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A breakfast tray with a croissant, fruit preserves, and two glasses of champagne on a white table in a modern hotel room with a view of a cityscape.

1. The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson
5.0 star property
The Wood
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (754 reviews)
"Very modern, clean room. Staff very helpful and friendly on checkin. Excellent kitchen facilities and extras"
Australia
Lynne
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
The Sails Nelson
A modern hotel room with a large central dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

2. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Palazzo Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (634 reviews)
"Warm clean and close to everything"
Australia
Sandra
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Palazzo Motor Lodge
A room with a view of a coastal landscape, featuring a table with chairs, a wicker sofa, and a wooden ceiling.

3. The Wheelhouse Inn

The Wheelhouse Inn
3.5 star property
Britannia Heights
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (241 reviews)
"Nice view"
Singapore
GERALDINE HUEY YING
The price is €141
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
The Wheelhouse Inn
A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.

4. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
The Wood
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,438 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Convenient location to town"
New Zealand
Nathan
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
A modern house with a balcony, large windows, and a dining area.

5. Century Park Motor Lodge

Century Park Motor Lodge
5.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (375 reviews)
"It was quiet and within walking distance of downtown and a few restaurants very friendly place"
United States
Michael Diana
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Century Park Motor Lodge
A balcony with a table set for breakfast, including croissants, a bottle, and a tray with a drink.

6. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (465 reviews)
"We can highly recommend this motel. The Location is good, our room was really nice with an outdoor sitting area and great amenities, The host is a wealth of knowledge and is more than eager to share it."
Australia
Gary
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson
A waterfront property with a two-story house featuring a balcony, a swimming pool, and a rocky shoreline.

7. Harbourside Nelson

Harbourside Nelson
4.0 star property
Port Nelson
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (705 reviews)
"Great location, good ammenities including washer&dryer. Helpful staff and almost adjacent to an excellent restaurant and bar."
Australia
Barry
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Harbourside Nelson
An aerial view of a swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a brick patio and palm trees.

8. Palms Motel

Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (331 reviews)
"Great service, great motel. An excellent location."
Australia
Michael
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Palms Motel
A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.

9. Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
4.5 star property
The Wood
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly team, great service, and a hassle-free stay every time. Definitely my go-to place in town."
Australia
Diane
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Tides Hotel
A pathway leading through a garden with a red mailbox labeled 'NO CIRCULARS' and the number '10'.

10. Tasman Bay Backpackers

Tasman Bay Backpackers
2.0 star property
The Wood
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (151 reviews)
"Extremely convenient location with parking"
Australia
Megan
The price is €49
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Tasman Bay Backpackers
A staircase with a geometric stained glass window above, wooden handrails, and potted plants on the right.

11. Admirals Motor Inn

Admirals Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (371 reviews)
"Great value with everything you need. Love the separate kitchen! Great service from Fraser. Friendly and helpful staff."
Australia
Susan
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Admirals Motor Inn
A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.

12. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Room was great but would of been good to at least have had a microwave. Love that had the restaurant right there. Great food and staff"
Australia
Marg
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Hotel Nelson
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a large window with curtains, and a view of buildings and hills.

13. Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (520 reviews)
"Great staff."
Australia
Angela
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Quest Nelson
A small, single-story building with a red-framed door and windows, a wooden deck with benches and chairs, and a gravel ground.

14. Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park

Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Nelson South
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (181 reviews)
"Clean, tidy and has all you need. Had kitchen cabin with no bathroom, was very spacious. Happy with our stay. We were happy with shared bathroom, very clean and fresh."
Australia
Teresa
The price is €51
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
A dining table set with chairs, a view of a town and hills in the background.

15. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson
4.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (646 reviews)
"Easy location parking and food onsite"
New Zealand
Jason
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a freezer, and a sign indicating kitchen cleaning times.

16. YHA Nelson - Backpackers

YHA Nelson - Backpackers
2.0 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (109 reviews)
"I would stay here again. Everything is well organised. Perfect for 1-2 nights."
Germany
Reinhard
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
YHA Nelson - Backpackers
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a door.

17. Riverlodge Nelson

Riverlodge Nelson
3.0 star property
The Wood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (149 reviews)
"Good location very reasonable prices "
Australia
Michael
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Riverlodge Nelson
A motel with a paved driveway, a signboard, and a well-lit entrance.

18. Kings Gate Motel

Kings Gate Motel
3.5 star property
The Wood
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (144 reviews)
"We had the small room, it was adequate for our needs, hot plate, microwave, fridge, all we needed was there, was very clean and tidy, bed was firm and very comfortable, very large spa bath, which was lovely. Latch on toilet window was broken couldn't find anyone to tell before we left, everything in the unit was well maintained, and clean, outside needed a bit of tidying , we would definitely return to stay."
Australia
William
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Kings Gate Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the outside.

19. Arcadia Motel

Arcadia Motel
3.5 star property
Tahunanui
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (223 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 €79
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Arcadia Motel
A hotel named Saxton Lodge with a sign indicating directions to Saxton Field Sports Complex.

20. Saxton Lodge

Saxton Lodge
5.0 star property
Stoke
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (449 reviews)
"Great place to stay and the food at restaurant is fantastic"
Australia
Jo-Anne
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Saxton Lodge
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Frequently asked questions

Searching for gay-friendly accommodation in Nelson?
Book a place where you can be yourself! You'll find gay-friendly hotels in Nelson on Expedia. Travellers are often drawn to Nelson for its beaches and shops.
What is the favourite LGBTQ-friendly place to stay in Nelson?
Woodstock Suite is a top LGBTQ-friendly guest house that features free Wi-Fi and free parking. Tahuna Beach Holiday Park and Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson are other good choices for your stay.
How many LGBTQ-friendly accommodation options will I find in Nelson?
There are currently 5 LGBTQ-friendly lodging options in Nelson.
What is there to see in Nelson?
During your trip, get out and enjoy everything Nelson has to offer. You and your travelling companions may want to visit Nelson Market, Trafalgar Park and Queens Gardens. While you're here, create some great memories of your trip with stops at Centre of New Zealand Monument, Founders Heritage Park and Tahunanui Beach Reserve.
What is a gay-friendly hotel in Nelson?
LGBTQ-friendly hotels welcome all travellers who identify as LGBTQIA+. We have worked with the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) to compile a selection of gay-friendly hotels worldwide. In Nelson, hotels affiliated with IGLTA will provide lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender adventurers with the information needed to design the trip of a lifetime.
What can I expect from an LGBTQ-friendly Nelson hotel?
Take a holiday from the ordinary; stay at an LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Nelson, and get a warm welcome from a community you belong to. Some of Expedia's LGBTQ-friendly hotels go the extra mile and offer concierge services that provide information about nearby LGBTQ restaurants and local events.

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