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5.0 out of 5

"Friendly, very clean and comfortable " More

By a verified traveller on Mon 03 Oct 2022

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Hotel Description

A luxury stay in the heart of Nelson awaits you at The Sails Nelson. You'll find Trafalgar Park a few steps away and Nelson Market within a 15-minute stroll. Highlights at this Mediterranean guest house include free self parking, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi.

This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities.

Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 5-star The Wood guest house include Christ Church Cathedral and Founders Park.

Studio Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
NZ$225* Per night/room 1 Apr. - 2 Apr.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Studio Suite, Jetted Tub

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Studio Suite (Twin)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

The Sails Nelson ratings based on 131 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
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Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 5.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 5.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for The Sails Nelson

Everyone (54) Couples (61) Family (13)
5 out of 5

Posted by on 25 Jul. 2023

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5 out of 5
Friendly, very clean and comfortable

Posted by on 3 Oct. 2022

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5 out of 5
Lovely, clean and modern. Central to many shops and restaurants. Friendly staff

Posted by on 17 Jul. 2022

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5 out of 5
Got in v late. Heater was on, curtains closed, lights low. Invoice ready in room. Card ready. Left 5.30am next day. Brilliant stay. 👏 Thanks

Posted by on 11 Jun. 2022

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5 out of 5

Posted by on 8 May 2022

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5 out of 5
Clean comfortable close to city

Posted by on 17 Feb. 2022

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5 out of 5
We both loved staying at The Sails Nelson. Our hosts were friendly and great with recommendations of things to do and see during our stay. All of the toiletries are eco-friendly and sustainable. The bed was very comfortable. The Sails Nelson is by far the cleanest hotel we have ever stayed at before, it exceeded our expectations and we look forward to staying again in the future.

Posted by on 31 Jan. 2022

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5 out of 5

Posted by on 23 Jul. 2021

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5 out of 5
The Apartment unit with spa bath was Divine as was the stunning breakfast…great staff easy to deal with and extremely helpful definitely worth a stay

Posted by on 24 Jun. 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

7 Jul. 2021 by Management

Thankyou! for your lovely comments. I will pass on your comments to housekeeping and management as they enjoy and work hard for The Sails:)

5 out of 5
Property was very clean with excellent facilities

Posted by on 19 Jun. 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

7 Jul. 2021 by Management

Thankyou!

Property Features

There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the luxury The Sails Nelson. Self parking is free. This 5-star Nelson guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2012
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Kitchen
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired internet , Wireless internet access

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

The Sails Nelson offers 15 accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 5-star guesthouse have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. This Nelson guesthouse provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, with a WiFi speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). 65-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • In-room kitchen
  • Private balcony or patio (furnished)
  • Pillowtop beds
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Smart television
  • Digital channels
  • Premium channels
  • Netflix
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Espresso maker
  • Coffee maker
  • Kitchenware
  • Luxury bedding
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 8:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. Guests providing vaccine records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. Guests providing vaccine records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.

  • No lifts
  • Front desk opens daily at 7:30 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 8:30 PM
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • Property is not cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff do not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are available
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Individually wrapped food options are available through room service
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are not washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Guests must provide health documentation
  • Guests must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination
  • COVID-19 vaccine must have been received a minimum number of days before check-in: 1
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: NZD 30 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Nelson Sails
  • Sails Motel Nelson
  • Sails Nelson
  • Sails Nelson Motel
  • The Sails Nelson Nelson
  • The Sails Nelson Guesthouse
  • The Sails Nelson Guesthouse Nelson

You should know

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National Rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.