What's it like in Atawhai?

Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Nelson's Atawhai neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit Miyazu Gardens and Miyazu Japanese Gardens as part of your Atawhai travel plans.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Atawhai area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Nelson, choose from one of Expedia's 17 hotels and other accommodation options in Atawhai.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Atawhai, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Atawhai.

What are the top things to see and do in Atawhai?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Atawhai with a visit to Miyazu Gardens and Miyazu Japanese Gardens. When you're sightseeing in Nelson, Founders Heritage Park and Centre of New Zealand Monument are also worth a stop.

Top 10 Atawhai Hotels of 2025 | Expedia Singapore

Top 10 Hotels in Atawhai

"Clean accommodation & safe for guests."

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17 Jul - 18 Jul

"Was a great easy stay, will be back!"

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26 Jun - 27 Jun

Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

"Very clean and warm "

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26 Jun - 27 Jun

Seasonal outdoor pool, a heated pool, pool loungers

"friendly staff, clean room, easy walking distance to town centre"

"Clean, quiet, hot showers ,good facilities "

"Amazing staff and a great quiet place that isnt to busy or to far from town."

"Beautiful property, staff were lovely"

"Very nice ,friendly staff,parking.nice spot!!"

"Great place to stay before heading out to the abel tasman! "

"It was great would recommend staying there."

"Super friendly staff and attention to detail is great. "

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28 Jun - 29 Jun

"Close to town ideal position, friendly staff and owner very friendly, we have stayed at the motel before. "

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29 Jun - 30 Jun

"Great range of accomodation options."

"Property owner is nice and the location is amazing. Lookout has everything you need for a short stay (an AC unit for the top floor would be my only request)"

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26 Jun - 27 Jun

"Beautifully appointed, modern, well laid out & close to town. Wonderful hosts. Highly recommended. Would definitely stay here again"

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26 Jun - 27 Jun

"Excellent stay. Lovely and helpful staff."

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26 Jun - 27 Jun

"great owners, was a nice stay! "

"Great stay and very central to everything walking distance "

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4 Jul - 5 Jul

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

"Staff were friendly and helpful. Very unique setting for the hotel with terrific scenery. "

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3 Jul - 4 Jul

"Good place to stay. Didn't meet any staff, was texted where my room was, a where the key was. On leaving, I just left the key on the table and closed up the room, if they didn't want to meet me on checkin g, I wasn't meeting them on checkout either."

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18 Jul - 19 Jul

Where to stay in Atawhai

Find the best Atawhai areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Nelson City Centre

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Provincial Museum and Christ Church Cathedral.

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