Nelson and New Zealand Guide - Hotels and Review

The Yellow House *** - Main Road - St Arnaud - Nelson Lakes - South Island - New Zealand - email: book@yha.org.nz
Warm and friendly hostel 5 mins walk to Lake Rotoiti & Visitor Centre. Heated double/twin, family/share rooms. Spa pool, drying room, modern kitchen & dining areas. Lounge, TV room with log fire. Bike, gear storage, tramping equipment & bike hire. Motel units available. Good transport connections to Picton, Blenheim, Westport and Nelson. St Arnaud is the gateway to the Nelson Lakes National Park. Activities include tramping, mountaineering, nature walks, canoeing, fishing, rafting and more.
 
Beachside Villas Motel - 71 Golf Road - 7001 Nelson - - New Zealand - email: info@beachsidevillas.co.nz
Experience style and modern comfort. 6 studio, 1-brm & family units set in beautifully landscaped gardens. Honeymoon studio apartment with large double bath, sunny balcony and panoramic views. Large swimming pool. Walk to the beach and local restaurants. Short drive to town.
 
Nelson Central YHA ***** - 59 Rutherford Street - Nelson - South Island - New Zealand - email: book@yha.org.nz
One of the best hostels in NZ - Rated 5 star. Purpose built, close to banks, shops, cafés and pubs. The best kitchen in any hostel, fresh herbs and garden dining. Games, pianos & musical instruments. Conference rooms, luggage storage, lounges, TV and dining rooms. Many bedroom options. Home to the Abel Tasman and other National Parks. NZ?s sunniest region is a land of mountains, sea & scenery, art & activities, adventure & culture, excitement and relaxation, cafés and festivals.
 
Grove Villa - 36 Grove Street - Nelson - - New Zealand - email: gerry@grovevilla.co.nz
Grove Villa ofers relaxed hospitality in the heart of Nelson, featuring 100 year old colonial villa with period furnishings, 5 Mins walk to city centre, comfortable rooms to suit varied budgets, delicious homemade breakfasts, knowledgeable advice on local attractions. Pick up and drop off point for Abel Tasman National Park excursions.
 
Aporo Pondsiders **** - Permin Road - 7152 Nelson - - New Zealand - email: marian@aporo.co.nz
3 stylish yet relaxed coastal cottages with wonderful lake, country and mountain views. Two cottages have king bedroom, ensuite, sitting, dining, kitchen, large balcony. No. 3 has two king bedrooms plus above. Gourmet and hamper breakfast included. Central to Nelson, Motueka, Abel Tasman National Park, beaches, walks, golf and trout rivers, art, craft studios, wineries, restaurants. Friendly helpful hosts with solid local knowledge.
 
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