Top of the South

Travel Guide

Top of the South
Picton Harbour featuring cruising, a marina and mountains
Picton Harbour which includes a bridge, night scenes and a bay or harbour
Top of the South
Top of the South

Where to stay in Top of the South

Nelson - Tasman

Nelson City Centre

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Provincial Museum and Christ Church Cathedral.

Nelson City Centre
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Waikawa

Travelers like the mountain views in Waikawa, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Waikawa
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Tahunanui

Tahunanui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Natureland Zoo and Tahunanui Beach Reserve while you're in town.

Tahunanui
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Waikawa Bay

Travelers like the mountain views in Waikawa Bay, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Waikawa Bay
At the very top of the South Island of New Zealand lies Wharariki Beach, one of the most unspoilt beaches you'll find anywhere in the country and a real highlight on our recent trip up North. If you make a visit to well known Abel Tasman National Park, be sure to go slightly further north and include a stop at this magnificent part of New Zealand - particularly at sunrise or sunset #NZMustDo #NewZealand #Travel #Adventure #Beach #GoldenHour

Stoke

4/5(1 area review)

Stoke is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like McCashin's Brewery and Marsden Recreation Ground.

Stoke
Quaint B&B with lovely garden. Great location to head to the wineries

Renwick

Wineries, restaurants, and gardens highlight some of the noteworthy features of Renwick. Make a stop by Seresin or Wairau River while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Renwick
The Hotel Nelson
The Hotel Nelson
3 out of 5
40 Waimea Road, Nelson
The price is CA $97 per night from Apr. 6 to Apr. 7
CA $97
CA $113 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (979 reviews)
"An excellent property only the small 32 in tv let the property down also no lift to 2 nd floor otherwise excellent"

Reviewed on Mar. 31, 2025

The Hotel Nelson
Tides Hotel
Tides Hotel
4.5 out of 5
66 Trafalgar Street, Nelson
The price is CA $113 per night from Apr. 27 to Apr. 28
CA $113
CA $130 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (996 reviews)
"Loved this hotel, fresh and vibrant with a lovely chilled atmosphere. Staff were excellent. Lovely hotel rooms. The best hotel we've stayed in so far in New Zealand."

Reviewed on Mar. 26, 2025

Tides Hotel
The Beachcomber Hotel
The Beachcomber Hotel
3.5 out of 5
23 Beach Road, Nelson
The price is CA $118 per night from Apr. 6 to Apr. 7
CA $118
CA $136 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (608 reviews)
"Good value for a quick and fun overnight stay. Enjoyed the pool (especially because no one else happened to be there).. Pool was heated just enough.. A pleasant surprise, but not sure if they keep that up 365. Even better was the super hot, good pressure, spacious shower afterwards.. (bc it was dark/cold ..."

Reviewed on Mar. 30, 2025

The Beachcomber Hotel
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DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5 out of 5
43-55 Trafalgar Street, Nelson
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,341 reviews)
A fantastic stay , very comfortable
"A very nice modern apartment, have all the facilities including washing machine, dryer , it also has a spa bath , although we didn’t use it. Very good location, and it is also very quiet at night although our room is next to the street."

Reviewed on Mar. 29, 2025

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Quest Nelson
Quest Nelson
3.5 out of 5
108-110 Collingwood Street, Nelson
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a business center. Popular attractions Nelson Provincial ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (424 reviews)
"Close to eateries and pubs"

Reviewed on Mar. 23, 2025

Quest Nelson
Beaches Nelson
Beaches Nelson
4 out of 5
71 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson
Stay at this 4-star golf aparthotel in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Paddy's Knob Reserve and Burrell Park ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (208 reviews)
"Super happy with our 2 night stay here. Bed was very comfortable and we had a unit with a spa bath added bonus of the unit having air conditioning"

Reviewed on Mar. 12, 2025

Beaches Nelson
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Popular places to visit

Picton Ferry Terminal

Picton Ferry Terminal

4/5(33 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Picton Ferry Terminal. You'll find more to see and do in this walkable area.

Picton Ferry Terminal
Picton Harbour which includes a bridge, night scenes and a bay or harbour

Picton Harbour

4.5/5(33 reviews)

Visit a floating maritime museum, board a chartered fishing boat and relax beneath the tall palms that line one of New Zealand’s most important harbours.

Picton Harbour
Kaiteriteri Beach

Kaiteriteri Beach

4.5/5(15 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Kaiteriteri Beach during your travels in Kaiteriteri? Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in the area.

Kaiteriteri Beach
Wharariki Beach

Wharariki Beach

5/5(5 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Wharariki Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Puponga.

Wharariki Beach
Marahau Beach

Marahau Beach

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Marahau Beach during your travels in Marahau? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Marahau Beach

Tahunanui Beach Reserve

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Tahunanui Beach Reserve during your travels in Nelson? Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Tahunanui Beach Reserve

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