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Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, near Tahunanui Beach Reserve

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2-Bedroom Spa Suite | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Garden
2-Bedroom Spa Suite | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle
2-Bedroom Spa Suite | View from room
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle
Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge, minutes from Nelson Hospital and Nelson College, offers a garden setting with in-room WiFi. Practical touches like laundry facilities and outdoor furniture make longer stays comfortable.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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1 bedroom, individually furnished, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Suite | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

One Bedroom Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2-Bedroom Spa Suite | View from room

2-Bedroom Spa Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 32 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Studio Suite | Courtyard view

Deluxe Studio Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe One Bedroom Suite | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe One Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
80 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson, 7011

What's nearby

  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Nelson Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Nelson Market - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Trafalgar Park - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sublime Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Suburban Club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sprig + Fern Tahuna - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge

Motel near Tahunanui Beach Reserve
Located close to Nelson Hospital and Nelson College, Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge provides a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor furniture, barbecue grills, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and dining tables.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers and shampoo
  • 43-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchenettes, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • DVD player
  • High chair
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1998
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
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 8 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in

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

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge located?

Located in Tahunanui, this motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Tahunanui Beach Reserve, Nelson College, and Nelson Hospital. Nelson Market and Christ Church Cathedral are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 82 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was great for a couple of nights, handy to Tahuna beach
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Viv

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay, the staff were friendly and the unit was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay and explore, especially if you're staying for a few days
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Amenities
The staff were helpful and the motel was very clean. Recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, good value for money and close to airport.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Manager Sankrit (sp?) is very attentive, thoughtful and helpful. If location and motel experience is what you want, then you can't go wrong here. Recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy access to plenty of places by car, bike or walking.

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property with very friendly kind owners…
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our unit was very clean, the staff were really helpful and it is close to lots of great eateries
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is well-located, being close to airport and close to Tahunanui. There are a number of eating places in close proxmity. It is located on a main road, which carries a lot of traffic and it can be noisy.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly owners, nice and peaceful place to stay. Balcony for dinner was nice. Easy walk down to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay here. Room had everything I needed. Great location and really friendly host. Lovely balcony for a warm evening
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place place to stay. Management very helpful for advice on sightseeing . Bus time tables would have been good in check in
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

sara

Liked: Cleanliness
Seemed a bit overpriced for the age of the property
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Llemaché

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the calm holiday feel Tuscany Motel gave. Very welcoming owners and top service. I would go back anytime. Birds chirping, the beach in walking distance and a patio for every room for you to enjoy warm nights or early mornings.

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was very friendly. The rooms are extremely clean. The only one small problem was the internet connection wasnt the best but overall would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Ian

Our accomodation was extremely clean , new and comfortable for our stay and we really enjoyed it . The road noise was an issue for us and would be so good if it could be rectified somehow and higher occupancy 😊.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

w

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Over priced no separate bedroom cramped sleeping area & bed could be replaced ie. Higher more comfortable mattress.relaxing area very limited.very nice bathroom facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is on the main road so can be quite noisy if you are in the front units A bit too far out of town for us
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We knew about the road noise so were prepared. Everything else was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Willie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The chairs were not comfortable for a stay of few days

6/10 Okay

Natalie

Very basic for rate No air conditioning and only badic tv channels Quite noisy with traffic as on main road
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Vanessa

Milk was off had lumps in it no soap in the bathroom and very noisey with road traffic. I will not be recommending.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

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