Maitai Travel Guide

Nelson

A white concrete structure with a triangular shape, attached to a metal pole.

Stay near popular Maitai attractions

Centre of New Zealand Monument

8.8/10 (210 reviews)
You can find out about the history of Nelson with a visit to Centre of New Zealand Monument. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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Things to do

Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing

Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing

£1,717
per traveller
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing
From Nelson: Marlborough Sounds Scenic Helicopter Flight

From Nelson: Marlborough Sounds Scenic Helicopter Flight

£2,269
per traveller
From Nelson: Marlborough Sounds Scenic Helicopter Flight
Abel Tasman National Park - even more beautiful from above.

Heli-Scenic Abel Tasman Experience

£1,719
per traveller
Heli-Scenic Abel Tasman Experience
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Top hotels in Maitai

The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson

3 out of 5
40 Waimea Road Nelson
The price is £48 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
£48
3 Sept - 4 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 ...
The Hotel Nelson
Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel

4.5 out of 5
66 Trafalgar Street Nelson
The price is £52 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£52
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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! (1,010 reviews)
"Locality"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

Tides Hotel
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

5 out of 5
43-55 Trafalgar Street Nelson
The price is £52 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£52
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (1,425 reviews)
"Very clean , spacious and user friendly and location to town !! Could hardly fault it - thanks"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel

3.5 out of 5
23 Beach Road Nelson
The price is £56 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
£56
21 Aug - 22 Aug
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

The Beachcomber Hotel
Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson

3.5 out of 5
108-110 Collingwood Street Nelson
The price is £65 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
£65
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a business centre. Popular attractions Nelson Provincial Museum ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (512 reviews)
"b"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026

Quest Nelson
The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson

5 out of 5
7 Trafalgar Street Nelson
The price is £72 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
£72
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury guesthouse in Nelson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
10/10 Exceptional! (747 reviews)
"Owner very helpful and friendly on arrival,"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026

The Sails Nelson
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Where to stay in Maitai

Find the best Maitai areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A stone monument with a carved figure, a tall tower with a pointed roof, and a clear sky.
Photo by Mark Wilkinson
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Nelson City Centre

Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Provincial Museum and Nelson Market.

A coastal town with houses on a hillside, a road with vehicles, and a large mountain in the background.

Tahunanui

Tahunanui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Natureland Zoo while you're in town.

A beach with a sandy shore, calm water, and a small island with trees.

Stoke

Stoke is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like McCashin's Brewery and Marsden Recreation Ground.

Tahunanui beach in Nelson, South Island, New Zealand

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.

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 Nelson Provincial Museum.

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