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About the Hotel

26 Waimea Road, Nelson, New Zealand

Accommodation Options

Admirals Motor Inn offers self-contained units with kitchen facilities, private bathrooms, and spacious lounge areas with satellite TV. Options include studios with kitchenettes featuring microwaves, toasters, kettles, and refrigerators. Two-bedroom executive units are available with separate bedrooms, some featuring balconies or patios. All rooms include free WiFi and premium bedding.

On-Site Dining

A restaurant next door to the motel offers in-room dining for guests. Some local restaurants and cafes within walking distance provide chargeback arrangements for motel guests.

Nelson Region Activities

The Nelson/Tasman region features the 175km Great Taste Trail for cycling and walking, mountain biking trails including Dun Mountain and Codgers, and 25 boutique wineries. The area is New Zealand's sole hop-growing region with craft breweries like Founders Organic Brewery. Art and craft tours showcase local artists, and the Saturday Market in Montgomery Square offers local crafts and food.

Central Nelson Location

Located 1.3 km from Nelson CBD, the motel is within walking distance of local shops, restaurants, and cafes. It's 750m from Nelson Girls College, 2.3km from Port Nelson, 7.6km from Nelson Airport, and 6.8km from Tahunanui Beach. The property is also close to Nelson Hospital and Nelson College.

Host Services

Owners Fraser and Kelly Weir provide local advice and help plan holidays around the Nelson and Tasman region. They assist with organizing wine tours, transportation to Abel Tasman National Park, and recommendations for local attractions and activities.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.

Economy Studio

2 persons

30 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Two-Bedroom Apartment

2 persons

45 m²

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Heating

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Budget Studio

2 persons

30 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Standard Studio

2 persons

30 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

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City Centre

Nelson 1.5 km

Airports

Nelson (NSN) 8.0 km

Takaka (KTF) 108.1 km

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Cycling
Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Shuttle service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Grocery shopping service

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Garden furniture
Dining table

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

Electric blankets

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

26 Waimea Road, Nelson, New Zealand

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26 Waimea Road, Nelson, New Zealand

City landmarks

Museum

Nelson Provincial Museum

1.3 km

Market

The Nelson Market

1.3 km

Garden

Queen's Gardens

2.2 km

Gallery

Wall To Wall Art Nelson

1.1 km

Gallery

The Suter Art Gallery

2.2 km

Landmark

Little Beehive Co-Op

830 m

Gallery

Red Art Gallery & Cafe

1.0 km

Landmark

Botanical Gardens

2.2 km

Landmark

Dance to the Music of Time

1.9 km

Gallery

Saligia

1.6 km

Gallery

ATELIER Studio

810 m

Mall

Morrison Square

910 m

Landmark

Atkins Gallery

1.0 km

Gallery

Quiet Dog Gallery

1.1 km

Landmark

Anzac Park

1.1 km

Landmark

Parker Gallery

1.1 km

Landmark

Southern Wilderness

1.3 km

Landmark

Maitai Walkway

1.3 km

Landmark

Centre of New Zealand

3.2 km

Landmark

Huangshi Garden

1.4 km

Landmark

Rutherford Park

1.4 km

Park

Founders Heritage Park

2.7 km

Landmark

Girlies Hole

1.6 km

Landmark

Helibike Nelson

1.6 km

Landmark

Codgers Trails

2.3 km

Landmark

Centre of New Zealand Monument

3.2 km

Nearby

Church

Christ Church Cathedral

160 m

Gallery

South Street Gallery

160 m

48 Van Diemen St

Fairfield House

160 m

26 Brougham St

Melrose House

160 m

Restaurants

Flames on 40 Restaurant Bar

90 m

40 Waimea Road

Rustic Cuisine

240 m

228 Rutherford Street

Melrose House Cafe

710 m

26 Brougham Street very top of Trafalgar Street!

Oceano

740 m

27 Nile Street West Trafalgar Square

Port-O-Call Bar

740 m

27 Nile Street W Rutherford Hotel

Cod & Lobster Brasserie

990 m

300 Trafalgar Street

Ford's Restaurant and Bar

1.0 km

276 Trafalgar Street

East St

930 m

8 Church Street City Central

Golden Bell Thai Restaurant

900 m

104 Hardy Street

The Vic Brewbar

1.0 km

281 Trafalgar Street

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ADMIRALS MOTOR INN, Nelson – A Smart Stay in the City

About the Hotel

Accommodation Options

On-Site Dining

Nelson Region Activities

Central Nelson Location

Host Services

Choose the Room

Check Dates & Room Rates

Getting around

Amenities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Business

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Bedroom

Media

Room decor

Location

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