Tahunanui Travel Guide
Nelson
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Popular places to visit
Natureland Zoo
See the exotic and native animals who live at Natureland Zoo during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Nelson Fun Park
Bring the family to Nelson Fun Park and enjoy this exciting theme park in Nelson. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Burrell Park
Explore the great outdoors at Burrell Park, a lovely green space in Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Paddy's Knob Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Paddy's Knob Reserve, a lovely green space in Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Christ Church Cathedral
After visiting Christ Church Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Top hotels in Tahunanui
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
"Location"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
The Beachcomber Hotel
"all good thank you"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
"The two bedroom apartment is so spacious and clean. The one we stayed in had a newly renovated bathroom which was lovely. It is the best location, so close to the beach and I love staying here. The room was nicer than many hotels I’ve stayed at, such good value for money."
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Beaches Nelson
"The reception and continual help with any of our questions was excellent! Definitely would stay there again!!"
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Amber Court Motel Nelson
"Would be nice to have a hair to work on in the room"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Arrow Motel Apartments
"Great location, comfortable accommodation. Limited cooking facilities with cook top and microwave only. Easy check in"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Where to stay in Tahunanui
Nelson City Centre
Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Market and Nelson Provincial Museum.
Nelson South
Unique features of Nelson South include the spas and restaurants. Make a stop by Fairfield Park or Victory Square while you're exploring the area.
Stoke
Stoke is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like McCashin's Brewery and Marsden Recreation Ground.
Toi Toi
Though Toi Toi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nelson Market and Tahunanui Beach Reserve.
The Wood
While visiting The Wood, you might make a stop by sights like Founders Heritage Park and Trafalgar Park.
