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A breakfast tray with a croissant, fruit preserves, and two glasses of champagne on a white table in a modern hotel room with a view of a cityscape.

A modern two-story building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and a landscaped garden area.

A modern building with a sign reading "The Sails." It features a prominent staircase and large windows.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

1. The Sails Nelson

The Wood, 1.2 km from Founders Heritage Park

Suzannah

S$129

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large central dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a TV.

A hotel entrance with a covered area, a sign for 'Palazzo', and a 'Lazz' store visible in the background.

A modern apartment with a balcony, a dining area, and a living room with a sofa and coffee table.

2. Palazzo Motor Lodge

Nelson City Centre, 2.1 km from Founders Heritage Park

Shaun

S$98

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.

A room with a sliding glass door leading to a patio with a pool and outdoor furniture.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs.

A wall mural with a peacock and floral design.

3. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

The Wood, 1.3 km from Founders Heritage Park

Nic

S$89

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern house with a balcony, large windows, and a dining area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a balcony with a glass door.

A modern kitchen with a large window, a dining area, and a bedroom with a balcony.

A modern two-story building with a large entrance and a covered driveway.

4. Century Park Motor Lodge

Nelson City Centre, 2.3 km from Founders Heritage Park

Gavin

S$118

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A balcony with a table set for breakfast, including croissants, a bottle, and a tray with a drink.

A brick building with a sign reading "OFFICE" above the entrance.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A living room with a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, a lamp, and a TV.

5. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Nelson City Centre, 2.3 km from Founders Heritage Park

Bronwyn

S$112

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A waterfront property with a boat docked in front of a yellow building with a red roof.

A modern dining area with a large window, metal chairs, and a wooden table.

A waterfront hotel with a red-tiled roof, balconies, and a boat docked nearby.

A room with a view of a street outside, a chain barrier, and a chair with a cushion.

6. Harbourside Lodge

Port Nelson, 1.5 km from Founders Heritage Park

Wayne

S$138

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

An aerial view of a swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a brick patio and palm trees.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the street outside.

A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple buildings with red-tiled roofs, and a palm tree.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, a lamp, and a ceiling fan.

7. Palms Motel

Nelson City Centre, 1.6 km from Founders Heritage Park

Lisa

S$116

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.

A person dining at a table with a view of the sky and buildings.

A hotel room with a bed, a tray with breakfast items, a lamp, and a floral wall.

An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a hillside with buildings.

8. Tides Hotel

The Wood, 1.4 km from Founders Heritage Park

Nicholas

S$89

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A pathway leading through a garden with a red mailbox labeled 'NO CIRCULARS' and the number '10'.

A room with two beds, a window with a view of hills, and a curtain.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a wooden fence with a colorful mural.

A reception desk with a map display, a large colorful mural, and a bookshelf with travel books.

9. Tasman Bay Backpackers

The Wood, 0.8 km from Founders Heritage Park

Stuart

S$66

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A staircase with a geometric stained glass window above, wooden handrails, and potted plants on the right.

A room with a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, and a balcony with a view of buildings.

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of a grassy field, and a balcony with a railing.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

10. Admirals Motor Inn

Nelson South, 2.6 km from Founders Heritage Park

Brendon

S$104

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.

A hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a view of the mountains, and a dining area with outdoor seating.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the city.

A person swimming in a pool with a palm tree and buildings in the background.

11. The Hotel Nelson

Nelson South, 2.7 km from Founders Heritage Park

Andrew

S$77

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A building with the sign "QUEST" at the top, featuring multiple windows and a modern architectural design.

A modern living room with a dining table, a sofa, a green armchair, and a lamp.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living area with green sofas.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a large window with curtains, and a view of buildings and hills.

12. Quest Nelson

Nelson City Centre, 1.6 km from Founders Heritage Park

Gideon

S$105

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

A dining table set with chairs, a view of a town and hills in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a parking area and a covered entrance.

A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a reception desk, and a chandelier.

A swimming pool with two lounge chairs, surrounded by a metal fence and trees.

13. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Nelson City Centre, 2 km from Founders Heritage Park

Anthony

S$169

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a door.

A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, a sink, and a window with blinds.

A motel with a signboard, surrounded by greenery and hills.

A covered patio with a wooden picnic table and chairs, large windows, and a view of the house in the background.

14. Riverlodge Nelson

The Wood, 1.1 km from Founders Heritage Park

Michael

S$101

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a freezer, and a sign indicating kitchen cleaning times.

A beach scene with driftwood arranged in a circle, a person standing behind it, and a child in a striped shirt.

A pathway flanked by lush greenery and flowering plants, leading to a bridge over a body of water.

A covered outdoor seating area with steps leading up to it, surrounded by greenery.

15. YHA Nelson - Backpackers

Nelson City Centre, 1.8 km from Founders Heritage Park

Corey

S$74

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a central island with a sink, and a view of the adjacent dining area.

A patio area with a wooden table and chairs, a staircase, and a tree.

A spacious, well-lit dining area with a long table and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a colorful sofa in the foreground.

16. Bridge Backpackers

Nelson City Centre, 1.7 km from Founders Heritage Park

Emily

S$62

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A motel with a paved driveway, a signboard, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel room with a glass dining table, black chairs, a flower vase, a kitchenette, and a bed in the background.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A backyard with a swimming pool, patio furniture, and a tall tree.

17. Kings Gate Motel

The Wood, 1.2 km from Founders Heritage Park

Janet

S$115

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern house with a spacious patio, large windows, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a building with a dark roof, surrounded by vegetation.

A beach with clear skies and gentle waves.

A compact kitchen with wooden walls, a central island, and a refrigerator.

18. Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts

14.9 km from Founders Heritage Park

Anonymous traveller

S$151

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, and a hanging light fixture.

A group of people toasting with wine glasses in a bar setting with a wine bottle shelf in the background.

A house with a balcony, surrounded by a fenced garden with various plants and a clear view of the landscape.

A wooden shelf with various kitchen items, including a red kettle, glass jars, and wicker baskets labeled with numbers.

19. The Pear Orchard Lodge

15.7 km from Founders Heritage Park

Jason

S$185

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the outside.

A poolside area with a table and chairs, a barbecue grill, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A compact room with a dining table, two chairs, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV, a radiator, and a wall-mounted heater.

20. Arcadia Motel

Tahunanui, 5.4 km from Founders Heritage Park

Beverly

S$97

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Founders Heritage Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Sails Nelson	10.0 Exceptional 749 reviews	View
Palazzo Motor Lodge	9.8 Exceptional 619 reviews	View
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments	9.6 Exceptional 1,429 reviews	View
Century Park Motor Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 367 reviews	View
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson	9.6 Exceptional 460 reviews	View

Top Founders Heritage Park Hotel Reviews

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, quiet location."

Palms Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Easy walk to central town."

Palazzo Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our stay at the Palazzo in Nelson. We had a nice quiet room and the tips on where to eat and what to see were very much appreciated. Would stay here again in future."

Harbourside Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable bed. Spacious room,"

Tides Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Had dinner and breakfast. Both Meals very high standard and service was impeccable."

The Sails Nelson

10/10 Excellent

"Highly recommend this place, it’s lovely. Well located with clean, comfortable rooms and quality amenities."

The Hotel Nelson

8/10 Good

"While the property is well presented and the rooms and housekeeping very good, the same cannot be said about the staff. The front desk reception staff member spent over 10 minutes on a phone call before acknowledging my presence (and another guest checking in at the same time) and providing the room key. The staff in general around the property seem very ambivalent - customer service is certainly not part of their mantra."

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

10/10 Excellent

"I just stayed here one night on my way from Picton to Franz Joseph. 2 hour car ride from the Ferry. My ferry was late so the staff made arrangements for me get my key as I arrived after hours. Electric blanket was a nice touch."

Quest Nelson

10/10 Excellent

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Other attractions near Founders Heritage Park

Miyazu Japanese Gardens

8.6/10 (25 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Miyazu Japanese Gardens, a lovely green space in Nelson. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

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Miyazu Gardens

9.0/10 (24 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Miyazu Gardens, a lovely green space in Nelson. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

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Centre of New Zealand Monument

8.8/10 (210 reviews)

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.

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Trafalgar Park

9.0/10 (401 reviews)

Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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The Suter

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at The Suter during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Queens Gardens

9.0/10 (159 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Queens Gardens, a lovely green space in Nelson. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

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Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre

8.6/10 (55 reviews)

After visiting Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Montgomery Square

8.6/10 (149 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Nelson with a stop at Montgomery Square. Wander around the parks or enjoy the area's cafes.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Founders Heritage Park?

Founders Heritage Park is located in a welcoming area of Nelson that travellers like for its parks and island views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 58 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Founders Heritage Park?

Tides Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Founders Heritage Park. Other good choices within a short distance include DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments and The Sails Nelson.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Founders Heritage Park?

Expedia has 58 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Founders Heritage Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Founders Heritage Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Founders Heritage Park.

What can I see and do near Founders Heritage Park?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Nelson Provincial Museum and World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of Queens Gardens, Codgers Mountain Bike Park and Brook Waimarama Sanctuary. Flamedaisy Glass Design, Natureland Zoo and Nelson Fun Park are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town.

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Our top choices for Founders Heritage Park hotels

1. The Sails Nelson

2. Palazzo Motor Lodge

3. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

4. Century Park Motor Lodge

5. Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

6. Harbourside Lodge

7. Palms Motel

8. Tides Hotel

9. Tasman Bay Backpackers

10. Admirals Motor Inn

11. The Hotel Nelson

12. Quest Nelson

13. Rutherford Hotel Nelson

14. Riverlodge Nelson

15. YHA Nelson - Backpackers

16. Bridge Backpackers

17. Kings Gate Motel

18. Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts

19. The Pear Orchard Lodge

20. Arcadia Motel

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Top Founders Heritage Park Hotel Reviews

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

Palms Motel

Palazzo Motor Lodge

Harbourside Lodge

Tides Hotel

The Sails Nelson

The Hotel Nelson

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

Quest Nelson

Other attractions near Founders Heritage Park

Miyazu Japanese Gardens

Miyazu Gardens

Centre of New Zealand Monument

Trafalgar Park

The Suter

Queens Gardens

Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre

Montgomery Square

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