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An aerial view of a swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a brick patio and palm trees. - Palms Motel (Nelson)
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the street outside. - Palms Motel (Nelson)
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in microwave, a dishwasher, and a window above the sink. - Palms Motel (Nelson)
Studio Queen | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free) - Palms Motel (Nelson)
A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple buildings with red-tiled roofs, and a palm tree. - Palms Motel (Nelson)
Luxury
4.5 star property
9.4

Exceptional

Riverside retreat with heated pool

Central to Nelson's vibrant heart, the heated outdoor pool offers a refreshing retreat after exploring nearby trails. Steps away, guests discover local cafes and restaurants. Families appreciate the children's pool and easy access to Saturday markets featuring local flavors and crafts.

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, desk, and a ceiling fan.

Studio Queen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a ceiling fan, and a small table.

1 Bedroom Executive Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

Family Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 73 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a kitchenette.

Studio Twin

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

APARTMENT THREE BEDS

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

APARTMENT EXECUTIVE ONE BEDROOM

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

APARTMENT TWO BEDROOMS

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Nelson City Centre, a neighborhood in Nelson, Palms Motel is in the entertainment district. Nelson Provincial Museum and Founders Heritage Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Flamedaisy Glass Design and Queens Gardens. Nelson Fun Park and Natureland Zoo are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Nelson travel guide
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5 Paru Paru Road, Nelson, 7011

What's nearby

  • Nelson Market
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nelson Provincial Museum
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Trafalgar Park
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Christ Church Cathedral
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN)
    9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Coupland's Bakeries
    7 min walk
  • Victus Coffee & Eatery
    7 min walk
  • River Kitchen Nelson
    5 min walk
  • The Dog's Bone
    2 min walk
  • Tasty Tucker Bakery
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 14 for adults and NZD 14 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • 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
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 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 front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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

Front desk (limited hours)

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 20.00 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 14.00 for adults and NZD 14.00 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.00 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7 AM to 9:30 PM
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
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Palms Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7 AM–9:30 PM.

Is Palms Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Palms Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Palms Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Palms Motel located?

Located in Nelson City Centre, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Anzac Park and Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre. Montgomery Square and Nelson Market are also within 10 minutes.

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

Palms Motel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 224 out of 327 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 327 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 327 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 327 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 327 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, warm and great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accommodation was excellent and in a great location. The hosts were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location, pool
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable stay, very close walk to the town center.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Friendly, accommodating host, very clean room, comfortable beds, great location within walking distance of CBD and walking/biking trails. Loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to CBD and dining - great facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional location Exceptional cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location clean and very tidy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ranjini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very centrally located.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights (weekend), excellent location, handy shops, restaurants and saturday market. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location within easy walking distance to central Nelson, staff very friendly and rooms clean and a decent size. Plenty of free parking too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All very good, clean tidy, Staff helpful. Enjoyed the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Suganthi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is near to shopping
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts are very warm, welcoming and helpful. Property and rooms are very tidy, close to local restaurants and supermarket
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Two nights at Palms Motel

We stayed 2 nights.The room/suite was clean and confortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, well equipped, BBQ, pool. The hosts Brooke & Gardy were great & very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds. Clean rooms. Great location to head out into wine country or walk a few blocks to downtown Nelson.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

REBECCA

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

I’ll be back.

Great spot near supermarket, easy parking, nice rooms with comfy beds.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly. Close to cafe and shops. Rent a bicycle at Kiwi Journeys and ride the great taste trail. Grab latte at River Kitchen. Try the pizza at Stephano’s.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Barry

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

Fine

The Palms is about a ten minute walk to the center of Nelson that has all the great restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Warm friendly welcome with a big smile and efficient and explained the shops close to motel and offered to drop off to theatre to save taking our car for blind husband. Excellent customer service would definitely recommend to friends and family - score 10 out of 10
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith

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

Lounging with friends

Friends meeting in Nelson. Car space needed. Wanted a pool to dip in to cool off. Wanted a lounge to chill out in. Liked the privacy screens. Great location for the market and food area. Also close to bus station for airport transfers. Staff could bot have been friendlier - went above and beyond.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in central Nelson. Can walk to everything. Heating very effective and comfortable beds with warm bedding.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the best I’ve been in Loved the leather lazy boy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026