Title: TOP Family-Friendly Hotels in Top of the South for 2026 - Top of the South Family Welcoming Hotels | Expedia.co.uk [Top of the South Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Top-Of-The-South.dx3000655866)[Hotels in Top of the South](https://expedia.co.uk/Top-Of-The-South-Hotels.d3000655866.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Top of the South](https://expedia.co.uk/Top-Of-The-South-Holiday-Rentals.d3000655866.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Top of the South](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Top-Of-The-South.d3000655866.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Top of the South Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Top-Of-The-South.d3000655866.Car-Hire-Guide)[Top of the South Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Top-Of-The-South.d3000655866.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![Top of the South](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000655866/7ef9c2ca-40a4-40b4-8794-09728dc1f6b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Find Family-Friendly Hotels in Top of the South - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__price_find.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - 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25 Jan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=3000655866&startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=family_friendly) ## Our top choices for Top of the South family-friendly hotels ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4035500/4035455/a06244da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4035500/4035455/1f41e3c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4035500/4035455/c277a0d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Daily full breakfast for a fee](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4035500/4035455/4a34c52d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lochmara Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lochmara-Bay-Hotels-Lochmara-Lodge.h4035455.Hotel-Information) Lochmara Bay 9.0/10 Wonderful (98) "Lots to do there " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Sue £116 includes taxes & fees 20 Jan - 21 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lochmara-Bay-Hotels-Lochmara-Lodge.h4035455.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/922100/922058/914195c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Riverfront Executive Suite | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, Netflix, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/922100/922058/2c8c5682.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/922100/922058/60a54131.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/922100/922058/d3ab2610.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tides Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Trailways-Hotel-Nelson.h922058.Hotel-Information) The Wood 9.0/10 Wonderful (1003) "Great" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Lori £83 includes taxes & fees 14 Jan - 15 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Trailways-Hotel-Nelson.h922058.Hotel-Information) ![Executive Studio | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3884700/3884688/c7e1d062.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive One Bedroom | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3884700/3884688/362be3a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3884700/3884688/94ea0c5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3884700/3884688/e366fada.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Palazzo Motor Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Palazzo-Motor-Lodge.h3884688.Hotel-Information) Nelson City Centre 9.6/10 Exceptional (548) "Great place to stay" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Campbell £72 includes taxes & fees 20 Jan - 21 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Palazzo-Motor-Lodge.h3884688.Hotel-Information) ![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519231/34457ed3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519231/5dea73f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519231/7e6f9b3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519231/65057f05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Scenic Hotel Marlborough [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blenheim-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Marlborough.h519231.Hotel-Information) Blenheim CBD 9.2/10 Wonderful (699) "good location and easy parking " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Anny £67 includes taxes & fees 10 Jan - 11 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blenheim-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Marlborough.h519231.Hotel-Information) ![Premium Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Vineyard View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107460000/107451300/107451211/2d200f30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Vineyard View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107460000/107451300/107451211/c96b8415.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Vineyard View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107460000/107451300/107451211/50962c03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Vineyard View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107460000/107451300/107451211/684c8e51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### St Leonards Vineyard Cottages [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blenheim-Hotels-St-Leonards-Vineyard-Cottages.h107451211.Hotel-Information) Springlands 10/10 Exceptional (1) "Wonderful hosts, charming place, gorgeous cottage, great location. We were sad to leave!" ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Robert £193 includes taxes & fees 13 Jan - 14 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blenheim-Hotels-St-Leonards-Vineyard-Cottages.h107451211.Hotel-Information) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7115500/7115437/f4e09976.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, LCD TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7115500/7115437/749ee1ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7115500/7115437/a3c44894.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7115500/7115437/b039b47c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Terraced Chalets [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Riwaka-Hotels-Terraced-Chalets.h7115437.Hotel-Information) Riwaka 9.6/10 Exceptional (148) "Beautiful rooms on a beautiful property. Hosts were two of the nicest people you’ll meet. Easily our favourite stay out of the many so far here in New Zealand. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Matthew £92 includes taxes & fees 2 Feb - 3 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Riwaka-Hotels-Terraced-Chalets.h7115437.Hotel-Information) ![Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3630000/3629200/3629178/fa2e12e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive Twin Spa Studio | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3630000/3629200/3629178/4200a2ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3630000/3629200/3629178/c4d9d15c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive Twin Spa Studio | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3630000/3629200/3629178/b7d9b255.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Century Park Motor Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Century-Park-Motor-Lodge.h3629178.Hotel-Information) Nelson City Centre 9.8/10 Exceptional (327) "Great stay - would stay again!" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Laura £100 includes taxes & fees 10 Jan - 11 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Century-Park-Motor-Lodge.h3629178.Hotel-Information) ![Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4620000/4617300/4617265/a6c443eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Koru Chalet | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4620000/4617300/4617265/61bded29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Frond Suite | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4620000/4617300/4617265/4ce54f72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4620000/4617300/4617265/b7c48f1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Punga Cove Resort [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Punga-Cove-Hotels-Punga-Cove-Resort.h4617265.Hotel-Information) Punga Cove 9.0/10 Wonderful (42) "Friendly staff" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Lachlan £161 includes taxes & fees 31 Jan - 1 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Punga-Cove-Hotels-Punga-Cove-Resort.h4617265.Hotel-Information) ![The Lookout | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9290000/9282300/9282224/05932e4b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![The Lookout | Living room | Flat-screen TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9290000/9282300/9282224/4593bdb5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9290000/9282300/9282224/c563c1f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Chart House Main Deck | Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9290000/9282300/9282224/e57c79ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Wheelhouse Inn [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-The-Wheelhouse-Inn.h9282224.Hotel-Information) Britannia Heights 9.8/10 Exceptional (227) "A beautiful spot, with very helpful hosts – highly recommended! " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Huw £127 includes taxes & fees 30 Jan - 31 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-The-Wheelhouse-Inn.h9282224.Hotel-Information) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627200/9627140/3edad209.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627200/9627140/95bfe3b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627200/9627140/c1a0ab2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627200/9627140/cea6950c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-The-Honest-Lawyer.h9627140.Hotel-Information) Nelson 8.8/10 Excellent (505) "Clean, comfortable room in a quiet area of town. Would definitley stay again. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Alan £98 includes taxes & fees 26 Jan - 27 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-The-Honest-Lawyer.h9627140.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. [View all properties](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24®ionId=3000655866&adults=2&travelerType=family_friendly&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Top Top of the South Hotel Reviews ![Carnmore Chateau Marlborough](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593100/2593061/8f917a5f_y.jpg) ### Carnmore Chateau Marlborough 10/10 Excellent "The whole experience was excellent again." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Blenheim-Hotels-Chateau-Marlborough.h2593061.Hotel-Information) ![The Sails Nelson](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7230000/7229800/7229757/3d6bc340_y.jpg) ### The Sails Nelson 10/10 Excellent "Beautiful rooms, very clean and super comfortable bed with luxury bedding. The staff was amazing and made me feel very welcome. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-The-Sails-Nelson.h7229757.Hotel-Information) ![Rutherford Hotel Nelson](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/914300/914219/fce4fa2b_y.jpg) ### Rutherford Hotel Nelson 10/10 Excellent "Clean rooms" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Rutherford-Hotel-Nelson.h914219.Hotel-Information) ![Picton Beachcomber Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/988800/988708/c8ecaab0_y.jpg) ### Picton Beachcomber Inn 10/10 Excellent "Great views. Spacious room made for a nice stay. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Picton-Hotels-Picton-Beachcomber-Inn.h988708.Hotel-Information) ![Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624400/9624321/e59fb4a7_y.jpg) ### Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel 10/10 Excellent "Clean, comfortable and very accommodating owners." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Picton-Hotels-Picton-Accommodation-Gateway-Motel.h9624321.Hotel-Information) ![The Hotel Nelson](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3505400/3505320/85ae035d_y.jpg) ### The Hotel Nelson 10/10 Excellent "Clean, quiet room on the main floor, superb shower. Easy drive to dining and entertainment in central Nelson. Would stay again!" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-The-Hotel-Nelson.h3505320.Hotel-Information) ![Scenic Hotel Marlborough](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519231/65057f05_y.jpg) ### Scenic Hotel Marlborough 10/10 Excellent "Close to downtown, great for walking. Easy to travel to wineries, and local establishments." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Blenheim-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Marlborough.h519231.Hotel-Information) ![Quest Nelson](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10460000/10454000/10453938/cecb0adc_y.jpg) ### Quest Nelson 10/10 Excellent "Had everything you neede. Loved the laundry in the apartment" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Quest-Nelson.h10453938.Hotel-Information) ![Edit Picton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1775900/1775827/ccdf9fa6_y.jpg) ### Edit Picton 10/10 Excellent "Convenient " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Picton-Hotels-Edit-Picton.h1775827.Hotel-Information) ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Accommodation - More ways to book - [Hotels near Kahurangi National Park ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kahurangi-National-Park-Hotels.0-l6112839-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Book Family-Friendly Hotels in Top of the South on Expedia.co.nz ](https://www.expedia.co.nz/Top-Of-The-South-Hotels-Family-Hotel.0-0-d3000655866-tFamilyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)