Harbourside Lodge

4.0 star property
Waterfront hotel with marina, near Trafalgar Park

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Exterior
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
The current price is AU$170
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan

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

Room options

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Marina View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Marina view

Standard Studio, Courtyard Area

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Toaster
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Studio, Marina View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Marina view

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Toaster
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Harbour View Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Toaster
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Marina view

Harbour Front Apartment

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Harbour view

About the area

Nelson

Harbourside Lodge puts you in the heart of Nelson, within a 20-minute stroll of Trafalgar Park and Nelson Market. Highlights at this Mediterranean hotel include a restaurant, a marina and free daily breakfast. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Free full breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Port Nelson hotel include Christ Church Cathedral and 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 marina, near Trafalgar Park
Harbourside Lodge offers its guests a marina. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 269 square feet (25 square metres) and includes conference space. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly Harbourside Lodge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Nelson hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 269 sq ft of conference space
  • 25 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2000
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Harbourside Lodge offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features laptop-compatible safes and a hairdryer. 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 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
  • 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 per cent 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

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 30.00 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, 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 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 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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Harbourside Lodge.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Harbourside Lodge?

Harbourside Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Harbourside Lodge?

As of 23 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harbourside Lodge on 29 Jan 2026 start from AU$169.56, 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 Harbourside Lodge?

Yep, Harbourside Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Harbourside Lodge?

The closest beach to Harbourside Lodge is Tahunanui Beach Reserve (4 km).

What makes Harbourside Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Harbourside Lodge.

Is Harbourside Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and travel cots in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Harbourside Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Harbourside Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, our travelers give a thumbs up to the free full brekkie here! Available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Harbourside Lodge?

No, Harbourside Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Harbourside Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Harbourside Lodge?

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

Are pets allowed at Harbourside Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Harbourside Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 440 out of 626 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 161 out of 626 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 626 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 626 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 626 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and spacious room. Been updated and very comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff very accommodating & very pleasant have stayed in a lot of places worldwide but was treated as good as I have been anywhere would gladly recommend & return to stay again handy location too
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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