The Brook Travel Guide
Nelson
Popular places to visit
Codgers Mountain Bike Park
Explore the great outdoors at Codgers Mountain Bike Park, a lovely green space in Nelson. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.
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.
World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Founders Heritage Park
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Founders Heritage Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Centre of New Zealand Monument
You can find out about the history of Nelson with a visit to Centre of New Zealand Monument. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Top hotels in The Brook
The Hotel Nelson
What a great stay. Will be back.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Tides Hotel
The Beachcomber Hotel
Fully equipped kitchen
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Great property to stay in and walk in to town. Plenty of off street parking. Daily room service if required. Restaurant 200 metres away is attached to motel and serves pretty good meals.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Quest Nelson
Great stay as always. Easy walking around town. Parking is extra per night.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Palazzo Motor Lodge
All good
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Brook
Bishopdale
While Bishopdale may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Codgers Mountain Bike Park.
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.
Enner Glynn
Enner Glynn might not have many top sights, but World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Natureland Zoo are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Toi Toi
Though Toi Toi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Natureland Zoo and Nelson Market.
Wakatu
When in Wakatu, you can plan a visit to World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Natureland Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
