Near Trafalgar Park, Harbourside Lodge offers a charming retreat with laundry facilities, a bar serving up great drinks, and a restaurant. Guests rave about the helpful staff and enjoy perks like barbecue grills, luggage storage, free newspapers.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Bar
Free parking
Air conditioning
Laundry facilities
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Beach towels
Room service
Air conditioning
Front desk safe
Self-serve laundry
Barbecue grills
Free newspapers in the lobby
Luggage storage
Limited hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home (6)
Microwave
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Coffee/tea maker
Blackout curtains
The current price is NZ$196
NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Room options
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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ground Floor
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
36 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
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Standard Studio, Courtyard Area
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
35 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Marina View
Highlights
Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - twin
Blackout curtains
36 sq m
Marina view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
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Studio, Marina View
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
26 sq m
Marina view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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Studio, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View, Ground Floor
Harbourside Lodge is a great choice for a stay in Nelson. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. The helpful staff and breakfast get good marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
14 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 23
Check-out time is 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 - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 23
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Designated smoking areas
No alcohol served on site
No stag or hen parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Beach towels
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2000
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
36-inch flat-screen TV
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Alarm clock
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
Freshen up
Shower only
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Free local calls
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
Toaster
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.5 per cent
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Harbourside Lodge
Harbourside Lodge Nelson
Harbourside Nelson
Harbourside Lodge Hotel
Harbourside Lodge Nelson
Harbourside Lodge Hotel Nelson
Frequently asked questions
Does Harbourside Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Harbourside Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Harbourside Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Harbourside Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Harbourside Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Harbourside Lodge and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Trafalgar Park (14-min walk) and Nelson Market (1 mi), along with Christ Church Cathedral (1.2 mi) and Founders Heritage Park (1.4 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near Harbourside Lodge?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Harbourside Lodge like?
Harbourside Lodge is located on the waterfront in Port Nelson, a short 14-minute walk from Trafalgar Park and 19 minutes' walk from Nelson Market. Travellers say that this hotel is in a good location.
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Harbourside Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
21 February 2025
Great viewed location
The staff here were so helpful and welcoming
anthony
anthony, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 February 2025
Great view out over the harbor and away from the Noyes downtown.
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 February 2025
Lovely before/after stay for our hike.
We had a great stay here. It was a great location for before/after our hike. The rooms were lovely & clean & the manager was great! Lovely marina views & a lovely simple breakfast to get you going in the morning. Highly recommend.
adam
adam, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 January 2025
Located at the port which is great if you enjoy a short walk to the city. Clean and comfortable with and includes a simple but adequate breakfast
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 December 2024
Enjoyed my stay
Maikara
Maikara, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
4 March 2025
Well worth staying here
A very nice hotel located at the side of the marina. The room was spacious and comfortable although I would have preferred a harder mattress. There’s a restaurant within 100 yards, but we preferred to take a 20 minute walk into town where there is a wider choice.
Patrick
Patrick, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 February 2025
Nelson
Nice harbor view and clean rooms.
Charlene
Charlene, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
5 February 2025
Harbour View
Very comfortable stay. Were were upgraded as well and that was appreciated. Lovely view of the harbour
Jerry
Jerry, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 January 2025
Lovely stay in Nelson.
Clean, comfortable, modern. Lovely Manager who went out of her way to make sure we had a good stay. The breakfast was the best we have had. Couldn't fault this hotel.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 February 2025
Great place to stay before Abel Tasman
Belinda was an amazing host. We stayed here before and after the Abel Tasman. She was kind enough to store baggage for us during our hike. I recommend paying a little bit more for the harbour view if possible as it was beautiful to wake up to.
Jake
Jake, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 November 2024
The location is not in the center of town but the stay was good
Tuan
Tuan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 January 2025
Comfortable
Comfortable clean stay. The mattress was a bit uneven and lumpy but overall we slept ok. Wr only stayed 1 night on our way to somewhere else.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 June 2024
wonderful stay very friendly staff and great location restaurant next door very good
Jo
Jo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 December 2024
The accommodation was clean but the decor was very dated
kyron
kyron, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 January 2025
It worked for one night
It is by the water, there is a dock behind it and it is in an industrial's area. For a one night stay it worked
Diane
Diane, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 September 2023
Great place to stay.
Dot
Dot, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 October 2024
Dancing ladies
We had a wonderful stay, lovely space for breakfast each morning, lovely view from our rooms. Great service re property left behind, and great beds!!
Christine
Christine, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 November 2024
Fantastic hotel. Our room overlooked the marina. We enjoyed a great meal at the restaurant right by the hotel. The free breakfast was a nice surprise. The shower was great as was the room. Easy walk to downtown along the river. The Queen's Garden was beautiful. Thanks for having such a nice place to rest our weary bodies.
Bradford
Bradford, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 May 2023
Great place to stay
John
John, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 February 2025
Excellent value
We only stayed for one night so obviously didn't get aroom with a view but nevertheless I have to say we were very pleasantly surprised. The property is in a strange part of town for a hotel but we easily walked the 19mins to the cinema then restaurant. Our room was clean, the bed was very comfy. We were given milk on arrival. The breakfast that's included was absolutely perfect- muesli,yoghurt,fruit for us ,plus juice, coffee and asliceof toast. You serve yourselves. We were in the room next to the breakfast room but it wasn't an issue
RichRD
RichRD, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 October 2024
Lovely clean motel with a great outlook over the marina. Very helpful, friendly staff. The only issue was the WiFi which wasn't always working.
JANE
JANE, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 November 2024
The staff at this motel was outstanding! The lady at Reception went out of her way to insure we had a comfortable stay. We were even offered breakfast in the morning which was the first time of the many stays we had previous to this one.
The motel was near a marina and it was fun to walk around and look at all the boats.
Marcia
Marcia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 March 2024
As advertised, nice room, facilities and breakfast, too!
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 October 2024
Hidden gem
A little gem away from main city but still only a short walk away. Beautiful marina view. Great value with continental breakfast included. Very comfortable bed. Marjory very friendly and helpful.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 May 2024
The staff were very friendly and accommodating. The location of the hotel was very good.