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Kings Gate Motel

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Trafalgar Park

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Front of property - evening/night
Exterior
Queen Studio
Two Bedroom
One Bedroom | Private kitchenette

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
12 June - 13 June

Explore the area

Map
21 Trafalgar St, The Wood, Nelson, 7010
  • Trafalgar Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Nelson Market
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Nelson Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Nelson (NSN)
    ‪10 min drive‬

About the area

Nelson

Kings Gate Motel puts you in the heart of Nelson, steps from Trafalgar Park and within a 10-minute stroll of Nelson Provincial Museum. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, balconies and Smart TVs. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to a playground. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3.5-property class The Wood hotel include Nelson Market and Queens Gardens.

What's nearby

  • Trafalgar Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Queens Gardens - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nelson Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Nelson Hospital - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bridge Street Collective - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Shark Club - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Kimchi & Wasabi - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tasty Tucker Bakery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Yello Cafe - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Kings Gate Motel

Hotel with free parking, steps from Trafalgar Park
As a guest of Kings Gate Motel, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. Kings Gate Motel also features a garden and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

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

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Kings Gate Motel offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually decorated. 40-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Nelson hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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 uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Highchair
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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 not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 0 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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 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, 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds. 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 smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in May.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Kings Gate Motel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Kings Gate Motel?

As of 10 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kings Gate Motel on 12 June 2025 start from AU$138.10, 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 Kings Gate Motel?

Yep, Kings Gate Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Kings Gate Motel?

The closest beach to Kings Gate Motel is Tahunanui Beach Reserve (4.2 km).

Does Kings Gate Motel have a pool?

Kings Gate Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open from October to May.

Is Kings Gate Motel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Kings Gate Motel is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kings Gate Motel?

No, Kings Gate Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kings Gate Motel?

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

Are pets allowed at Kings Gate Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Kings Gate Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 113 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Travelled with family
Loved the lovely welcome from our hostess, nothing was too much trouble would highly recommend great service, comfortable had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Trish

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly & helpful staff . The 2bedroom unit was in poor condition, mould on the ceiling of the bathroom, the oven still had crumbs & the icebox was unusable due to ice buildup.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Bethany

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property looked much different in photos than it did in person. Cockroach running along walls, dirty under the furniture, very small. Pool was a mess. Overall very unhappy with my stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was rather nosiy in room 7 with banging and so on most of the night
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend Away

Nelson is a lovely place to stay. Weather was warm & a great vibe in the town centre. The motel has parking but it's easy to walk into the town centre. It was comfortable with separate little kitchen & bathroom. Nice cafe next to river about 5 mins walk from motel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

REBECCA

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Never again!

From the get go there was next to none customer service. The managers were arguing as I arrived and carried on even after I rang the bell. I was not alone in hearing this as another guest told me they heard it too. When we got back from dinner there were 5 guests who could not get hold of anyone to give them their room. Other guests and myself helped them out by offering them beds in our rooms. I literally had 3 strangers sleeping in one of my bedrooms. The shower was clogged and didn’t drain away and the shower pressure was very low, hard to rinse hair out before the shower base overflowed. There was 1/2 roll of toilet paper with no spares. Overall an awful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lorraine

Travelled with partner
Property was in need of a serious makeover. Appeared old and worn.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good. Had used the property before and so knew what to expect
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Maria

Travelled with family
Conveniently located to trafalgar centre, unit was clean but left over food and milk in fridge was off putting. Shower wash was also empty.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

An OK stay

We booked a garden studio and were a bit disappointed to be backing onto the laundry and as such our bathroom smelt a bit fusty. Our outside space was also disappointing as there was a bench perched on uneven slabs so was not level and not really user friendly. The corner bath with shower over was a bit precarious to get into without a proper handrail to grab or curtain around either and the shower head was too low for me being 6ft. Overall we thought the place was a little tired and in need of an upgrade. Great addition of access to the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

PETER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Liane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Nikki

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodatiom. Clean and spacious. Lovely host
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Mathias

Liked: Staff & service

Ok for 1 night but could be better

Serves it's purpose for a short 1 night stopover. The room is dark and there is very little privacy if the curtains are not drawn since the room was very exposed to the general carpark and staircase. Lack of counter space and hooks in the bathroom. Stains on bathroom wall.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff not available 0830 when we wanted to check out
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kahurangi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful clean & tidy motel , walking distance to town , highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything I needed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Big room. Clean and quiet. Easy walk to town. Value for money
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed there 3 times in the last year and a half, always like Kingsgate excellent host, tidy motel, helpful hosts and staff, friendly, great place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Kularb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlyn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location. Really friendly owners. Great size rooms. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023