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Balmoral Motel

3.5 star property
Eco-certified motel in Nelson with free parking

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Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool
Front of property
Twin Studio
Executive King Studio | View from room

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
47 Muritai Street, Tahunanui, Nelson, 7011
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Trafalgar Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Nelson Hospital
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Nelson (NSN)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Queen Studio

Queen Studio

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
  • 32.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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One Bedroom | Private kitchen

One Bedroom

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Executive King Studio | View from room

Executive King Studio

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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One Bedroom | Living area

One Bedroom

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Two Bedroom | Private kitchen

Two Bedroom

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Twin Studio | View from room

Twin Studio

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Nelson

Balmoral Motel places you steps from Burrell Park and within a 10-minute stroll of Natureland Zoo. Highlights at this eco-friendly motel include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .This motel has free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a picnic area and tour/ticket assistance. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Tahunanui motel include Nelson Fun Park and Tahunanui Beach Reserve.
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What's nearby

  • Natureland Zoo - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Nelson Hospital - 7 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Greenmeadows Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Squires Pub & Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sublime Coffee Nelson Airport - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Speights Ale House - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Balmoral Motel

Eco-certified motel in Nelson with free parking
As a guest of Balmoral Motel, you'll find an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. The eco-certified Balmoral Motel also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Nelson motel.

  • 1 building
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Balmoral Motel offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Accommodation at this 3.5-star motel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

This Nelson motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

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
  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 per day.

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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per day

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, debit cards and cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Balmoral Motel?

Balmoral Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Balmoral Motel?

Yep, Balmoral Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Balmoral Motel?

Yep, Balmoral Motel is a short 9-minute walk from Tahunanui Beach Reserve.

Does Balmoral Motel have a pool?

Balmoral Motel has an outdoor pool.

Does Balmoral Motel have a waterslide?

No, there is no waterslide at Balmoral Motel, but Nelson Fun Park is a short 9-minute walk away.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Balmoral Motel?

No, Balmoral Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Balmoral Motel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Balmoral Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Balmoral Motel?

There isn't one on site, but Nelson Golf Links is a short 20-minute walk away.

Balmoral Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 167 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 167 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 167 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 167 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 167 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Dianne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property is a bit tired, but was clean and had a comfy bed. The water pressure in the shower was terrible and parking was tight. If someone parked in the wrong place or out a bit too far you couldn't get past.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice helpful staff
Stayed 0 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James, Christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The management were very helpful and freindly. Sky tv great and room very clean. Great motel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent welcome and great to have air conditioning in the unit.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were very welcoming and informative. The amenities were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good location and mgmt. very helpful. However the accommodation lacks adequate sound proofing from units both beside and above.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spotlessky clean. Lovely lady at reception. Our room was in the older section of the prooerty, but had all the amenities. However the internet was not reliable unless we stood on the front steps of our unut.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely people and nice, clean comfortable, warm accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, tidy place for my week long stay. Close to where I needed, helpful staff, comfortable bed
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
stay was good , no complaints
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lirio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great friendly place to stay
What a great located place, clean and extremely friendly hotel, I loved how nice and helpful the hotel managers were, highly recommended and ask to meet the furry girls they have they are gorgeous !
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tim, Auckland, nz

Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Probably the best "old school" motel I've stayed in. Would definitely ask for room 710 again - nice and spacious with a great shower. Really comfy bed with nice bedding for the cooler South Island nights. Great location for young families with a short walk to Tahuna beach and all of its child friendly entertainment and beautiful sand.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Henrietta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean & tidy
Loved the motel, very clean & tidy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Proximity to the beach activities which was the reason for our stay. Also proximity to restaurants within walking distance. And also the sunshine!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little gem close to the beach.
It was a busy time and my hotel choice was made at this point in a hurry. But I am glad I picked Balmoral. Great location, 5 min to the beach and max 10 to restaurants. Amazing walk to town, it is an hour long but great views and totally worth it. The room was spacious and clean. Basic necessities. It's a motel, not a hotel, so you need to get your breakfast, but the awesome lady that the front desk can get something if you ask the night before. She was very welcoming and friendly throughout my stay. Totally recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great pool, close to restaurants and beach, a great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable lovely friendly owners and staff will stay again . Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and comfortable stay! Staff are very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Adriana, Winnipeg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good location close to airport and a short drive to the CBD. The rooms are older but with updated bathroom, and had everything we needed. Unfortunately, the walls between rooms are very thin and there was a group of people in the next room partying for most of the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018