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Harbourside Nelson

Property class: 4

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A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by hills and clear skies.
A room with a wooden table and two chairs, a view of a marina with boats, and a large tree outside.
A waterfront property with a boat docked in front of a yellow building with a red roof.
A hotel room with a large bed, a painting on the wall, and a view through the open door.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is $93
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28

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4 Duncan Street, Port Nelson, Nelson, 7010
  • Place, Trafalgar Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Nelson Market
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Christ Church Cathedral
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Marina View

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

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Marina View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, Courtyard Area

A covered balcony with a view of a parking lot and a building in the background.

Standard Studio, Courtyard Area

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ground Floor

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a wall-mounted painting, and two wall-mounted lamps.

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 387 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Studio, Marina View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a potted plant, and a balcony with a view of boats and mountains.

Studio, Marina View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, desk, and kitchenette.

Studio, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Harbour View Studio

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, desk, and kitchenette.

Executive Harbour View Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 285 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Harbour Front Apartment

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with sheer curtains.

Harbour Front Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Marina view
  • 640 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Harbourside Nelson

4-star hotel in Port Nelson
This hotel features a marina, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include conference space, laundry facilities, and free newspapers.
Harbourside Lodge offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 53-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix.

This Nelson hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Harbourside Lodge features a marina. The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

Event facilities measuring 269 square feet (25 square meters) include conference space. This Mediterranean hotel also offers barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

Harbourside Lodge has designated areas for smoking.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM.
Harbourside Lodge has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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 self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Bicycle shuttle
  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 269 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • In a nature reserve
  • Marina
  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2000
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mediterranean architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 53-inch flat-screen TV with satellite premium channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 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 30.00 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.00 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
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
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property class

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

Property is also known as

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Harbourside Lodge Nelson
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Harbourside Lodge Hotel
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Harbourside Lodge Hotel Nelson

Harbourside Nelson Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 480 out of 693 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 693 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 693 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 693 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 693 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had everything you needed nice and quiet .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing little motel, highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely place, close to CBD, quiet and clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location Beautiful view Anchor Bar right there
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location within easy stroll to city centre
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and reasonable price
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Seamless checkin- very friendly and quiet area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicel view over the marina. Easy walk into the centre Comfy bed, nice simple breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and tidy…the lady on reception was very nice and helpful. The heatpump was on ready for our arrival and the bed was one of the most comfortable we have stayed on in a hotel/motel in a very long time x
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A little out of the way and breakfast only average…
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was incredibly friendly, the room was clean, shampoo/ conditioner/ bar soap in the bathroom were all great, and the view was wonderful. The only gripe is the breakfast is kinda lacking in options but it was good. Overall a lovely place
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Microwave, coffee , breakfast, nice location on the water. Nice and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had everything we needed for our two night stay
View from our room
Delicious food just next door
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy .Help staff and easy check in Large accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff, nice breakfast Close to Anchor restaurant Walkable to city centre
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and the views are peaceful on the Marina
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice view. Hit the spot for a quick stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Very clean, comfortable room right beside the harbour. Quiet area- nice to have dinner (from the Anchor Inn) on the patio
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice place with a breakfast. Easy walk to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very friendly staff, good to have breakfast included. Pleasant 20 minutes walk into town. Lovely view out the window. Good laundry facilities.. recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really helpful and friendly staff. We requested an early check in and room was ready when we got there. Room was spacious and clean. Short walk into the city centre. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and well equipped. Very simple check in and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is the perfect place to stay when in Nelson, beautiful views, clean and quiet. Belinda the manager was amazing and made us feel so welcome. Thank you so much we will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was just what we required. The breakfast in the morning was a greatly appreciated addition
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026