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Palazzo Motor Lodge

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Christ Church Cathedral

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Two Bedroom | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Executive Studio | View from room
Front of property
Two Bedroom | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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159 Rutherford St, Nelson, 7010
  • Place, Christ Church Cathedral
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Nelson Market
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Trafalgar Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom with Spa Bath

Apartment, 1 Bedroom with Spa Bath | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Apartment, 1 Bedroom with Spa Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, Disability Access | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

Studio, Disability Access

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio with Spa | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio with Spa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive One Bedroom | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

Executive One Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Studio | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Executive Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

Two Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 700 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

One Bedroom Twin

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Three Bedroom Spa Suite

  • 861 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Nelson

Nelson City Centre stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Nelson City Centre hotel, you'll find Christ Church Cathedral and Nelson Market. Trafalgar Park and Nelson Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Christ Church Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nelson Provincial Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Nelson Market - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Queens Gardens - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Trafalgar Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tern Coffee House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hawker House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pita Pit Nelson - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Palazzo Motor Lodge

5-star luxury hotel near Christ Church Cathedral
As a guest of Palazzo Motor Lodge, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. The luxury Palazzo Motor Lodge also features express check-out and RV/bus/truck parking. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Nelson hotel.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Smoking in designated areas
Palazzo Motor Lodge offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels and Netflix. Accommodations at this 5-star hotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Nelson hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 15.50 per person

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Books

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 24 and January 6.
The property is closed: New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 40.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 30 per night.

Property payment types

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 15.50 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 40.0 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

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
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.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in each accommodation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Palazzo Motor Lodge to the airport?

Palazzo Motor Lodge is 4.5 mi (8-min drive) away from the Nelson (NSN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Palazzo Motor Lodge?

As of Dec 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palazzo Motor Lodge on Dec 20, 2025 start from $75.66, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Palazzo Motor Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Palazzo Motor Lodge.

How close is Palazzo Motor Lodge to the beach?

This hotel is 3.1 mi (10-min drive) from Tahunanui Beach Reserve.

Does Palazzo Motor Lodge offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Palazzo Motor Lodge, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 15.50 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Palazzo Motor Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Palazzo Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Palazzo Motor Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Palazzo Motor Lodge have a pool?

Palazzo Motor Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Palazzo Motor Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Palazzo Motor Lodge to downtown Nelson?

Palazzo Motor Lodge is 0.5 mi away from Nelson.

Palazzo Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 451 out of 540 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 540 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 540 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 540 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 540 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good. Excellent condition.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Abbey

Traveled with family
Do not book here. We specifically booked a spa room arrived to a basic room with a shower. Expedia have no idea what rooms they have available so just book you anything but at the cost of the more expensive room. Expedia refused to refund. Palazzo refuse to refund. Payed top dollar for a basic ass room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice motel and very nice managers. Great spot.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice people. Room housekeeping great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A modern, well presented and extremely clean premises. The staff were very friendly, professional and helpful. A standout was when our room was tidied daily, it was left looking exactly as it was when we booked in. Highly recommend and we will definitely be back, again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean tidy and close to town
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raewyn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all round, clean comfy room, with oral workspace for laptop and notes as a corporate traveller.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and quiet place to stay in central Nelson, clean and modern.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good layout
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great stay with wonderful hosts. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff and attention to detail is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trish

Clean, tidy and well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduard

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

Definite YES!!

Most friendly welcome after a long day traveling, room temperature perfect. Robyn (host) got the restaurants spot on and CBD in walkable distance. Spotless rooms have everything you need!! Thank you Palazzo!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, very comfy room. Easy walk to city, restaurants and theatre
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Outstanding

Robyn & Max are incredibly amazing, they are very friendly & helpful. The rooms are spacious, very clean, and well equipped. Great amenities. The motor lodge offered a very pleasant stay. I recommend staying at this motor lodge and will do next time.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

WAYNE

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It has been a few years since i last stayed at the Palazzo. Was previously under different management and a great place to stay. Now has new ownership and if it is possible, it is even better than before. Super comfortable, clean, modern and warm. Manager is super friendly too. I have no hesitation in recommending the Palazzo to other travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

Fantastic

Could not speak highly enough of the service info provided and the central location and rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a great hotel! Rooms were very nice – spacious, clean, and quiet at night. The owners Max and Robyn are on site and were both super friendly, with lots of recommendations for things to do and places to eat. Hotel is within easy walking distance of the Nelson city center. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff, gave great recommendations for dinner and activities to do on our drive the next day. Would highly recommend you stay here while visiting Nelson.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zhining, Eden Prairie

Very good place, we have everything we need!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025