Abelia Motor Lodge
Motel, 4-star121 Tahunanui Dr, Nelson, 7011, Nelson, New ZealandShow on map
Fabulous
Guests rate it highest for service, location and cleanliness.
8.652Reviews- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Fabulous locationGuests rate the location 8.8 out of 10, at 121 Tahunanui Dr, Nelson, 7011.
Amenities Enjoy complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, picnic area, and barbecue grills.
Qualmark® Rating The official star ratings for accommodations in New Zealand ensure a quality stay.
Featured Amenities Benefit from multilingual staff, luggage storage, and laundry facilities provided.
A stay at Abelia Motor Lodge places you in the heart of Nelson, within a 15-minute walk of Burrell Park and Natureland Zoo. Unwind and explore the local attractions easily in Nelson!
What this place offers
- Golfing nearby
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Multilingual staff
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Smoke-free property
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- Free self parking
- Free long-term parking
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Rooms
8.6
Fabulous
Rated 8.6 out of 10 by 52 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.5
- Service9.0
- Location8.8
- Rooms8.5
- Amenities8.5
- Value8.5
- Food & drink8.5
Guests mention
Spacious roomBrilliant staff
KimberleyThe room was spacious and warm closer for me to get to work and the staff were brilliant
PatriceFabulous shower and it was spotless. Comfortable bed. Handy to basic shops. Host carried my heavy bag upstairs for me.
JeanVery close to a lovely beach area (short drive), with recreational facilities. Property well-maintained with 2 chairs and small table outside the room to enjoy the sun. Kitchen well-equipped with hob, fridge and…
RogerUnit was spacious tidy clean.
Good location. Easy walk to beach & local shops.
Ir did have a NO SMOKING sign but there were ash trays on all the outside tables to encourage smoking???? Not sure about this
alisonSuper quite once inside unit, Aircom keeping me cool.
comfy bed and decent shower pressure .Perfect
StaceyLovely family owned and operated Motel, always helpful and accommodating. Close to town and other attractions. Set on a busy main road but quiet inside room. Shower pressure was excellent and great variety of channels…
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
121 Tahunanui Dr, Nelson, 7011, Nelson, New Zealand
Guests rate the location 8.8 out of 10 — fabulous.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
No children
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No pets
No smoking anywhere on the property
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
Pets. Pets not allowed
Check-in & Check-out. Contactless check-out is available
Accessibility. No elevators
General. Professional property host/manager
Check-in & Check-out. Contactless check-in is available
Sustainability Certifications. Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Parking height restrictions apply. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Abelia Motor Lodge
What time is check-in and check-out at Abelia Motor Lodge?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Abelia Motor Lodge allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Abelia Motor Lodge?
Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.
Does Abelia Motor Lodge have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Abelia Motor Lodge have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book Abelia Motor Lodge?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Abelia Motor Lodge?
121 Tahunanui Dr, Nelson, 7011, Nelson.
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