4 Stars Hotels in Nelson, New Zealand

We booked a family room with 3 bedrooms for 3 couples and 2 kids. The kitchen was quite small for a 3 bedroom family room and one of the rooms was quite small - not even enough space to open suitcases. It was cold and we found that the smallest room’s electric blanket wasn’t plugged in. To top it off there wasn’t a power outlet in the room either. Went to call reception but the phone wasn’t connected to the phone point either. Had to move the furniture to connect the phone and reception staff said the house keeping staff will look into it. I told them no one can add a power point in the room now and they said we can give you an extension cord and try and find an extra heater!!! We were traveling with parents and little kids - extension cord wasn’t an ideal solution. Went up to the reception and at one point the receptionist (who was in training) said she can give us our money back and we can leave. Where were we going to go at night with the whole family??? Eventually to resolve the issue they offered us 3 separate rooms upstairs, at least they had working heating. Next morning while trying to heat up some food, we found the microwave in one of the rooms wasn’t plugged in and there was no outlet for it either!!! Hopefully the hotel invests in making sure their appliances work and have outlets to plug them in. And provide better training to staff so they don’t put the responsibility/shift the blame on each other (reception putting it on house keeping and vice versa).

The price has the advantage of being a little cheaper than other holiday top 10, but it was a little disappointing that towels were not provided. The facilities were clean and the staff were friendly, which was nice.

I really wanted to give this place a 4 star, but the location of a wedding party opposite my room and the surprising lack of breakfast ( just a box of weetabix and some cookies) made it a little disappointing for me….. That’s a shame as the hotel/pub is a nice place., tranquil (when there is no wedding), a few meters from a great walking path along the coast towards Nelson or Richmond and with a fine pub with good food all on site. The staff are friendly, rooms are clean (if starting to look a little tired) and have most things you could need, even a spa bath! If I was here again however I would investigate the newer and better looking hotel over the road…..

We stayed here for two nights before and after walking the Abel Tasman Track. The welcome from the receptionist on the 15th March was very professional and polite. We had a King Studio on the 5th floor for our first stay which was clean and spacious. If you are short it would be difficult to reach some of the kitchen items on the top shelf. The central location was brilliant as we could walk to all the shops, galleries, gardens and cafes. Fresh Choice supermarket is just down the road. Kitchen is well-equipped. Great to have a washer/dryer to wash all tramping clothes after the walk. Our second stay was in a second floor room which did not have such a good view but was still excellent. We did not hear any other guest noise in either stay apart from occasional doors shutting. Outside noise is obliterated when the windows are closed - this noise was minimal anyway. House keeping staff were polite and friendly. Definitely recommended. The baggage storage facility was great for when we did the Abel Tasman Walk. Reception staff were very helpful. We felt very relaxed and comfortable in the apartment.

Stayed one night with 6 birth RV on grassed powered spot in Oct 2023. First off, this site is huge. The largest we stayed on in 15 days of touring South Island. That said, the facilities are clean and all work as they should. Worth noting some facility blocks are locked up in quieter times. Wifi was supplied It is right on Tahunanui Beach which is a real bonus. Take a walk out and it is huge and beautiful in a rugged desolate way. Huge driftwood scatters the sand. The sea was dramatic the day we went and all the better for it. We had a space overlooking it and it was a joy to wake up to. Check in was easy and the map very clear. Worth noting this as it is like entering a small village. If you are staying in Nelson then you could do a lot worse.

Very friendly staff. I loved the marina being right there, and the fact that it is accessible to the public. Will come again.

Great location, Staff were lovely, place was dated but tidy. Dinner Restaurant is still closed due to covid. The main reason for the down review is I had booked with a voucher for the first night that included breakfast. I asked for 2 more nights and expected breakfast. When I checked in, I validated it was but when we checked out was told not the case so we paid $69 (2 pax) per day for an avg breakfast that had we known we would have gone elsewhere and paid less. Mgr on duty would not budge or even apologise. Disappointed as I would have rated much higher

Great location ,very clean and tastefully fitted very friendly and professional staff, also nice to see is a big tv screen very rarely seen at other places we stayed Especially watching a live game of rugby( all blacks beating the boks) Very comfortable beds great linen and pillows we stayed in a twin poolside room with spabath and 2 double beds Highly recommended and at a great rate We looking forward staying here again

We booked a family room with 3 bedrooms for 3 couples and 2 kids. The kitchen was quite small for a 3 bedroom family room and one of the rooms was quite small - not even enough space to open suitcases. It was cold and we found that the smallest room’s electric blanket wasn’t plugged in. To top it off there wasn’t a power outlet in the room either. Went to call reception but the phone wasn’t connected to the phone point either. Had to move the furniture to connect the phone and reception staff said the house keeping staff will look into it. I told them no one can add a power point in the room now and they said we can give you an extension cord and try and find an extra heater!!! We were traveling with parents and little kids - extension cord wasn’t an ideal solution. Went up to the reception and at one point the receptionist (who was in training) said she can give us our money back and we can leave. Where were we going to go at night with the whole family??? Eventually to resolve the issue they offered us 3 separate rooms upstairs, at least they had working heating. Next morning while trying to heat up some food, we found the microwave in one of the rooms wasn’t plugged in and there was no outlet for it either!!! Hopefully the hotel invests in making sure their appliances work and have outlets to plug them in. And provide better training to staff so they don’t put the responsibility/shift the blame on each other (reception putting it on house keeping and vice versa).

The price has the advantage of being a little cheaper than other holiday top 10, but it was a little disappointing that towels were not provided. The facilities were clean and the staff were friendly, which was nice.

I really wanted to give this place a 4 star, but the location of a wedding party opposite my room and the surprising lack of breakfast ( just a box of weetabix and some cookies) made it a little disappointing for me….. That’s a shame as the hotel/pub is a nice place., tranquil (when there is no wedding), a few meters from a great walking path along the coast towards Nelson or Richmond and with a fine pub with good food all on site. The staff are friendly, rooms are clean (if starting to look a little tired) and have most things you could need, even a spa bath! If I was here again however I would investigate the newer and better looking hotel over the road…..

Great location ,very clean and tastefully fitted very friendly and professional staff, also nice to see is a big tv screen very rarely seen at other places we stayed Especially watching a live game of rugby( all blacks beating the boks) Very comfortable beds great linen and pillows we stayed in a twin poolside room with spabath and 2 double beds Highly recommended and at a great rate We looking forward staying here again

Excellent service right from booking to stay. We had a family group of seven adults and Robyn organised two side by side units which perfectly suited our situation. All admin staff very friendly and helpful. The units were extremely clean and well appointed for our needs. With a supermarket across the road and a walk of ten minutes into town this was a great position. Highly recommend and would definitely stay again.

Very clean motels, located within easy walking distance to the beach, shops, plus many food outlets. The hosts are incredibly friendly and obliging - our team made very good use of the heated swimming pool, plus the bbq facilities. We have stayed here many times and have never been disappointed.

The team at saxton went above and beyond to help us when stranded in Nelson due to having to isolate and having nowhere else to go. They were super supportive and personally checked in on us to make sure we were ok and had everything we needed. The room and facilities were clean, tidy and well appointed. I would absolutely recommend

We stayed here for two nights before and after walking the Abel Tasman Track. The welcome from the receptionist on the 15th March was very professional and polite. We had a King Studio on the 5th floor for our first stay which was clean and spacious. If you are short it would be difficult to reach some of the kitchen items on the top shelf. The central location was brilliant as we could walk to all the shops, galleries, gardens and cafes. Fresh Choice supermarket is just down the road. Kitchen is well-equipped. Great to have a washer/dryer to wash all tramping clothes after the walk. Our second stay was in a second floor room which did not have such a good view but was still excellent. We did not hear any other guest noise in either stay apart from occasional doors shutting. Outside noise is obliterated when the windows are closed - this noise was minimal anyway. House keeping staff were polite and friendly. Definitely recommended. The baggage storage facility was great for when we did the Abel Tasman Walk. Reception staff were very helpful. We felt very relaxed and comfortable in the apartment.

Stayed one night with 6 birth RV on grassed powered spot in Oct 2023. First off, this site is huge. The largest we stayed on in 15 days of touring South Island. That said, the facilities are clean and all work as they should. Worth noting some facility blocks are locked up in quieter times. Wifi was supplied It is right on Tahunanui Beach which is a real bonus. Take a walk out and it is huge and beautiful in a rugged desolate way. Huge driftwood scatters the sand. The sea was dramatic the day we went and all the better for it. We had a space overlooking it and it was a joy to wake up to. Check in was easy and the map very clear. Worth noting this as it is like entering a small village. If you are staying in Nelson then you could do a lot worse.