Apex Motor Lodge

3.0 star property

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Studio (2 Guests) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Laundry
Two Bedroom Apartment | Courtyard view
Studio (2 Guests) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Studio (2 Guests) | Courtyard view

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
16 Muritai Street, Tahunanui, Nelson, 7011
  • Burrell Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Natureland Zoo
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Nelson (NSN)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Studio (3 Guests)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio (2 Guests)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

One Bedroom Apartment

  • 387 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • 602 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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About this property

Apex Motor Lodge

3-star motel in Tahunanui
A seasonal outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and tour/ticket assistance are available at this motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area.
Apex Motor Lodge offers 12 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated accommodations include dining tables. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers.

This Nelson motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include portable fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Apex Motor Lodge features a seasonal outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. Onsite uncovered self parking is complimentary.

Apex Motor Lodge has designated areas for smoking.

Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 8:30 AM.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1980
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7:30 AM - 7:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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 30 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 30 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30 per night

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
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
The seasonal pool will be open from December to March
Pool access available from 9 AM to 8:30 PM

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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Apex Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 153 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager was a riot! Great sense of humor.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely people and a great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely handy to dining options and the beach. The owners went out of their way to help.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal for our stay of several nights. Nicely appointed, clean and well serviced. Plenty of local options for recreation, dining. Handy to the city centre. Staff friendly and obliging. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, modern and clean room. Very friendly helpful staff. Would definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Owners were helpful. Room was very tidy .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

carl

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Not the motel’s fault but the neighbors behind the hotel were loud
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent motel at a good price. Spotlessly clean, excellent facilities and in a good location for the beach. Would definitely recommend this Motel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were decorated beautifully The cleanliness was outstanding Thank you for a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect Stay
Tony and his partner were very inviting, The rooms are very homely and clean. I would recommend to anyone! Thank you for making me feel welcome!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent clean, tidy and modern facility. Host, Tony went out of his way to find alternative accommodation when another night was needed, and he was booked out.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Carolyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was good andcthe coffee machine they provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Nelson Stay
Tony the owner is a very hospitable host! Alongside that he has a sense of humour! Thanks Tony, I’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice One here
We had a good stay, freindly host and hostess very helpfull kind and generous, one word Awesome
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable. Excellent location, walking distance to beach. 3.5km driving distance to airport.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

karl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and very clean rooms serviced daily
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, friendly helpful owners
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and friendly. Easy stay with great beds and facilities. I loved being able to have a swim in the pool. I recommend this place. Enjoyed our 6 night stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharolyn E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is great, clean, modern, had everything we needed. The staff was friendly and very helpful Thank you from Alberta, Canada visitors
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was scrupulously clean, decor lovely and very well set out. Handy to everything and Manager couldn’t do enough for you
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room. Super clean and comfortable. Walkable to a massive beach! Nearby restaurants. People were so friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well run motel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024