Can you book a 5-star family friendly hotels in Nelson?

If you're looking to make your Nelson stay extra special, then consider staying at one of the top-rated hotels. The highest-rated family friendly hotels are The Sails Nelson ($148/night) and Palazzo Motor Lodge ($122/night).

How many family friendly hotels are there in total in Nelson?

There are 149 Nelson family hotels available out of a total 416 hotels that you can book on HotelsCombined.

Which are the most popular Nelson family friendly hotels?

HotelsCombined users’ favourite family friendly hotels in Nelson are The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel , The Hotel Nelson , and Rutherford Hotel Nelson . With a rating of 9.4/10, Rutherford Hotel Nelson is the highest-rated hotel.

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The Hotel Nelson

40 Waimea Road, Nelson, New Zealand

This hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a conference center, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a business center.

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

8.1

Excellent

2098 reviews

Location

1.3 km from city centre

$102

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The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel

1 Point Road, Nelson, New Zealand

This smoke-free hotel features a bar/lounge, conference space, and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, wedding services, and a garden are onsite.

Free Wi-Fi

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8.0

Excellent

1131 reviews

Location

6.6 km from city centre

$121

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ASURE Fountain Resort Motel

77 Green Street, Nelson, New Zealand

Situated only 5 minutes’ walk from Tahunanui Beach, ASURE Fountain Resort Motel offers a large swimming pool and barbecue area. Guests enjoy free WiFi. ASURE Fountain Resort Motel offers a range of refurbished rooms, from studios to large 2-bedroom units. Each unit has a private balcony, fully-equipped kitchen, and separate lounge area with satellite TV. There is a large children’s playground with a flying fox and trampoline. Meeting room facilities are available. ASURE Fountain Resort Motel is 2 km from Nelson Airport and just 10 minutes’ drive from Nelson city centre. It is less than 5 minutes’ drive to Nelson Golf Links. Free car parking is provided.

Free Wi-Fi

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9.1

Excellent

517 reviews

Location

4.1 km from city centre

$138

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Admirals Motor Inn

26 Waimea Road, Nelson, New Zealand

This hotel features laundry facilities, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas. Admirals Motor Inn offers 22 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3.5-star hotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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9.0

Excellent

1477 reviews

Location

1.2 km from city centre

$107

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Tipi Haere

85 Princes Drive, Nelson, New Zealand

Tipi Haere means to roam about or call in at places - a name chosen to welcome visitors to Nelson & this very special spot!

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

8.9

Excellent

30 reviews

Location

1.6 km from city centre

$350

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Tides Hotel

66 Trafalgar Street, Nelson, New Zealand

An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a conference center, 24-hour room service, and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Free Wi-Fi

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8.7

Excellent

2646 reviews

Location

0.2 km from city centre

$117

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Rutherford Hotel Nelson

27 Nile Street West / Trafalgar Square PO Box 248 Nelson, New Zealand, Nelson, New Zealand

A restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge are available at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a sauna, a 24-hour business center, and a conference center are onsite.

Free Wi-Fi

8.4

Excellent

672 reviews

Location

0.6 km from city centre

$214

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Users have found prices for family friendly hotels in Nelson tonight starting as low as $107, rising to an average cost of $245, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $119 for a 4-star family-friendly hotel in Nelson for tonight.

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