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Cambria House

4.0 star property
Colonial bed & breakfast with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Property grounds
Dining
Standard suite | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Cambria House, steps from Queens Gardens, offers a tranquil base for exploration. Guests enjoy a full breakfast before visiting Miyazu Japanese Gardens or relaxing in the garden and library. The B&B provides bike rentals for exploring the area on two wheels.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 12 - Sep 13
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Sep 13 - Sep 14
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Standard suite | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Standard suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, down comforters

Luxury suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
7 Cambria St, Nelson, 7010

What's nearby

  • Trafalgar Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Queens Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Nelson Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Nelson Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bridge Street Collective - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Two Thumb Brewing Co. - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪River Kitchen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tasty Tucker Bakery - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sprig & Fern Tavern - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Cambria House

Upscale bed & breakfast near Queens Gardens
Located close to Miyazu Japanese Gardens and South Pacific Distillery, Cambria House provides free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this bed & breakfast. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, airport pick-up service (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, a 24-hour front desk, and 1 meeting room
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Furnished balconies or patios, electric kettles, and heating

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Airport pick-up shuttle (surcharge) on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Restaurants on site

  • Al Fresco on the Deck

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1888
  • Colonial architecture
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Cambria House
Cambria House B&B
Cambria House B&B Nelson
Cambria House Nelson
Cambria House Nelson
Cambria House Bed & breakfast
Cambria House Bed & breakfast Nelson

Frequently asked questions

Is Cambria House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cambria House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cambria House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM.

What time is check-out at Cambria House?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Does Cambria House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request.

Where is Cambria House located?

Located in The Wood, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of Queens Gardens and Miyazu Japanese Gardens. South Pacific Distillery and McCashin's Brewery are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Cambria House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hosts and out of this world breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely house, well positioned. Very clean, comfortable bed and nice breakfast.

4/10 Poor

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No lights in room. Dusty, smelled like old people. Floorboards are terrible. The bed would move eveytime someone used front door.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice people and a great breakfast. Couldn’t be happier…
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter Franz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very friendly host

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nikky, Blenheim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay really nicely decorated and super clean. We even had some port and chocolates in our room which was super nice to find. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was traditional and elegant. The en-suite was compact. The facilities were sparkling clean and the hosts were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ingvild

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cambria

All the aspects of this property were excellent. From the courtesy of the host to the presentation of the accommodation were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely old house and very comfortable bed,very friendly host.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Karel was a very welcoming host and assisted us with advice on the local area and things to do. The property is lovely and very central. The breakfast is ample and delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great! Location is close to city centre. And breakfast was very good!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Sergio Hugo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comodo y muy buen desayuno

Muy lindo lugar

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable, good quality linen and pillows! Lovely owner she wanted to make sure your stay was enjoyable thank you!@

10/10 Excellent

Nancy, US

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Two night stay in February

We stayed at the CH for two nights. This is a B&B and our room was #1, toward the small backyard. The owners are on-site and manage the property well, and are attentive to their guests. Good location, within a walkable distance to downtown restaurants and shopping. Owners provide good recommendations. Our only wish was for screens on the windows and sliding door, which would have allowed for better air circulation and bug protection in February (summer season). Not uncommon in NZ as mentioned in prior reviews, but 50/50 in our experience. Nevertheless, we would definitely recommend CH and would enjoy staying here again.

10/10 Excellent

jeni, auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely surroundings and easy walk to town

We had three nights here. Lovely setting, lovely fresh food plus homemade cookies with the coffee. Lovely friendly, helpful hosts who were happy to answer questions on places to go etc

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dieses B&B ist unbedingt zu empfehlen

Karell und David kümmern sich hervorragend um Ihre Gäste, haben für jeden die passenden Tips und Ratschläge parat. Das Zimmer, welches ich bewohnte hatte einen separaten Zugang zum Garten, das Zimmer an sich war groß und komfortabel. Das Frühstück war sehr gut ! Nach Möglichkeit würde ich dort jederzeit wieder übernachten !

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly innkeepers, very clean and comfortable!

The Innkeepers were very willing to help us sort out a trip into Abel Tasman National Park on short notice.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Mr D M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful charming B&B

Beautiful charming B&B - we extended out stay from 1 to 3 nights. Lovely hosts and possibly the best breakfast we have had in NZ. Comfortable and spacious rooms with modern bathroom. A truly wonderful stay.

10/10 Excellent

John, Massachusetts

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely B&B in the heart of Nelson

We loved our stay at Cambria House. Carol and David have kept a quaint B&B near the heart of Nelson and an easy walk to the central business district. We booked on hotels.com and arrived within 3 minutes and found Carol ready for us. The breakfast was tasty and quick - eggs, smoked salmon, fruit, toast, and lovely coffee and tee. Everything presented well, and Carol gave us lots of tips for things to do and see on our drive back to Picton. Would definitely recommend staying at Cambria House.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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