Top of the South
Travel Guide
Visit Top of the South
Where to stay in Top of the South
Nelson City Centre
Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Provincial Museum and Queens Gardens.
Waikawa
Travellers like the mountain views in Waikawa, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Tahunanui
Tahunanui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Natureland Zoo while you're in town.
Renwick
Wineries, restaurants and gardens are some highlights of Renwick. Make a stop by Nautilus Estate or Wairau River while you're exploring.
Stoke
Stoke is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like McCashin's Brewery and Marsden Recreation Ground.
Ruby Bay
You'll appreciate the wineries during your time in Ruby Bay and you might want to plan a stop by Mapua Wharf and Tasman Golf Club while you're in the area.
The Hotel Nelson
Very clean and proximity to city was great.
Reviewed on 9 Feb, 2026
The Boathouse Lodge
Room clean. Never saw staff. Close to ferry, foreshore and shops.
Reviewed on 11 Feb, 2026
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Nice large clean room. Staff was friendly and the hotel was very convenient for Blenheim downtown shopping and food. Also very car convenient and good parking
Reviewed on 10 Feb, 2026
Quest Nelson
We found the parking situation annoying. The information at booking is that “parking available” which translated to parking is $15. Then, after parking and paying the fee we found out there was free parking at the rear of the building.
Reviewed on 9 Feb, 2026
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
It's quickly becoming our home away from home. Very convenient and a lovely place to stay.
Reviewed on 7 Feb, 2026
Beaches Nelson
Great hotel. On arrival I was upgraded to an Executive Studio on the upper level, with a jetted tub. Clean room, comfortable bed, good shower over the bath, well equipped kitchenette, easy parking, friendly host on reception. Good location close to the seashore and on the main road, but that does ...
Reviewed on 9 Feb, 2026
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Popular places to visit
Picton Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Picton Ferry Terminal. You'll find more to see and do in this walkable area.
Picton Harbour
Visit a floating maritime museum, board a chartered fishing boat and relax beneath the tall palms that line one of New Zealand’s most important harbours.
Te Waikoropupu Springs
Explore the great outdoors at Te Waikoropupu Springs, a lovely green space in Takaka. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Cloudy Bay Vineyards
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Cloudy Bay Vineyards during your travels to Rapaura. While you're here, you can savour the wineries.
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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.
