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Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

4.0 star property
Escape to the tranquility of this upscale motel surrounded by lush greenery. Plan your day with ease thanks to express check-in and helpful tour assistance.

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A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a stove, and a refrigerator. There is a bar stool and a couch in the living area. - Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel (Nelson)
One Bedroom Downstairs Spa Unit | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free) - Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel (Nelson)
A patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden fence. - Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel (Nelson)
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A compact room with a bench, a table, a kitchenette, and a door leading to another room. - Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel (Nelson)
Located in Tahunanui, Castles Motel offers a tranquil retreat with a serene garden and convenient laundry facilities. Stay connected with free WiFi, enjoy extended parking, take advantage of tour assistance and express check-in for a seamless experience.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Studio

Two single beds with pillows, a wooden wardrobe, a small kitchen area, and a door leading to a balcony.

Standard Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a wardrobe, and a small table with a plant.

Executive Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for One Bedroom Upstairs Spa Unit

A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a kitchenette.

One Bedroom Upstairs Spa Unit

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Apartment

A hotel room with two beds, a window with a view of greenery, a bedside table with a remote control, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.

Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for One Bedroom Downstairs Spa Unit

A bedroom with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a view of the outdoors.

One Bedroom Downstairs Spa Unit

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

A neatly made bed with white bedding and two red pillows, flanked by wooden nightstands with lamps.

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Two single beds with white linens and plaid blankets, a nightstand with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Studio

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted tapestry, and a ceiling light.

Superior Studio

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Studio, Multiple Beds

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a bench, two bedside tables, and a door leading to another room.

Standard Studio, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Studio

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV on the wall.

Deluxe Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Tahunanui, a neighborhood in Nelson, Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel is near the airport and near the beach. World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Provincial Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Natureland Zoo and Nelson Fun Park. Flamedaisy Glass Design and Queens Gardens are also worth visiting. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Nelson travel guide
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Map
44 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson, 7011

What's nearby

  • Natureland Zoo
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nelson Fun Park
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars
    11 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Nelson Golf Club
    12 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN)
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • Coupland's Bakeries
    6 min drive
  • The Styx
    4 min drive
  • Salt & Pepper
    6 min drive
  • Nahm
    3 min drive
  • Boat Shed Cafe
    3 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 2 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (10:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel located?

Located in Tahunanui, this beach motel is within a 10-minute walk of Burrell Park, Tahunanui Beach Reserve, and Natureland Zoo. Nelson Fun Park and Paddy's Knob Reserve are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 194 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 194 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 194 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 194 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 194 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy location, good price.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ashleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of space and privacy, had everything needed to cook a meal. Check in was made easy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

RUDY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious family apartment at the back so less road noise ,good equipped kitchen. Very good value for money. Only thing there was a Unpleasant smell in the apartment, that was the only reason I gave it 4 star instead of 5. But will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fab stay super clean cute and comfortable Couldn't get wifi the first night and it was patchy the second
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Silive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was great. Clean and tidy, just wish the shower space is a bit bigger. Easy to find. Car parking was alright.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was basic but very spacious, clean and comfortable, exactly what we needed. Full kitchen provided which was fantastic considering the affordable price. Very close to Nelson airport which is why we booked there. Great value, friendly staff and comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Håkan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clear instructions for my late check in, room was clean and functional with well equipped kitchen. It is very close to a busy road, but there is not much traffic during the night so not a big problem. Close to a nice beach and good restaurants (but avoid the “Italian” nearby, it's terrible. Nice stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room staff helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Uwe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Specious and tidy. A bit noisy, yet one has to expect while staying on main road.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RUDY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious family unit, bedroom with large double and a single bed and a single bed in lounge ,well equipped kitchen, dining area etc. All very clean ,good quality bed linnen. All great value for money Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

ROSS

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good no complaints
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent value for money, and spotlessly clean with friendly staff. However there are some problems with the amenities that did not hinder our enjoyment of the place. The stove in our unit had a broken control panel that made it difficult to use the oven, and the floor of the oven had some unrecognizable powder underneath the aluminum foil. The driers in the shared laundry facility did not work well, leaving the clothes about as damp as they went in. We would definitely stay there again, everything else about the facility was great. Especially the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good location Price was reasonable It was basic and what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accommodation is in a great location. The basic facilities are functioning well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ardyanto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room and kitchen and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sahand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room with everything you'd need
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Louisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean towels everyday very happy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for money was great better than expected
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, property was older but the price reflected that. Comfortable bed so had a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Nathan

Disliked: Staff & service
Cold unhelpful staff .did not stay no refund wouldn’t recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Vaughan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed here 4 nights in a standard studio Very basic rooms . Very noisy from traffic noise ,if you are a light sleeper , I wouldn't recommend staying here . Internet is very poor ,dropped in and out the whole time . Was a good location for other amenities. Food / pub etc
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traffic noise is a problem but for the price who cares
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Callum

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
The room was decent for the price but the let down was the staff member. I only saw 1 staff member who spoke very little English and was not informed of anything. The owner was overseas. Tried to negotiate a refund for 1 night because of the expected snow in the Lewis pass. But wasnt clear on any communication so not sure if I am going to get one. Overall, if something happens I wouldn't want to be here
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026