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Gladstone Motel Nelson

4.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4.5-star Richmond motel

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A modern hotel with a two-story structure, large windows, and a parking area.
A motel with a sign indicating it is vacant, a stone wall, and a fence.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a sofa.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a sliding door to a balcony, and a view of the outdoors.
Family Unit | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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19 Gladstone Road, Richmond, 7001
  • Place, Richmond Mall
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Tahunanui Beach Reserve
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaiteriteri Beach
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a sliding door to a balcony, and a view of the outdoors.

2 Bedroom Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Unit | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Family Unit

  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Executive Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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One Bedroom | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

One Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Executive Access Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Richmond

Near the airport.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Richmond Mall and 2 miles (3 km) of Fossil Ridge Winery with a stay here. Pic's Peanut Butter World and McCashin's Brewery are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Richmond Mall - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Trafalgar Park - 21 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 21 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Founders Heritage Park - 26 min drive - 12.4 miles
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 48 min drive - 38.5 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Alchemy Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Zink - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coffee On Queen - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sprig + Fern Upper Queen - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Gladstone Motel Nelson

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4.5-star Richmond motel
Gladstone Motel Nelson offers its guests a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle during limited hours is available for a fee. Gladstone Motel Nelson also features laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and room service (during limited hours). Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Richmond motel.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Gladstone Motel Nelson offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4.5-star motel have kitchenettes with microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. 32-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Free self parking on site
  • 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 for adults and NZD 10 for children

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • No elevator
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 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

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.00 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.00 per stay.

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 15.00 for adults and NZD 10.00 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 30 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.00 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.00 per stay

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, 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property class

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Gladstone Motel Nelson-Tasman/Richmond, New Zealand
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Gladstone Motel Nelson to the airport?

Gladstone Motel Nelson is 5.8 mi (10-min drive) away from the Nelson (NSN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gladstone Motel Nelson?

As of Jul 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gladstone Motel Nelson on Aug 18, 2026 start from $104, including 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 Gladstone Motel Nelson have an airport shuttle?

Gladstone Motel Nelson offers an airport shuttle during limited hours, for a charge of NZD 30 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Gladstone Motel Nelson to the beach?

This motel is 6.4 mi (11-min drive) from Tahunanui Beach Reserve.

Does Gladstone Motel Nelson offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Gladstone Motel Nelson, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 15.00 for adults and NZD 10.00 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Gladstone Motel Nelson?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Gladstone Motel Nelson?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at Gladstone Motel Nelson?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Gladstone Motel Nelson have a pool?

Gladstone Motel Nelson does not have a pool.

Does Gladstone Motel Nelson have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Gladstone Motel Nelson to downtown Richmond?

Gladstone Motel Nelson is 1.9 mi away from Richmond.

Gladstone Motel Nelson Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 119 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property close to shops if needed. Clean and comfortable rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious, comfortable and warm. friendly hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Immaculately clean modern motel room with private outdoor seating area at the back. Comfy bed. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel, everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luigi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent motel spacious room clean great service nothing to fault
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very pleasant place to stay, staff friendly and rooms very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just lovely and great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice motel, with a really nice friendly host, great location and facilities, a very comfortable stay.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely owners. Nice place for price. Tight parking fir a truck
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay was good thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hosts were amazing Great location Very Spacious units
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great location. Staff were super friendly and the room was lovely and clean and serviced each day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn’t fault our stay and the facilities. Hosts were very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Visit for friend's birthday, professional, clean and pleasant short stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tania

Nice and quiet even being close to a main road. Helpful owners with good knowledge of dining options in and around the area. Very clean was all we needed for one nights stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Great hotel in Richmond

Excellent service very comfortable and very clean. Great location even had a trim milk for us.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable. Owner helpful and had good suggestions of where to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean, spacious and quiet, with very good facilities. Also within walking distance of shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol B

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

Wonderful Location

Easy access to Abel Tasman. Walking distance to very good restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the Gladstone for a week whilst visiting family. Ideal location, spotlessly clean, rooms serviced daily. Has a really nice homely feel to the property, with all the comforts of home in the rooms. Would highly recommend, and will definitely stay again on our next trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A great place to stay. Every thing we needed. Staff excellent. Many thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, clean and comfortable unit, super comfy bed. Shower cubicle was a bit small, but everything else was ticketty-boo. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and well equipped room with loads of space. Really good spec and impeccably clean. Hosts were very friendly and helpful. One of the best places we stayed in NZ.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024