

RM404

RM465 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

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

A row of yellow buildings with balconies, a well-maintained lawn, and mature trees.

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

16. Greens Motel

Annesbrook

Mark

RM358

RM412 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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

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

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

A parking lot with several cars, including a white van with 'Petrotec' branding, and a building with a sloped roof in the background.

17. Amber Court Motel Nelson

Tahunanui

Tahlia

RM256

RM294 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A motel with a two-story structure, a driveway leading to the entrance, and a parking area.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and refrigerator. There is a dining table with chairs and a vase with flowers.

A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV stand, and a trash bin.

A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a window.

18. Arrow Motel Apartments

Tahunanui

John

RM262

RM301 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 two-story building with a balcony, a reception area, and outdoor seating.

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

19. Saxton Lodge

Stoke

Jo-Anne

RM406

RM467 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 compact room with a dining table, two chairs, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, a small side table, and a potted plant.

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

20. Arcadia Motel

Tahunanui

Beverly

RM303

RM349 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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Holiday Rentals in Top of the South

Aparthotel

Beaches Nelson

Tahunanui

"Just Wonderful"

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

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

A two-story building with balconies, large windows, and a paved courtyard.

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."

Aparthotel

A beach with clear turquoise water, people sunbathing, and a few surfers.

A balcony with a view of a beach and water, wooden furniture, and a signboard.

A modern two-story house with a balcony, located on a sandy beach with a clear sky.

A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a grey sofa, and a large window overlooking a body of water.

Kaiteriteri Reserve Apartments

Kaiteriteri

"Great beach view, clean, spacious. It was a great place to visit "

Aparthotel

A garden with hydrangea bushes in blue and purple.

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

A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a kettle. There is a dining table with a vase of flowers and a bowl of lemons. A television is visible in the background.

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

Antares Homestay

Rapaura

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

Holiday Home

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

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.

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

A beach with a natural rock arch formation.

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 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.

A modern two-story house with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

Wilkes Way Villa

Waikawa

"Very friendly, helpful hosts. "

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

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

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

A traditional yurt interior with a bed, a small table, and a wooden cabinet.

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 modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

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.

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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Parks, wineries and sights from Centre of New Zealand Monument to Nelson Market—discover it all in Top of the South.

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A calm harbor with a wooden dock leading into the water, surrounded by hills and several boats.

Top Top of the South Hotel Reviews

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

10/10 Excellent

"Large room with sofa seats large comfortable bed. Area for suitcases and large storage cupboard. Separate sink area in bedroom. Clean bathroom area"

The Hotel Nelson

8/10 Good

"Great locale"

Bridge Backpackers

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice backyard and perfect location in the town centre"

Picton Beachcomber Inn

8/10 Good

"It was so clean and tidy nice staff and easy to find also beautiful view. Parking was good"

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."

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."