Ruby Bay Travel Guide
Mapua


Visit Ruby Bay
Things to do

Abel Tasman National Full Park Scenic Cruise
£43
per adult
88% of travellers recommend

Nelson: Guided Quad Biking Tour Through Forest and Farmland
£59
per adult

Abel Tasman: Sea Shuttle Cruise and Walking Tour Combo
£55
per adult
92% of travellers recommend

Nelson: Cable Bay Adventure Park Skywire Experience
£48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Self-guided E-bike cycle tour with private wine tasting
£85
per adult

Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing
£1,732
per traveller
Top hotels in Ruby Bay

Charming Beach House
Ruby Bay Tasman Region
Stay at this holiday home in Mapua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Mapua Wharf and Mahana Estates are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
"Had a lovely stay, great access to beach, clean, had everything we needed.Short drive to shops etc"
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Absolute Beachfront Oasis with Sea Views & Hot Tub
Ruby Bay Tasman Region
Stay at this beach holiday home in Mapua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Mapua Wharf and Tasman Golf Club are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (50 reviews)
"The most beautiful sunrises! Worth the stay just to witness these. Thanks to wonderful hosts we had a relaxing time.C & G & G"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

The Hotel Nelson
40 Waimea Road Nelson
The price is £47 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
£47
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Nelson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"While the property is well presented and the rooms and housekeeping very good, the same cannot be said about the staff. The front desk reception staff member spent over 10 minutes on a phone call before acknowledging my presence (and another guest checking in at the same time) and providing the room ..."
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

Tides Hotel
66 Trafalgar Street Nelson
The price is £52 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£52
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Nelson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay, funky colour's, bar and restaurant excellent. Very central location"
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
43-55 Trafalgar Street Nelson
The price is £52 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£52
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,429 reviews)
"Clean room, quiet location."
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

The Beachcomber Hotel
23 Beach Road Nelson
The price is £49 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
£49
25 Sept - 26 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Nelson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Natureland ...
9/10 Wonderful! (687 reviews)
"So convenient to the beautiful Sandy beach and a large selection of activities. Great shopping from Nelson to Richmond. Well priced and very helpful and friendly staff😘"
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026
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