Top of the South

Travel Guide

Top of the South
Picton Harbour which includes mountains, a ferry and a marina
Picton Harbour which includes boating, a bay or harbor and night scenes
Top of the South
Top of the South

Where to stay in Top of the South

Nelson - Tasman which includes rainforest

Nelson City Centre

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Provincial Museum and Christ Church Cathedral.

Nelson City Centre
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Stoke

4/5(2 area reviews)

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

Stoke
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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.

Tahunanui
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Waikawa

Travellers like the mountain views in Waikawa, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Waikawa
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Maitai

If you're spending some time in Maitai, Centre of New Zealand Monument and Waahi Taakaro Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Maitai
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Nelson South

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

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.

Nelson South
The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson

3 out of 5
40 Waimea Road, Nelson
The price is RM243 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
RM243
RM279 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star 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! (1,001 reviews)
"Convenient"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

The Hotel Nelson
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets, Blenheim
The price is RM291 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
RM291
RM335 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Blenheim. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel

4.5 out of 5
30 Waikawa Road, Picton
The price is RM328 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
RM328
RM377 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star motel in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (972 reviews)
"We had such a lovely stay, despite getting in really late due to a cancelled ferry. Staff were nice, the bed was so comfy and the views over the harbour and town were amazing. We will definitely be staying again!"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Harbour View Motel
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Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson

3.5 out of 5
108-110 Collingwood Street, Nelson
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a business center. Popular attractions Nelson Provincial ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (446 reviews)
"Refurbished to a good standard with some nice design touches. Clean, great staff and very central. Lack of car parking wasn't communicated well as I booked through Expedia - you need to book a car park. Saying that the staff were very good at offering alternatives. Well set out room, decent kitchen ..."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Quest Nelson
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

5 out of 5
43-55 Trafalgar Street, Nelson
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson

4 out of 5
71 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson
Stay at this 4-star golf aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Paddy's Knob Reserve and Burrell Park ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (217 reviews)
"Not only outstanding rooms, but you can't beat service with a smile!"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Beaches Nelson
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Popular places to visit

Picton Ferry Terminal

Picton Ferry Terminal

4/5(31 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Picton Ferry Terminal. You'll find more to see and do in this quaint area.

Picton Ferry Terminal
Picton Harbour which includes boating, a bay or harbor and night scenes

Picton Harbour

4.5/5(28 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.

Picton Harbour
Christ Church Cathedral

Christ Church Cathedral

4.5/5(9 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Nelson with a stop at Christ Church Cathedral. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Christ Church Cathedral

Trafalgar Park

4/5(3 reviews)

Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Trafalgar Park

Cloudy Bay Vineyards

4/5(9 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Cloudy Bay Vineyards during your travels to Rapaura. While you're here, you can savour the wineries.

Cloudy Bay Vineyards

Nelson Hospital

4/5(1 review)

If Nelson Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Nelson.

Nelson Hospital
Blenheim

Blenheim

Nelson - Tasman which includes rainforest

Nelson

Picton Harbour which includes a coastal town, a bay or harbor and a marina

Picton

Photo by Tifaine Caumont

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