The Brook
Nelson
Popular places to visit
Christ Church Cathedral
After visiting Christ Church Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Codgers Mountain Bike Park
Explore the great outdoors at Codgers Mountain Bike Park, a lovely green space in Nelson. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Founders Heritage Park
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Founders Heritage Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Nelson Hospital
If Nelson Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Nelson.
Queens Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Queens Gardens, a lovely green space in Nelson. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.
Things to do
Abel Tasman National Full Park Scenic Cruise
Nelson: Guided Quad Biking Tour Through Forest and Farmland
Nelson: Cable Bay Adventure Park Skywire Experience
Abel Tasman: Sea Shuttle Cruise and Walking Tour Combo
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing
Top hotels in The Brook
The Hotel Nelson
Cant recommend highly enough
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Very nice hotel and room. Friendly & helpful staff. Location is within a 5 minute walk to several restaurants and stores, 5-10 minute walk to large grocery store, and 10-15 minute walk to main bus depot. Overall, a very good stay!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
The Beachcomber Hotel
How quiet it was, especially on a Saturday night
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Quest Nelson
Had everything you neede. Loved the laundry in the apartment
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Impeccably clean and lovely rooms. Great location.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Tides Hotel
Great
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Brook
Bishopdale
While Bishopdale may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Codgers Mountain Bike Park and Nelson Market.
Nelson South
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.
Enner Glynn
Enner Glynn might not have many top sights, but Codgers Mountain Bike Park and Tahunanui Beach Reserve are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Nelson City Centre
Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Market and Nelson Provincial Museum.
Toi Toi
Though Toi Toi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nelson Market and Tahunanui Beach Reserve.
Wakatu
When in Wakatu, you can plan a visit to Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Nelson Golf Links, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
