Title: Tahunanui Travel Guide: Best of Tahunanui, Nelson Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Tahunanui](https://expedia.co.uk/Tahunanui-Nelson-Hotels.0-n6055862-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Nelson](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Nelson.d2600.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Nelson](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Nelson.d2600.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Tahunanui Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Tahunanui.d6055862.Car-Hire-Guide)[Tahunanui Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Tahunanui.d6055862.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Tahunanui Travel Guide ## Nelson ![Houses on the side of the cliffs in Nelson, along the shoreline of Tasman Bay near Tahunanui Beach; Nelson Province, South Island, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055862/b1e9d5e2-570a-4405-9c37-fca669117d59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Houses on the side of the cliffs in Nelson, along the shoreline of Tasman Bay near Tahunanui Beach; Nelson Province, South Island, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055862/b1e9d5e2-570a-4405-9c37-fca669117d59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Tahunanui Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Nelson travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson.dx2600) --- ### Popular places to visit #### Natureland Zoo See the exotic and native animals who live at Natureland Zoo during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Natureland-Zoo-Tahunanui.d6312483.Attraction) #### Nelson Fun Park Bring the family to Nelson Fun Park and enjoy this exciting theme park in Nelson. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Fun-Park-Tahunanui.d553248621560918716.Attraction) #### Burrell Park Explore the great outdoors at Burrell Park, a lovely green space in Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Burrell-Park-Tahunanui.d6314617.Attraction) #### Paddy's Knob Reserve Explore the great outdoors at Paddy's Knob Reserve, a lovely green space in Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paddys-Knob-Reserve-Tahunanui.d6314619.Attraction) #### Trafalgar Park 4/5(3 reviews) Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Trafalgar-Park-The-Wood.d6219593.Attraction) #### Founders Heritage Park 4.5/5(5 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Founders-Heritage-Park-The-Wood.d6112798.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44732155/0f9e1ee4-6216-4b13-873a-b0f7dac5b649.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing £1,525 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/abel-tasman-national-park-helicopter-flight-with-landing.a44732155.activity-details) ![Epic Skydive over Abel Tasman](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45277787/3962422c-979c-4272-858b-55d4df1ba32c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 18,000ft Tandem Skydive over Abel Tasman £366 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/18.a45277787.activity-details) [See all activities in Nelson](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Nelson.d2600.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Tahunanui ![The Beachcomber Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519240/2644b875_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Beachcomber Hotel 23 Beach Road Nelson £87 15 Feb - 16 Feb 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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (654 reviews) Fantastic place to stay, bigger complex than we thought. Room was nice, staff were pleasant. Couple of pubs and a nice cafe basically all next door. Would stay again! Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=519240&PinnedHotelID=519240&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055862) ![Beaches Nelson](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9230000/9224100/9224072/5a7969d2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beaches Nelson 71 Tahunanui Drive Nelson Stay at this golf aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Paddy's Knob Reserve and Burrell Park are ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (229 reviews) The stay was fantastic! Great location, lovely check-in staff, and the room was so comfortable! Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=9224072&PinnedHotelID=9224072&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055862) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=9224072&PinnedHotelID=9224072&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055862) ![Tahuna Beach Holiday Park ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14870000/14863400/14863347/89b7b0af_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tahuna Beach Holiday Park 70 Beach Road Nelson Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £93 9 Mar - 10 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly holiday park in Nelson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a conference centre. Popular attractions Nelson Fun Park and Burrell ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (246 reviews) Another awesome stay. Spotless room with everything you need. Plenty of space for our family. The kids love the different playground options, all well maintained and presented. Perfect location. We will be back again! Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F03%2F2026&endDate=10%2F03%2F2026&selected=14863347&PinnedHotelID=14863347&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055862) ![Arrow Motel Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9849500/9849407/d2198ecb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Arrow Motel Apartments 24 Golf Road Nelson £69 3 Mar - 4 Mar 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 Burrell ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (103 reviews) Great stay, lovely owner. Very accommodating. Would definitely stay again Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F03%2F2026&endDate=04%2F03%2F2026&selected=9849407&PinnedHotelID=9849407&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055862) ![ Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1850000/1843300/1843271/f80738e8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel 44 Tahunanui Drive Nelson £68 20 Feb - 21 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach motel in Nelson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Paddy's Knob Reserve and Burrell Park are located ... 8/10 Very Good! (158 reviews) Enjoyed Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=21%2F02%2F2026&selected=1843271&PinnedHotelID=1843271&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055862) ![Apex Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17900000/17890200/17890165/2663f773_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Apex Motor Lodge 16 Muritai Street, Tahunanui Nelson £74 12 Mar - 13 Mar 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 and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (169 reviews) Very helpful owner. The room was spotless, very comfy. Great to have sky so could watch Australian open. Nice small pool. Short walk to beach drive to airport. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F03%2F2026&endDate=13%2F03%2F2026&selected=17890165&PinnedHotelID=17890165&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6055862) [See all 490 properties in Tahunanui](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6055862) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Moana.dx693057060664729600) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Wakatu When in Wakatu, you can plan a visit to World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Tahunanui Beach Reserve, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Wakatu.dx693057063872065536) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Toi Toi Though Toi Toi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Trafalgar Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Toi-Toi.dx693056757753782272) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Annesbrook While visiting Annesbrook, you might make a stop by sights like World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Golf Links. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Annesbrook.dx693056742936576000) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Britannia Heights While Britannia Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Natureland Zoo and Nelson Provincial Museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Britannia-Heights.dx553248635976385254) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Washington Valley Though Washington Valley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Trafalgar Park and Nelson Market. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Washington-Valley.dx693056760697262080) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Tahunanui Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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