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The Hotel Nelson

3.0 star property
Suburban hotel with seasonal outdoor pool and 24-hour front desk

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Seasonal outdoor pool, a heated pool, pool loungers
Bar (on property)
Meeting facility
Exterior
Meeting facility
The Hotel Nelson is close to Nelson College and Christ Church Cathedral. Families love the seasonal outdoor pool with a separate kids' pool. Guests can enjoy breakfast and meals at the on-site Flames on 40 restaurant, which offers al fresco dining.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is HK$432
HK$508 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio, Jetted Tub

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Jetted bath
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Unit with Spa

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Jetted bath
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 592 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Living area

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 753 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Private kitchen

Executive Apartment, 4 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 1023 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 4 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Compact Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

One Bedroom Unit

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Two Bedrooms Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room

1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Accessible Superior Studio

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Two Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior King Studio

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Two Double Studio

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio Kitchen

  • Sleeps 3

Studio with Jacuzzi

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior King Studio with SPA

  • Sleeps 2

Compact Studio

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Three Bedrooms Unit

  • Sleeps 6
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About the area

Map
40 Waimea Road, Nelson, 7010

What's nearby

  • Nelson College - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Nelson Hospital - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nelson Market - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tern Coffee House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Hawker House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Melrose House Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Hotel Nelson

Family-friendly hotel near Nelson College
Located close to Nelson Hospital and Christ Church Cathedral, The Hotel Nelson provides a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Flames on 40, offers breakfast, dinner and al fresco dining. In addition to a bar and a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and express check-out
  • Express check-in, barbecues and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 80 rooms include amenities, such as free WiFi, sound-insulated walls and free newspapers.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and baths or showers
  • 40-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Weekday full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 8 to 28 for adults and NZD 5 to 28 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Flames on 40

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Heated pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 30.0 per night

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 8.00 to 28.00 for adults and NZD 5.00 to 28.00 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from October to May

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Quality Inn Nelson
Quality Nelson
Leisure Hotel Nelson
Hotel Nelson
The Hotel Nelson Hotel
The Hotel Nelson Nelson
The Hotel Nelson Hotel Nelson

Frequently asked questions

Does The Hotel Nelson have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at The Hotel Nelson?

As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Hotel Nelson on 2 Nov 2025 start from HK$432.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Hotel Nelson pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Hotel Nelson?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Hotel Nelson?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

What time is check-out at The Hotel Nelson?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is The Hotel Nelson located?

This family-friendly Nelson hotel is located near the airport, within a 15-minute walk of Nelson College, Nelson Hospital and Christ Church Cathedral. Nelson Market and Queens Gardens are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

The Hotel Nelson Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 577 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 317 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gerrit

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location, excellent meals Will recommend & will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely place to stay. The wifi was intermittent and slow.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Theresa

Was a bit noisy being near the road but was the cheapest room so not really complaining
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dayveen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really nice!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Handy location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed there because of an event that I attended nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was convenient to two places i had to be for meeting, breakfast was a little disappointing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Winston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient and great heated pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was good and central , had every thing you needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfect place to relax and walk to shops or dine at the Flame Restaurant. Staff were happy to help.I have no hesitation in recommending Hotel Nelson to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access good price & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and close to town. Excellent room facilities. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Stanislavs

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good for a quick overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

jack

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
l never check in the hotel room, but the app and hotel take my money. l tried to asked with hotel waiter. they said they cancel the booking or change the dates. So what can l say evaluate？if l can I will give 0 star rating.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location

All good, good location and room comfortable Just a little road noise as stayed in end studio unit
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find. Great restaurant. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious and comfortable rooms. Clean and had everything we needed for our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, warm and spacious. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
First hotel in a long time I’ve stayed in that had a tub that I could really, truly soak in as a tall person!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Good location restaurant attached
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very located to the centre, the staff very friendly, the room was very clean .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for ample-sized room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024