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Palms Motel

Property class: 4.5

Photo gallery for Palms Motel

An aerial view of a swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a brick patio and palm trees.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, a lamp, and a ceiling fan.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the street outside.
A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple buildings with red-tiled roofs, and a palm tree.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in microwave, a dishwasher, and a window above the sink.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct

Explore the area

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5 Paru Paru Road, Nelson, 7011
  • Place, Nelson Market
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Christ Church Cathedral
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Studio Queen

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, desk, and a ceiling fan.

Studio Queen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for 1 Bedroom Executive Apartment

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a ceiling fan, and a small table.

1 Bedroom Executive Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Apartment

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

Family Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 73 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Studio Twin

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a kitchenette.

Studio Twin

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Nelson

Palms Motel places you in the centre of Nelson, steps from Anzac Park and within a short 5-minute stroll of Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find a children's swimming pool and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Nelson City Centre motel include Montgomery Square and Nelson Market.
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What's nearby

  • Nelson Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nelson Provincial Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Dog's Bone - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tern Coffee House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Bridge Street Collective - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Palms Motel

Palms Motel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Palms Motel. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Palms Motel offers 28 accommodations with a safe and designer toiletries. A pillow menu is available. 43-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Accommodation at this 4.5-star motel has kitchens with fridges and microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 14 for adults and NZD 14 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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 day.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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: from approximately NZD 14.00 for adults and from NZD 14.00 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.00 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 9:30 PM
  • 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

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Palms Motel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Palms Motel?

As of 22 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palms Motel on 26 Oct 2026 start from NZ$169, 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.

Is parking available at Palms Motel?

Yep, Palms Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Palms Motel?

The closest beach to Palms Motel is Tahunanui Beach Reserve (3.8 km).

Does Palms Motel have a pool?

Palms Motel has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. The pool is open 7 AM to 9:30 PM.

Does Palms Motel serve breakfast?

Yep, continental breakfast is offered daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Palms Motel?

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

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

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Palms Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Palms Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 227 out of 331 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 331 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 331 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 331 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 331 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, warm and great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, well appointed motel near citr center. Handy to bus terminal. Good eateries nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accommodation was excellent and in a great location. The hosts were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the best I’ve been in Loved the leather lazy boy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable stay, very close walk to the town center.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location, pool
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and goodcamenities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was good, but the shower leaked and one of the shower floor tiles was badly cracked.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Friendly, accommodating host, very clean room, comfortable beds, great location within walking distance of CBD and walking/biking trails. Loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to CBD and dining - great facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very handy to the main centre, nice parks nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very centrally located.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location clean and very tidy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights (weekend), excellent location, handy shops, restaurants and saturday market. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location within easy walking distance to central Nelson, staff very friendly and rooms clean and a decent size. Plenty of free parking too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional location Exceptional cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Good location.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is near to shopping
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts are very warm, welcoming and helpful. Property and rooms are very tidy, close to local restaurants and supermarket
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient central location, a short walk to shops, cafes and a large grocery store. Clean, comfortable room with everything we needed and friendly staff. Laundry facilities were greatly appreciated at this stage of our trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All very good, clean tidy, Staff helpful. Enjoyed the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close CBD, Supermarket. Friendly and helpful staff. Room size very good, facilities also.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely enjoyed the swimming pool. The staff are really friendly and is in a good location in the city centre. This is my go-to place everytime I come to Nelson
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great access to the town. Lots within walking distance. Manager very helpful. Road works were very noisy but not a trouble at night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025