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Chelsea Park Motor Lodge

3.5 star property
Motel with free parking, 8-minute walk to Christ Church Cathedral

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Terrace/patio
One Bedroom Apartment | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing
Check-in/check-out kiosk
One Bedroom Spa Apartment | View from room
Two Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Located close to Christ Church Cathedral and Nelson Market, Chelsea Park Motor Lodge provides a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Queen Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing

King Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Two Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
  • 48 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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One Bedroom Spa Apartment | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing

One Bedroom Spa Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing

One Bedroom Apartment

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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One Bedroom Family Apartment | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing

One Bedroom Family Apartment

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
214 Rutherford St, Nelson, 7010

What's nearby

  • Christ Church Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nelson Market - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Nelson Hospital - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Trafalgar Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tern Coffee House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hawker House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Melrose House Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge

Motel near Tahunanui Beach Reserve
Located close to Christ Church Cathedral and Nelson Market, Chelsea Park Motor Lodge provides a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and an electric car charging station
  • Access to a nearby health club, a nature reserve, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Chelsea Park Motor Lodge include thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Childcare services and cribs/infant beds
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • 35-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 20 for adults and NZD 20 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle storage
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

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
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2002
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 35-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 8:30 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 15 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 20 for adults and NZD 20 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 15 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses wind, solar, and geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Chelsea Motor Lodge
Chelsea Park Motor
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
Chelsea Park Motor Nelson
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Motel
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Motel Nelson

Frequently asked questions

Is Chelsea Park Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Chelsea Park Motor Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Chelsea Park Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Chelsea Park Motor Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Chelsea Park Motor Lodge located?

Located in Nelson City Centre, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Christ Church Cathedral and Nelson Market. Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre and Victory Square are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 327 out of 429 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 429 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 429 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 429 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 429 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checked in late, heater was on so was nice and warm which was great after a long day travelling, owner also had great recommendation of where to grab something to eat.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Charlottie

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

Great location

Excellent location, close to eateries, etc., and excellent reception service, although the room is a little small
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money so close to town
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very good property with friendly host
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Cornhusker fans

Only a one night stay, but hotel room with spacious and clean with all amenities. We happen to be vacationing from Nebraska and proprietor had a daughter living in Omaha. Great talk with him and his family about the Huskers. Couldn’t have been friendlier or more welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot. Dave is awesome and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Fantastic!

Great place to stay, friendly staff, very clean, quiet and comfortable. My first choice when staying in Nelson
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Fanatastic stay!

This was a great find. We were greeted by Dean who was extremely helpful with finding us a place to eat and things to do. It was an easy walk into Nelson, about 15 minutes. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly team and room spotlessly clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, tidy, and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tushka

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

Great stay - convenient location

Lovely clean and tidy and spacious unit. Convenient location in close proximity to city centre. Everything I needed for a long weekend stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy walking to town, supermarket. Friendly, helpful staff/owners. Super comfy bed. Great accomodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful experience, very relaxing with easy access to tourist activities and restaurants 😀. The hosts were brilliant, portraying excellent interpersonal skills, in addition to sharng very pertinent information. Very helpful,kind, & thoughtful people.I would recommend this little gem of a setting to all travellers, visiting Nelson.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hosts were friendly and very helpful. The unit was in excellent condition, and the bed was so comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great but the stay was greatly enhanced by the extremely friendly host. Dean was superb and was always helpful. Would gladly stay there again if I came back to Nelson.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very clean and comfortable. Lovely bed and linens. We had a nice and private patio off our bedroom, which we used and enjoyed. Very walkable distance to many fine and recommended restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner was so helpful and friendly. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The management of the facility is awesome. She is very friendly and also very efficient. I would recommend this establishment to everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean and comfortable rooms. Deane was a great host and really accomodating. The rooms had everything we needed. Short stroll to the town centre. Really quiet. Will stay again when we return to Nelson.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

norm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tynneille

Liked: Amenities
Honestly Chelsea park motor lodge has to be one of thee most beautiful places I have been to. Staff are amazing and welcoming, my room was very tidy and comfortable, it’s in the perfect place to be in Nelson as everything you need, want and see is all around and just a short distance away. I would definitely go back to this place again. Thank you so very much for a wonderful experience and place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vg location ,parking and very clean unit with excellent spa and two televisions. Quiet unit Number 8 ,check in quick with very helpful lady. We will stay again next time in Nelson as the price for our accommdation was reasonable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived at a very late hour and Dean and his staff sorted everything before our arrival. They were very helpful

10/10 Excellent

Dung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was quick and smoothly. The lady in the front desk was super friendly and helpful. She greeted us from the streets due to the road work that blocked the access in front of the motel. The room was nice and clean . It was well equipped with all the utilities and it make you feel like staying at your own home, doing your own cooking. That's what I want after a long day travel from Wellington to Nelson with a good shower to relax, a good meal to eat and a good bed to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful owners! A few of us were staying for a conference nearby and Dean offered to take us to the airport when we checked out. Thank you. The roadworks outside won't be there much longer. Not a problem for normal work hours. Just don't expect a sleep in until they're over.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

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