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Palazzo Motor Lodge

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel in Nelson with free parking

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Two Bedroom | Private kitchen
Executive Studio | View from room
Front of property
Two Bedroom | Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct

Explore the area

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159 Rutherford St, Nelson, 7010
  • Place, Christ Church Cathedral
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Trafalgar Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Nelson Hospital
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom with Spa Bath

Apartment, 1 Bedroom with Spa Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, Disability Access | Living area

Studio, Disability Access

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 40 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio with Spa

Studio with Spa

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive One Bedroom | Living area

Executive One Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Studio

Executive Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom | Living area

Two Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Comfort Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Apartment

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 80 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Nelson

A luxury stay in the heart of Nelson awaits you at Palazzo Motor Lodge. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Christ Church Cathedral and Nelson Market. Highlights at this hotel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-out and dry cleaning/laundry services. Added amenities include laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 5-property class Nelson City Centre hotel include Trafalgar Park and Nelson Hospital.

What's nearby

  • Christ Church Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nelson Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Nelson Hospital - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 6 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tern Coffee House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hawker House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lombardi's - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Palazzo Motor Lodge

Luxury hotel in Nelson with free parking
As a guest of Palazzo Motor Lodge, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. The luxury Palazzo Motor Lodge also features express check-out and camper van/bus/lorry parking. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Nelson hotel.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Smoking in designated areas
Palazzo Motor Lodge offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels and Netflix. Accommodation at this 5-star hotel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Nelson hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. 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 and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 15.50 per person

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Books

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • In a national park

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
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • 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 van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 24 December and 6 January.
The property is closed: New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 40.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 30 per night.

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 15.50 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 40.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Palazzo Motor Lodge?

Yep, Palazzo Motor Lodge has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Palazzo Motor Lodge?

As of 11 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palazzo Motor Lodge on 26 Oct 2025 start from AU$125.41, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Palazzo Motor Lodge?

The closest beach to Palazzo Motor Lodge is Tahunanui Beach Reserve (3.7 km).

Is Palazzo Motor Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and children's books in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Palazzo Motor Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Palazzo Motor Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental brekkie is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Palazzo Motor Lodge?

No, Palazzo Motor Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Palazzo Motor Lodge?

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

Are pets allowed at Palazzo Motor Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.