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Luxury
5.0 star property
10

Exceptional

Central oasis in Nelson

Immaculate kitchenettes with dishwashers and fresh milk daily. After exploring the nearby town center, retreat to your pillowtop bed with premium linens. Corner spa baths offer perfect relaxation after adventuring through Abel Tasman National Park.

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Studio Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Studio Suite, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Studio Suite, Accessible

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Studio Suite (Twin)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Nelson, The Sails Nelson is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Miyazu Gardens and Isel Park, while Founders Heritage Park and World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars are cultural highlights. Check out an event or a game at Trafalgar Park, and consider making time for Natureland Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Nelson travel guide
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Map
7 Trafalgar Street, Nelson, 7010

What's nearby

  • Trafalgar Park
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nelson Market
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Christ Church Cathedral
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Founders Heritage Park
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • River Kitchen Nelson
    5 min walk
  • Victus Coffee & Eatery
    9 min walk
  • The Free House
    13 min walk
  • The Tides
    4 min walk
  • Tasty Tucker Bakery
    9 min walk

About this property

The Sails Nelson

Luxury guesthouse near Trafalgar Park
Located close to Nelson Market and Christ Church Cathedral, The Sails Nelson provides a grocery/convenience store, a terrace, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Sails Nelson include thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 65-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Furnished balconies or patios, eco-friendly cleaning products, and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • 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.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2012
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: NZD 30

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: NZD 30 (subject to availability)

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sails Nelson pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sails Nelson?

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

What time is check-out at The Sails Nelson?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 30 (subject to availability).

Where is The Sails Nelson located?

Located in The Wood, this luxury guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Trafalgar Park, Nelson Market, and Christ Church Cathedral. Founders Heritage Park and Miyazu Gardens 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

The Sails Nelson Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.8

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 665 out of 726 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 726 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 726 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 726 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 726 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

We enjoyed our stay at the sails. It was super clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot close to town very clean and tidy woth friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was beautiful and the hosts were wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noppakao

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and family-liked staff. Pleasant to spend time there
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful rooms, very clean and super comfortable bed with luxury bedding. The staff was amazing and made me feel very welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a wonderful stay at the sails. Friendly service, clean and comfortable room with amazing loose leaf tea. Great recommendations from staff on some sight seeing adventures and great location in the city.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was honestly the best place we stayed in South Island. We stayed at places double/triple the price and this one was still the best. It was extremely clean, room extremely comfortable and spacious (the comfiest bed we have ever slept on) and the staff was extremely accommodating. Would 100% recommend this place to anyone passing through or visiting Nelson!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room great location fabulous service from Cheri. Will come Again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay. Our room was perfect and the location was PERFECT. What stood out to us the most was the staff. They were so sweet and truly went above and beyond to make sure we were happy and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful spacious unit with a jacuzzi tub. Robes were nice. Very nice kitchen area with coffee and tea. Phone charging was no problem. Staff was very accomodating, especially with our late arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rowan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay friendly people
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect spot for three day stop in area, from the warm welcome through to the spacious and extremely comfortable bedroom with kitchen facilities and a lovely bathroom. It’s just a short walk into town along a well lit road, and also convenient to quickly access the coastal road. The room was serviced every day, and everything was well designed and thought through. The laundry room was also a welcome feature. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brittnee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was incredible! The staff and accommodations are top notch! Will absolutely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lasse

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

Great stay

Great - friendly staff, very nice room - seems new and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay. easy walk to town and immaculately clean! thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, comfy bed!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, helpful staff, good amenities, good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean and amazing staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are perfectly clean and well stocked. The staff was wonderful. It's a perfect location for walking to town or along the water.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sascha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, easy walk into main street. Lovely well equipped apartment. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paolo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property Rooms are great staff is very friendly Walking distance to downtown core Great experience overall
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maricar

Liked: Staff & service
Great amenities and impeccably clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Priti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing! Great location and very friendly staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michiko

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful apartment style lodging. Our place was well equipped, modern, high quality bathroom and furnishings. Location was walkable to town. Really liked the place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025