Nelson & Golden Bay, Accommodation

Kaiteri Lodge is ideal for families with its beach front accommodation right on the front of beautiful Kaiteriteri in Nelson, near the Abel Tasman National Park. There are three golden beaches within 5 minutes stroll, each one is picture perfect, unspoilt and safe for swimming. Our facilities include bike hire, bar/ restaurant, woodfired pizza, luxury spa pool, an outdoor BBQ area, TV Lounge, and internet. Close by are kayaks for hire (the bay and lagoon areas are safe for kayakers under 14 years), mini golf and a children's playground. Our family suite is 2 rooms with interconnecting door and ensuite, and can be either 2 super kings doubles, 4 singles or 1 super king double and two singles. Sun filled days, golden beaches, and homely, comfortable accommodation awaits you at Kaiteri Lodge.

Located only 5 minutes walk from the famous Tahunanui Beach and 10 minutes drive from Nelsons city centre, the Fountain Resort Motel is quite simply fantastic for families! Enjoy our spacious, enclosed grounds featuring an adventure playground complete with flying fox, trampoline, swings and slide and bouncy castle. The solar-heated swimming pool area is a great place for a family BBQ or to simply relax on the loungers enjoying the Nelson sunshine. We have a mini-gymnasium on offer in our meeting room, which is also available for functions or reunions. One and two-bedroom apartments available.

A peaceful oasis just a short walk from Motueka High Street, yet situated in a quiet parkland setting adjacent to a native bush reserve. Our 5 star motel grounds include a children's play area with trampoline and swings, fully fenced heated swimming pool, private spa, spacious lawns, BBQ and two acres of gardens. We're conveniently located for the Motueka 18-hole golf course, central Motueka, supermarkets, shops, restaurants, cinemas, facilities, Motueka Sandspit and saltwater baths, Kaiteriteri Beach, The Abel Tasman and Kahurangi National Parks. Family, double and studio units sleeping up to 6. Plenty of off street parking for cars, boats & trailers, breakfast - continental or fully cooked available on request, guest laundry, email/internet kiosk on-site. Listen to birdsong, not traffic!

Just a 10-minute walk from Kaiteriteri Beach, Kimi Ora Eco Resort offers rooms, one and two bedroom apartments with a balcony and sea views. All rooms offer a kitchen, dining and lounge area with a satellite flat-screen TV and a DVD player. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi, free breakfast and a fantastic range of onsite facilities : spa and wellness centre, heated indoor or outdoor pools, hot tubs, steam room, saunas, games room with billiards and table tennis table and climbing wall. Forest nature walks (including night walks to spot glowworms) and the famous Kaiteriteri Mountain Bike Park are on and next to our property. Bikes available.

Kimi Ora Restaurant serves vegetarian cuisine. Your free continental buffet breakfast includes cereals, organic cheese and yogurt, fresh fruit salad, toasts, spreads, nuts, juice and organic tea and coffee.

Architecturally-designed, sunny, iconically Kiwi, family-friendly, private, 3 bedroomed cottage set amidst 7 acres of glorious Nelson lifestyle with farm walks, swimmable pond, treehut, playground, sheep, chickens, orchard; Mapua seaside village with cafes, wharf, beaches, shops 4 min drive away. Very close to wineries, galleries, Nelson, Abel Tasman National Park. Babysitter list. Corru Gate has a zany kitchen, a classy bathroom (bath with shower over), an open-plan lounge/dining area, local/NZ art and French doors opening onto a sun-drenched deck and designer garden. Fully equipped with dishwasher, laundry, stereo, TV, DVD, telephone, internet, BBQ.

Mohua Motels 20 modern upmarket units - enjoy rural views and the ranges in the west from a sun drenched patio. The grounds are designed with native and flowering plants encouraging bird life to complement the sound of the nearby river; adding to the tranquility of the Motel's setting - all just a short walk to restaurants, hotels, cafes and shops in Takaka. Centrally located between Abel Tasman National Park and Kahurangi National Park.

The perfect spot for an unforgettable holiday or short break, overlooking sun-drenched Mapua and the Tasman Sea, a haven of tranquillity amidst established gardens brimming with fruit and nut trees and flourishing birdlife. • Plum Tree House offers elegant B&B accommodation for up to 4. • Quince Cottage, a fully equipped, 3-bedroom house sleeping up to 6 people. • Swimming pool. Only a short 4 minute drive from bustling Mapua wharf with its lively cafés, restaurants, bars and shops, in easy reach of vineyards, farmers markets, the Great Taste Cycle Trail, beaches and 3 National Parks. You are spoiled for choice.

The Rocks chalets Accommodation with onsite restaurant centrally located just outside Takaka, minutes from the beautiful beaches and attractions of Golden Bay. Affordable, private, 4-star plus, luxury island-style villas await you. The villas are private and individually nestled amongst limestone outcrops. Each ensuite villa boasts: king or queen-size beds, TV, DVD, air-conditioning, Free internet connection and WiFi, Tea & Coffee making facilities, fridge, mini bar,private deck and all the comforts you could wish for. The on site restaurant was literally built on top of a large rock, and set in 4 acres of award-winning gardens with karst rock formations.

Located in central Nelson and opposite to Trafalgar Park, you are only minutes from restaurants, cafes, shops, supermarkets and more.  There is a swimming pool and entertainment area for your family to enjoy and an accommodation selection from their one or two bedroom self-contained family units.

The perfect seaside holiday at Pohara Beachfront Motel, located right on the beach with wonderful seaviews across the Bay to Farewell Spit and Abel Tasman National Park, and set in the heart of Pohara Village. Comfortable units and a relaxing atmosphere combine to ensure a truly enjoyable holiday. Wake up to the sound of the waves on the foreshore, swim at the safe beach, walk to cafes, restaurants and bars, and soak up the stunning scenery.

Modern sunny designer iconically-Kiwi family-friendly private cottages/houses set amidst 7 acres of glorious Nelson lifestyle with farm walks, swimmable pond, treehut, playground, sheep, chickens, organic orchard, art. Mapua seaside village with cafes, wharf, beaches, shops is 3 min drive or 10 min cycle away. Very close to vineyards, galleries, Nelson, Abel Tasman National Park. Babysitter list available - dine out at the Wharf cafes at Mapua, knowing that the kids are tucked up safely in bed 4 minutes away.

The Sandcastle holiday accommodation is perfect for families wanting to get away from the crowds. We even welcome pets! We offer six fully self-contained cottages, each with their own private deck, set in two hectares of tranquil gardens which look down to the sea, a mere five minutes walk away. The Sandcastle's many extra features include our popular spa and sauna, a wood-fired pizza oven, a BBQ, and a hall where children can play table tennis or watch a movie on wet days. There is no extra charge for any of the above activities. We can deliver a delicious breakfast, mostly sourced from our organic gardens, direct to your cottage. We want your stay to be excellent value and unlimited WiFi is also free of charge.

Get right away from it all. Stay in our luxurious chalets and explore the Wild West Coast of Golden Bay. The chalets have all linen provided and are serviced daily. Each chalet has a fully equipped kitchen if you want to cook for yourselves or you can make the most of your days and enjoy our lovely 3 course evening meals served to you in the luxury of your chalet. If you don't want to relax and enjoy the total peace quiet and birdsong, there are walks you can do from your chalet through the wetland or along the old logging roads through some of our beautiful native bush. The West Coast is just a few minutes drive. Plus we have a really lovely glow worm grotto that we are happy to take our guests through.

Collingwood Park Motel is a newly renovated motel and RVA/Motor Home site in the centre of Collingwood. We have 9 self-contained units sleeping 2-5 and 2 budget units sleeping 2-3. We are on the beautiful Aorere Estuary close to Farewell Spit, the Heaphy Track, Rosy Glow Chocolates, Cape Farewell Horse Treks and numerous art and pottery outlets.

Take all the hassle out of your holidays with absolute beachfront camping renowned for its family atmosphere and safe swimming beach for the kids. Take a walk in the famous Abel Tasman National Park or enjoy our parkside cafes and bars. We have a variety of accommodation options, including two bedroom deluxe motel units- fully self-contained and ideal for families, powered and tent sites, comfortable well equipped standard and kitchen cabins, and fully-serviced luxury motels. Paraplegic facilities are also available. All motel units have two bedrooms and a divan in the lounge, and are fully equipped with kitchen, TV, radio, heaters and electric blankets.

Situated on 54 acres of parkland next to Tahuna Beach, fun park, golf course and airport; 5km to Nelson city centre. Studio units, kitchen cabins and standard cabins, sleeping up to 6. Powered and non-powered sites also available. Facilities include play areas, petanque, BBQ, babies’ bathroom, new communal facilities, laundry and linen hire, TV room and Sky TV lounge, on-site dairy, cafe and restaurant, coach/boat parking, postal and tourist information services, phone/fax/email/photocopy facilities.

Set within Abel Tasman National Park and accessible only by water taxi or helicopter, Awaroa Lodge offers modern accommodation surrounded by native gardens and beach. There is a restaurant, café and a bar on site. Guests can explore the coastal walking tracks or go kayaking and fishing nearby. All accommodation has a small fridge and tea and coffee making facilities. Each has a seating area. Some offer a patio or deck with outdoor seating. Wi-Fi access is available throughout the property, however there is no cellphone reception in the area and the Lodge is a TV free zone. Awaroa Restaurant and Café is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days per week. Cuisine includes produce from its own organic garden, local seafood and New Zealand beef and lamb dishes. There is also an Outdoor Pizzeria open year round weather permitting.

Perfectly situated between Nelson city and the Abel Tasman National Park. Appleby House (large contemporary house) as a Holiday Home or By The Room, three rooms available:Turquoise Room - suitable one couple, downstairs Apartment - suitable couple (plus one child if required), upstairs Apartment - sleeps four - 2 x Queen beds. Onsite we also have Rabbit Island Huts sleeps 2 - a little bit hotel, little bit glamping and little bit traditional kiwi camping. Great for families coming together. We also offer complimentary local specialty breads, Appleby House made condiments and specialty teas and coffees.

Located in the heart of Golden Bay, our holiday park is the perfect holiday haven. Relax on our very safe beautiful beach or explore the surrounds. Our park, cabins and beach houses are situated right alongside secluded Tukurua Beach, on spacious grounds bounded by native bush AND we do flybuys. BBQ, playground and store onsite - Plus we are the closest holiday park to the infamous Mussel Inn which is just 3k from us.

Only 800m to Nelson city and hospital, we have excellent family accommodation and facilities with 71 studio and 1&2brm units and a restaurant and bar, swimming pool (summer), spa, playground and barbecue area. All units have tea/coffee making facilities (28 with fully equipped kitchen); microwave, fridge, mini bar, bath/shower (13 units with spa bath), hair dryer, phone, internet access, Sky TV, electric blankets, iron/ironing board. Cot and highchair available. Cooked/continental breakfast, room service, on-site laundry.