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Rated by travellers as the best in the city, these stays are all full marks for cleanliness, customer service and location.
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Sleep easy, armed with the stuff that's good to know before you go.| Highest rated hotel | Palazzo Motor Lodge – 5 |
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| Cheapest month to book | May |
| Average 4 star hotel price | $181 per night |
| Average 5 star hotel price | $284 per night |
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Your guide to finding the best hotels in Nelson, New Zealand
Make the most of your time in Nelson by staying at a hotel that suits your style. Our city hotel recommendations cover a wide spectrum of options, ensuring a perfect match for every need.
Best time to visit Nelson
Nelson is an interesting destination year-round, but depending on the goals of your trip, some times may be more ideal than others. Low and high season in Nelson
Busiest month(s): Nelson experiences its peak season in February, resulting in average nightly rates of $485. Those planning to travel during this period should be prepared for higher costs compared to the slower times of year, when average nightly prices fall to $316.
Quietest month(s): You'll save on your hotel stay and avoid peak season prices by taking your trip during October, when the average rate per night is $316.
With less annual rainfall, Nelson is a solid travel destination if you like drier weather.
If you are looking to avoid the rainy season in June, visit Nelson in February when you're least likely to run into grey skies.
The most expensive month in Nelson is February, and you can expect to spend around $485 on hotel rooms. Weekend rates usually increase, averaging around $317 per night throughout the year, while Wednesday brings the highest cost at the best hotels in Nelson. You'll find savings on Friday, which is the cheapest day to book your stay on average.
Where to stay in Nelson
With Skyscanner, it's easy to find the best Nelson hotels — from 5-star to the most booked — at a cost you want. The best-rated hotels in Nelson
If you're searching for the best experience, book a room in one of the city's top-rated hotels.
The Century Park Motor Lodge is a 5-star hotel that has plenty of services, including its pool, fitness center, restaurant, and free Wi-Fi.
The Palazzo Motor Lodge is a 5-star hotel that provides a pool, fitness center, free breakfast, and free parking, along with a modern and comfortable design. Popular hotels in Nelson
The 4-star Ah house, Nelson City B&B offers a relaxing retreat in the middle of Nelson. The hotel offers a free breakfast, fitness center, indoor pool, and free parking.
Enjoy the best of both worlds at the Joya Garden & Villa Studios, where comfort meets modern amenities. The hotel provides a free breakfast, fitness center, indoor pool, and free Wi-Fi for you to use at your leisure.
Things to do in Nelson
In the middle of the city, you can find well-known attractions and things to do like the Pic's Peanut Butter World. If you love food, you'll find a wide array of great eateries, like Harry's Hawker House & Bar, Babagatto, Mango Restaurant & Bar Nelson, Thai Tahuna, and Chokdee Thai Cuisine.
