Title: Top of the South Travel Guide: Best of Top of the South, New Zealand Travel 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [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 Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Top of the South](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/182000/182016-Picton-Harbour.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Picton Harbour showing forest scenes, sailing and a ferry](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/182000/182020-Picton-Harbour.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Picton Harbour showing a bridge, a bay or harbour and boating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/182000/182015-Picton-Harbour.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Top of the South](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/181000/181231-Marlborough.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Top of the South](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/182000/182277-Momorangi-Bay.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Top of the South Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Top of the South ![Nelson - Tasman](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/181000/181166-Nelson-Tasman-Region.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nelson City Centre 4.5/5(8 area reviews) Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Market and Nelson Provincial Museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Nelson-City-Centre.dx553248633981724756) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/38dc1bb8f83121add4e6a58c38265900.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Waikawa Travellers like the mountain views in Waikawa, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Picton-Waikawa.dx6147309) ![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) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Tahunanui.dx6055862) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/883ff82c82fc178a95232f039f1cb30b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Stoke 4/5(2 area reviews) Stoke is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Isel Park and McCashin's Brewery. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Stoke.dx3000664942) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/6eac47bff86859c7a0fc4347d668eed9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ruby Bay You'll appreciate the wineries during your time in Ruby Bay and you might want to plan a stop by Mapua Wharf and Tasman Golf Club while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mapua-Ruby-Bay.dx6294079) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8f2e7b84e9c9076c0edfe7a7e7985815.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Maitai If you're spending some time in Maitai, Centre of New Zealand Monument and Waahi Taakaro Golf Club are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Maitai.dx693056765483057152) - Top hotels in Top of the South - Top Holiday Rentals in Top of the South ![The Hotel Nelson](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3505400/3505320/85ae035d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Hotel Nelson 40 Waimea Road Nelson £60 7 Dec - 8 Dec 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! (1,003 reviews) Room was spotless and staff were very friendly and efficient Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F12%2F2025&endDate=08%2F12%2F2025&selected=3505320&PinnedHotelID=3505320&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655866) ![Carnmore Chateau Marlborough](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593100/2593061/8f917a5f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Carnmore Chateau Marlborough Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim £63 30 Nov - 1 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Blenheim. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews) Great room. Nice pool area. Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F11%2F2025&endDate=01%2F12%2F2025&selected=2593061&PinnedHotelID=2593061&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655866) ![Edit Picton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1775900/1775827/ccdf9fa6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Edit Picton 25 Waikawa Road Picton £64 16 Dec - 17 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews) The room was clean and staff very friendly. The room was big. Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F12%2F2025&endDate=17%2F12%2F2025&selected=1775827&PinnedHotelID=1775827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655866) [See all 1,120 properties in Top of the South](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=29%2F11%2F2025&endDate=30%2F11%2F2025®ionId=3000655866) 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. ![Quest Nelson](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10460000/10454000/10453938/cecb0adc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quest Nelson 108-110 Collingwood Street Nelson 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! (457 reviews) Everything was great Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Quest-Nelson.h10453938.Hotel-Information) ![DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5130000/5121600/5121560/6ed51d9f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments 43-55 Trafalgar Street Nelson Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,383 reviews) Grateful Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-DeLorenzos-Studio-Apartments.h5121560.Hotel-Information) ![The Sandcastle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624200/9624155/a2f85edb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Sandcastle 32 Haile Lane Pohara Stay at this cabin in Pohara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Abel Tasman National Park and Ligar Bay Beach are ... 9/10 Wonderful! (55 reviews) Wonderful host. Pizza occasion was great. The cabin was comfortable, with good kitchen facilities. We could have stayed another week. Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pohara-Hotels-The-Sandcastle.h9624155.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Top of the South](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=3000655866&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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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You'll find more to see and do in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Picton-Ferry-Terminal-Picton.d553248621560906768.Attraction) ![Picton Harbour showing a bridge, a bay or harbour and boating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/182000/182015-Picton-Harbour.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Picton Harbour 4.5/5(28 reviews) Visit a floating maritime museum, board a chartered fishing boat and relax beneath the tall palms that line one of New Zealand’s most important harbours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Picton-Harbour-Marlborough.d6112776.Attraction) ![Ngarua Caves](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/95be7004bb3e715fc1b74ea6983f0772.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ngarua Caves Explore the great outdoors at Ngarua Caves, a lovely green space in Takaka Hill. Amble within the gardens or visit the spas in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ngarua-Caves-Takaka-Hill.d6281774.Attraction) ![Te Waikoropupu Springs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ac87765d91ea4f1ab5ff13438fb10cec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Te Waikoropupu Springs 5/5(3 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Te Waikoropupu Springs, a lovely green space in Takaka. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Te-Waikoropupu-Springs-Takaka.d6112826.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) #### Cloudy Bay Vineyards 4/5(9 reviews) You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Cloudy Bay Vineyards during your travels to Rapaura. While you're here, you can savour the wineries. 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