Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

3.5 star property

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A balcony with a table set for breakfast, including croissants, a bottle, and a tray with a drink.
Check-in/check-out kiosk
A living room with a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, a lamp, and a TV.
One Bedroom Apartment
Two Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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214 Rutherford St, Nelson, 7010
  • Place, Christ Church Cathedral
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Nelson Market
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Queen Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

King Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

One Bedroom Spa Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

One Bedroom Apartment

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are available at this motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Change of towels is available on request.
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson offers 10 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and rice cookers. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 35-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Fairfield Park. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and breakfast (surcharge) are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, a car charging station, and a terrace
  • Onsite recreation includes bike rentals
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Christ Church Cathedral and Nelson Market
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson offers its guests a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Nelson motel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy continental breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 20 for adults and NZD 20 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2002
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 35-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 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), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 20 for adults and NZD 20 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses some wind, solar, and geothermal energy
Safety features at this property include 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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 7:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive key retrieval information.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Chelsea Motor Lodge
Chelsea Park Motor
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
Chelsea Park Motor Nelson
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Motel
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Motel Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 344 out of 457 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 457 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 457 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 457 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 457 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Evlampia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walking distance to city centre and restaurants, great room and proactive host.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Carina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, close to centre of town and very friendly owner and staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Sallie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and conveniently close to town
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ngaire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so accommodating and thoughtful. The self contained 2 bedroom apartment was perfect for 4x adults and we loved that we could have the windows open. Location perfect for a gentle walk to a wonderful strip of restaurants and shops. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly hosts and comfy rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

sarah-jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean,spacious,newly painted…very well equipped
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff, nice clean rooms. Easy 10 minute walk to city centre
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Siu

Interior was of good standard, property was neat & tidy and the staff were excellent, the owner was very informative and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service on checkin and checkout. Noisy area, though - lots of fireworks and outdoor partying very close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly and professional team.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and clean room in the lovely town Nelson. The owner was really helpful for us when we were worrying about the ferry and the weather too - we made it across the strait in one piece lol! He was great to interact with and all of the staff were very helpful with recommendations for the area. The TV and cooking amenities were very good too. Thanks for a lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, well appointed room. Great value.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome, with a lot of useful information about the facilities and local area. Spotlessly clean and well presented, with very comfortable bed, quiet patio, and well equipped kitchenette - even included a cafetière and coffee, which was a nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay here will use again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. Extremely comfortable lodging and friendly and easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money so close to town
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Larrissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely quiet and great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close walking distance to the downtown with several restaurants to choose from.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lukas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place and well kept!

Great location next to a lot of bars and restaurants. Good place to stay before a ferry ride as well!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Easy walk to the town centre. Nelson is well worth a visit.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025