Nelson South Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Nelson College
Explore the campus of Nelson College as part of your travels around Nelson. Visit the spas in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Victory Square
Explore the great outdoors at Victory Square, a lovely green space in Nelson. Visit the spas in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Fairfield Park
Explore the great outdoors at Fairfield Park, a lovely green space in Nelson. Visit the spas in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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.
World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Things to do
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing
From Nelson: Marlborough Sounds Scenic Helicopter Flight
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing
From Nelson: Marlborough Sounds Scenic Helicopter Flight
Top hotels in Nelson South
The Hotel Nelson
"Have more stuff in the kitchen side of things"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Admirals Motor Inn
"While our room, number 7, was well equipped, it looked out onto a close wall so that in wintertime there was no sun, meaning the room was freezing and dark. Although there was a wall panel heater it was in no way sufficient, so for our second night we asked for and received another heater which alleviated ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
"Clean, tidy room. Bathroom facilities were excellent. The music (especially in the middle of the night) gave the place a sense of calm and security."
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Tides Hotel
"Amazing absolutely amazing"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
The Beachcomber Hotel
"all good thank you"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
"Another excellent stay, the staff are very friendly and helpful, across the road is the Tides Hotel in the same ownership where you can dine, the food is first class with great staff I would strongly recommend staying here."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Where to stay in Nelson South
Nelson City Centre
Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Market and Queens Gardens.
Tahunanui
Tahunanui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Natureland Zoo and Tahunanui Beach Reserve while you're in town.
Stoke
Stoke is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like McCashin's Brewery and Marsden Recreation Ground.
Toi Toi
Though Toi Toi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Natureland Zoo and Nelson Market.
Maitai
If you're spending some time in Maitai, Waahi Taakaro Golf Club and Brook Waimarama Sanctuary are top sights worth seeing.
