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Harbourside Lodge

4.0 star property

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Executive Harbour View Studio | View from room
Studio, Marina View
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Marina View | Living area
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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4 Duncan Street, Port Nelson, Nelson, 7010
  • Place, Trafalgar Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Christ Church Cathedral
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Founders Heritage Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Marina View | Living area

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Marina View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Studio, Courtyard Area | Terrace/patio

Standard Studio, Courtyard Area

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ground Floor

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Studio, Marina View

Studio, Marina View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Studio, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Harbour View Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Harbour Front Apartment

Harbour Front Apartment

  • Harbor view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Nelson

A stay at Harbourside Lodge places you in the heart of Nelson, within a 5-minute drive of Trafalgar Park and Nelson Market. .This hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Christ Church Cathedral and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Founders Heritage Park.

What's nearby

  • Trafalgar Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nelson Market - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Queens Gardens - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Founders Heritage Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Two Thumb Brewing Co. - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪River Kitchen Nelson - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Boat Shed Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Tides - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tasty Tucker Bakery - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Harbourside Lodge

Waterfront hotel with a marina, near Trafalgar Park
Harbourside Lodge offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature laptop-compatible safes and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 53-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix.

This Nelson hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 15 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills. Additional features at this Mediterranean hotel include bike storage and a bike shuttle.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Planning an event in Nelson? This hotel has facilities measuring 269 square feet (25 square meters), including conference space. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Harbourside Lodge has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Bicycle shuttle
  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 269 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • In a nature reserve
  • Marina
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2000
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mediterranean architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 53-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.00 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.00 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Alcohol is not served at this property

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Harbourside Lodge
Harbourside Lodge Nelson
Harbourside Nelson
Harbourside Lodge Hotel
Harbourside Lodge Nelson
Harbourside Lodge Hotel Nelson

Harbourside Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 442 out of 629 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 162 out of 629 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 629 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 629 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 629 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location over looking the harbour. Bonus was Anchor Inn next door which had really nice meals.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff were very helpful & friendly. Great location overlooking marina from our balcony. Bar & restaurant next door exceptional
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coleman

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and quiet. Great views of the harbour and mountains from the balcony. City centre only a 10 minute walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roslyn

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice view of the marina. Staff very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie, Elk Grove

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Rohit

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

10/10 Excellent

S J

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

Can't beat free upgrade & breakfast

The upgrade was unexpected and provided is with a great view. Room was quite. Breakfast was welcome and a great start. We'll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay without excellent views of marina.Lovely continental breakfast. Will recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

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

One more night

Great to be back, very easy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Grant

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is in the industrial area around the port. This made it very quiet which was nice, however was a bit more effort for getting meals etc as it meant a drive into town. A few issues with the TV in the room but this was sorted by the second day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pedro

Business traveller
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I did not like it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

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

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved having the upstairs room with the view of the marina, and the privacy that the room offered. The complimentary continental breakfast every morning was great. The kitchen was limited but offered a good choice of hot drinks. The staff were great and very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room looking at the marina. Very clean & tidy. A 15 minute walk to the CBD
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

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

1cnight in Nelson

Been a long time since i have been here, great area, safe, quiet and walkable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice view of the harbour Clean room and comfortable bed Really friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to airport easy trip to City Centre Receptionist very friendly continental breakfast nice
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and check in was easy. Nice continental breakfast in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025