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1. The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson
5.0 star property
The Wood, 7.7 km from Maitai
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (747 reviews)
"good location, helpful staff. Great place to stay"
Australia
Suzannah
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
The Sails Nelson
Aerial view

2. Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
3.5 star property
10.9 km from Maitai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (904 reviews)
" Classy English style property with nice restaurants close by"
New Zealand
David
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
Exterior

3. Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
The Wood, 7.5 km from Maitai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"Pleasant stay and great location."
Australia
Nicholas
The price is €61
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Tides Hotel
Balcony view

4. Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 7.1 km from Maitai
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (365 reviews)
"The staff were helpful at check in. The rooms were comfortable and clean. I would recommend this location"
Australia
Gavin
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Century Park Motor Lodge
Superior Room

5. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South, 7 km from Maitai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"The breakfast was excellent"
Australia
Andrew
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
The Hotel Nelson
Exterior

6. Harbourside Lodge

Harbourside Lodge
4.0 star property
Port Nelson, 8.3 km from Maitai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (688 reviews)
"Had everything you needed nice and quiet ."
Australia
Wayne
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Harbourside Lodge
Executive Studio

7. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre, 7.2 km from Maitai
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (616 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay lovely clean unit , great location,will be back"
Australia
Murray
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Palazzo Motor Lodge
The Lookout | Interior

8. The Wheelhouse Inn

The Wheelhouse Inn
3.5 star property
Britannia Heights, 8.8 km from Maitai
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (238 reviews)
"Amazing views, had everything we needed. Wish we would have stayed longer, and would happily stay here again!"
United States
Kate
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The Wheelhouse Inn
Studio (Super King)

9. Arcadia Motel

Arcadia Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 9.8 km from Maitai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (221 reviews)
"Staff was quick to respond and very accommodating to our late arrival. Very comfy beds and quiet area."
United States
Beverly
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Arcadia Motel
Terrace/patio

10. Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park

Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Nelson South, 7.6 km from Maitai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (178 reviews)
"Immaculate, well-equipped room; great service and location (15-minute walk from CBD). "
Australia
Guy
The price is €56
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
Exterior

11. Saxton Lodge

Saxton Lodge
5.0 star property
Stoke, 11.2 km from Maitai
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (446 reviews)
"Great place to stay and the food at restaurant is fantastic"
Australia
Jo-Anne
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Saxton Lodge
Breakfast meal

12. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 7.1 km from Maitai
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (460 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay. Loved our room, great location & super helpful & friendly staff too 10/10."
Australia
Bronwyn
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
Reception

13. The Beachcomber Hotel

The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 9.3 km from Maitai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (687 reviews)
"So convenient to the beautiful Sandy beach and a large selection of activities. Great shopping from Nelson to Richmond. Well priced and very helpful and friendly staff😘"
Australia
Shirl
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
The Beachcomber Hotel
Classic Two Bedroom Motel Sleeps 5 | Living area

14. Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 9.8 km from Maitai
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (271 reviews)
"Very family friendly with lots of activities on site. Cabin we stayed in was amazing. Kitchenette was very handy as we made our own food."
Australia
Kaea
The price is €61
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
Beach

15. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui, 9.2 km from Maitai
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (243 reviews)
"Great location and great room with space to make you feel at home. The hosts were friendly and everything was very easy"
Australia
Nathan
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Beaches Nelson
Standard King Room

16. The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
11 km from Maitai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (512 reviews)
"The room was nice and clean with a great view of the "
Australia
Monica
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Pool

17. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
The Wood, 7.6 km from Maitai
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,426 reviews)
"Great property"
Australia
Damian
The price is €61
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Interior detail

18. Admirals Motor Inn

Admirals Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Nelson South, 7 km from Maitai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (367 reviews)
"Fantastic staff. So friendly. I really enjoy staying here"
Australia
Brendon
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Admirals Motor Inn
Family Unit 1

19. Tudor Lodge Motel

Tudor Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui, 9.2 km from Maitai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (224 reviews)
"Great place to stay, within walking distance to restaurants and the beach. We even walked to the airport from the motel."
Australia
Anna
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Tudor Lodge Motel
Front of property

20. Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre, 7 km from Maitai
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (512 reviews)
"Very helpful and friendly staff with clean and neat rooms."
Australia
Gideon
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Quest Nelson
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Where to stay in Maitai

Find the best Maitai areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A stone monument with a carved figure, a tall tower with a pointed roof, and a clear sky.
Photo by Mark Wilkinson
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Nelson City Centre

Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Market and Queens Gardens.

A coastal town with houses on a hillside, a road with vehicles, and a large mountain in the background.

Tahunanui

Tahunanui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Natureland Zoo while you're in town.

A beach with a sandy shore, calm water, and a small island with trees.

Stoke

Stoke is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like McCashin's Brewery and Marsden Recreation Ground.

Tahunanui beach in Nelson, South Island, New Zealand

Nelson South

Unique features of Nelson South include the spas and restaurants. Make a stop by Fairfield Park or Victory Square while you're exploring the area.

Toi Toi

Though Toi Toi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nelson Market and Tahunanui Beach Reserve.

Top Maitai Hotel Reviews

Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"We had a top stay in the Ambassador room! Totally appropriate for the ambassadors that we are. :-) The owners couldn't be more helpful if you wanted them to be, I wish all motels/hotels were as good as the Palazzo! Cheers! Dave"
David 2-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Palazzo Motor Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Maitai?
You'll be sure to have fun exploring Nelson's Maitai neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Centre of New Zealand Monument and Brook Waimarama Sanctuary as part of your Maitai travel plans.
Where is the best place to stay in Maitai?
For your stay in Maitai, Villa Maitai - Central Nelson Holiday Home is one of the top choices based on our traveller data.
How many hotels are there in the Maitai area?
Expedia has 6 Maitai hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Nelson area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Maitai, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals in Maitai.
What can I see and do in this Nelson neighbourhood?
Centre of New Zealand Monument, Brook Waimarama Sanctuary and Waahi Taakaro Golf Club are just a few attractions to check out in Maitai. A visit to Botanical Reserve is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood.