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Riverlodge Nelson

3.0 star property
3-star motel near Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre

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Garden
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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31 Collingwood Street, Nelson, 7010
  • Place, Trafalgar Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Christ Church Cathedral
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Founders Heritage Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Queen Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Large Studio | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Large Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Maitai Studio | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Maitai Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Family Apartment | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

One Bedroom Family Apartment

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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One Bedroom Apartment | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

One Bedroom Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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LCD TV

One Bedroom Access Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 700 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Two Bedroom Apartment | Living area | LCD TV

Two Bedroom Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 592 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Deluxe Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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LCD TV

Two Bedroom Access Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 3 Twin Beds

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Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Two Bedroom Suite

  • City view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Four Bedroom Holiday Home

  • City view
  • 1507 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 13
  • 4 Queen Beds and 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Nelson

Heart of Nelson.Within a 10-minute walk of this The Wood motel, you'll find Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre and Trafalgar Park. The Suter and Nelson Market are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Trafalgar Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Nelson Market - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Founders Heritage Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪River Kitchen Nelson - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Tides - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tasty Tucker Bakery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Suter Café - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Victus Coffee & Eatery - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Riverlodge Nelson

3-star motel near Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre
Riverlodge Nelson offers its guests a garden, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Nelson motel.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Riverlodge Nelson offers 11 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

This Nelson motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property 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)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. 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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Riverlodge Nelson to the airport?

Riverlodge Nelson is 5.2 mi (14-min drive) away from the Nelson (NSN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverlodge Nelson?

As of Feb 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverlodge Nelson on Mar 4, 2026 start from $101.79, 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 Riverlodge Nelson have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Riverlodge Nelson.

How close is Riverlodge Nelson to the beach?

This motel is 3.1 mi (8-min drive) from Tahunanui Beach Reserve.

Does Riverlodge Nelson offer free breakfast?

Riverlodge Nelson does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Riverlodge Nelson?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Riverlodge Nelson?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Riverlodge Nelson?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Riverlodge Nelson have a pool?

Riverlodge Nelson does not have a pool.

Does Riverlodge Nelson have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Riverlodge Nelson to downtown Nelson?

Riverlodge Nelson is 0.2 mi away from Nelson.

Riverlodge Nelson Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 137 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Yuki v. Helpful. But bed too small and dipped towards centre, making us roll together snd sleep badly. Door lock was sometimes difficult from inside.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice and convenient to town and Manuka Street Hospital.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosimeire Santos

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I chose this place because I wanted somewhere safe to park my car and easy to walk to town. Yuki was lovely and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money in a great location. Friendly staff and good amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
TV reception terrible. Would not stay again unless improved.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely big room, comfy big bed, great city & mountain view from balcony, short stroll into town and near lovely river walk .. great shower & BATH 👍🙏
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was ok for our needs. One thing that I was not happy with was the main bedroom had another bed in it which made room very tight. Suggest remove extra bed and bring the main bed out from the wall.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I booked a room with kitchen facilities. My Maitai Studio had no sink! We were expected to wash dishes, fill jugs, etc in the bathroom basin which was small and had fixed faucets.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, spacious, clean and well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location was convenient and walkable to dining and shopping options.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, lack A/C
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean but dated. Good location. Short walk into the town. Lovely cafe just across the bridge
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Bruce

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not what we expected based on the photos. The back door didn’t lock so we had to take our passports, cash, valuables with us whenever we left. Made it work for a couple nights but left early and found a better hotel. Never saw a hotel manager… everything done thru a RING camera.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Would stay again

This hotel is located close to the town center. It was well-apportioned and a nice place to stay. While there was one pay washer and dryer for guest use from 2 - 8 pm, the dryer was not efficient. Otherwise a very pleasant place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

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

Nice spot

Roomy . Quiet . Short walk to town . Great to have access to laundry equipment . Yuki was so friendly and welcoming . Would stay here again !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately you can hear the people in the next unit but apart from that it was clean tidy and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The accomodation was pleasant & relaxing. Location very good to access the town
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Phillipa, Glenfield

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to a lovely cafe and walkable to restaurants in the town centre
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Megan

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

10/10 Excellent

Augustine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great communication and easy check in. Yuki was lovely to deal with. The room was clean, well equipped and nice and quiet. An easy walk to town or the Trafalgar Centre. Highly recommend and would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karyn

Reception let us check in hrs early very helpful with two kids.Rang us when we left a ring behind.Friendly and helpful.Comfy beds.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

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

Older style apartment on edge of town

Excellent value and easy walk to the city centre. Large apartment with easy parking. Older style but everything works although the shower could use more water pressure
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024