Nelson Region
This hostel is a great base for outdoor adventure – it's a short walk to Lake Rotoiti, inexpensive, clean and comfortable. It also has particularly…
Must-see hotels in Marlborough & Nelson
Blenheim
Ten minutes' walk to town, this holiday park spreads out under and alongside the main road bridge over the Opawa River. Ask for the quietest spot…
Blenheim
In a prime location opposite pretty Seymour Sq and a two-minute walk to the centre of town, this is a beige but smart and upmarket motel complex with…
Nelson Region
Prominent L-shaped motel with spacious rooms, five-minutes' walk from the town centre. All rooms have a contemporary vibe, with cooking facilities, while…
Marlborough Region
Around halfway along the Nydia Track is beautiful Nydia Bay where there’s DOC’s Nydia Lodge, an unhosted 50-bed lodge (four-person minimum). You can book…
Nelson Region
A top-notch motel complex with 12 units decorated in neutral tones with low-profile furniture including European slatted beds. There is Sky TV, classy…
Nelson
A tidy, well-run, central hostel with spacious communal areas including well-equipped kitchens, a sunny terrace, a TV room and bike storage. Great local…
Blenheim
Located inside an old maternity home a 10-minute walk from the town centre, Grapevine has respectable rooms set aside for travellers. The kitchen is tight…
Tahuna Beach Kiwi Holiday Park
Nelson
Close to Tahuna Beach, 5km from the city, this mammoth park is home to thousands in high summer, which you’ll either find hellish or bloody brilliant,…
Blenheim
A welcoming option close to town, these tasteful, splash-o-colour studios and apartments are bright and breezy in the daytime, warm and shimmery in the…
Marlborough Region
Large, leafy campground with grassy sites, tidy cabins, a jumping pillow for the kids, and ready access to boat-ilicious Waikawa Bay and Victoria Domain…
Nelson Region
A purpose-built lodge right in the middle of town. What it lacks in personality it makes up for in cleanliness and convenience, boasting ample off-street…
Nelson
Holiday park in a rural setting around 4km from central Nelson, sitting near trails up to Dun Mountain and across to the Pelorus River. The park's future…
Kaikoura
Hiding from the highway behind a massive hedge, this busy, shipshape holiday park offers family friendly facilities (heated pool, hot tub, jumping pillow)…
Nelson Region
Three kilometres from St Arnaud, the unpowered West Bay campsite has the bare necessities and is open in summer only. Bookings are essential over the…
Marlborough Region
This bright, YHA-affiliated backpackers has a blooming garden and sociable outdoor areas, plus in-demand en-suite rooms. Queen Charlotte Track bookings…
Marlborough Region
About 500m from town, this compact, well-kept park has plenty of lawn and picnic benches, plus crowd-pleasing facilities including a playground, barbecue…
Kaikōura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura
Pricey, smart apartments and studios across the road from the beach with full kitchens and plenty of room. Plump for the units at the front with…
Nelson Region
These log cabins and newer board-and-batten units offer all the creature comforts, including kitchenettes and Sky TV. Bigger units have full kitchens and…
Takaka
Slightly worn but homely YHA hostel, with dorms in the main house and four rooms at the bottom of the secluded courtyard garden, which is filled with…
Marlborough Region
Beautifully situated, this is the first DOC campsite off the rank when tramping from Ship Cove to Anakiwa. Facilities include toilets and a water supply.
Marlborough Region
DOC camping ground, a short walk from Portage Resort Hotel. Facilities include toilets and a water supply.
Marlborough Region
Situated south past Bay of Many Coves, above Kumutoto Bay. Facilities include toilets and a water supply.
Takaka
This low-key and convenient campground, within walking distance of the Takaka high street, sports a splendid rural outlook.
Abel Tasman National Park
Walk- or boat-in beachside campsite at Torrent Bay Village, where there is a collection of holiday homes – lucky people!
Havelock
Near the marina, this well-maintained park offers totally acceptable sites, basic cabins and spick-and-span facilities.
Abel Tasman National Park
Don't be put off by the name: this pretty campsite is a great place to stay, and is only accessible by boat or kayak.
Nelson Region
About 2km west of St Arnaud, this campground has toilets and stream water and is popular with mountain bikers.
Marlborough Region
A popular picnic spot, with barbecue facilities nearby. The site includes toilets and a water supply.
Abel Tasman National Park
Walk- or boat-in beachside campsite between Tinline Bay and Anchorage on the Abel Tasman Coast Track.
Marlborough Region
Located on the western side of Endeavour Inlet. Facilities include toilets and a water supply.
Abel Tasman National Park
Walk- or boat-in campsite between Mosquito Bay and Awaroa on the Abel Tasman Coast Track.
Marlborough Region
On a saddle above the Queen Charlotte Track; includes basic toilets and a water supply.
Abel Tasman National Park
Walk-in or boat-in beachside campsite at the northern end of Abel Tasman National Park.
Abel Tasman National Park
Compact and pretty beachside campsite at the southern end of Abel Tasman National Park.
Abel Tasman National Park
Beautiful campsite in Abel Tasman National Park, only accessible by boat or kayak.
Nelson Region
At the northern end of Lake Rotoroa, with toilets, water and ferocious sandflies.
Abel Tasman National Park
Walk-in or boat-in campsite at the southern end of Abel Tasman National Park.
Abel Tasman National Park
This pretty campsite is set back from Medlands Beach among mature trees.
