THE HOTEL NELSON, Nelson – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
The Hotel Nelson offers ground-floor units with king-size beds, tea and coffee facilities, microwaves, and external car park access. Some rooms include a kitchenette with a stovetop, refrigerator, and microwave. Select units feature a hot tub, spa bath, or a terrace. Air conditioning, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, and soundproof walls are standard. The studio rooms have en suite bathrooms with shower-over-bath setups.
Dining Options
The Nelson Hotel's bistro serves traditional pub favorites, including grass-fed steaks, burgers, and schnitzels, alongside French, Italian, and Asian-inspired dishes. Vegan and gluten-free options are available. The Saloon Bar offers cocktails and a relaxed setting for meals. Flames on 40 Restaurant & Bar serves modern New Zealand cuisine with locally sourced ingredients. The bottle shop stocks craft beers, wines, and spirits.
Leisure & Events
The hotel features a public bar with TAB facilities, pool tables, and live sports screenings. The rustic beer garden provides outdoor seating. The newly opened Level One function space hosts private dinners, corporate meetings, and events. Weekly specials include happy hours and chef's daily off-menu dishes. ANZAC Day celebrations, comedy nights, and golf tournaments are annual highlights.
Location & Transport
The Hotel Nelson is on the corner of Oxford and Nelson Streets, 10 km from central Nelson. Nearby landmarks include the Red Art Gallery & Cafe (1 km), Botanical Gardens (1.5 km), and Centre of New Zealand (2 km). The property offers free parking and is within walking distance of local shops and galleries.
Services & Staff
The hotel provides free Wi-Fi, event catering, and private dining for groups up to 16. Staff assist with bar service, bistro orders, and event coordination. Well-behaved dogs are allowed in the public bar until 9:30 PM. The bottle shop operates daily, and the bistro serves lunch and dinner with seasonal specials.
Choose the Room
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Getting around
All Transportation Options at a Glance
Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
- Children's pool
Spa & Leisure
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Heated swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- BBQ facilities
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Washing machine
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Bedroom
- Electric blankets
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
