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The Sails Nelson

5.0 star property
Luxury guesthouse in Nelson with free parking

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Front of property - evening/night
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk
Reception
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub | Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$225
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr

Explore the area

Map
7 Trafalgar Street, Nelson, 7010
  • Trafalgar Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Nelson Market
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Christ Church Cathedral
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Nelson (NSN)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Studio Suite, Accessible

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Studio Suite, Accessible

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub | Living area

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, Jetted Tub

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Studio Suite, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Suite

Studio Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite (Twin)

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Studio Suite (Twin)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Nelson

A luxury stay in the heart of Nelson awaits you at The Sails Nelson. You'll find Trafalgar Park a few steps away and Nelson Market within a 15-minute stroll. Highlights at this Mediterranean guest house include free self-parking, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 5-property class The Wood guest house include Christ Church Cathedral and Founders Heritage Park.
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What's nearby

  • Trafalgar Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Nelson Market - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nelson Hospital - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Natureland Zoo - 6 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bridge Street Collective - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Shark Club - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Kimchi & Wasabi - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tasty Tucker Bakery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Yello Cafe - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Sails Nelson

Luxury guesthouse in Nelson with free parking
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the luxury The Sails Nelson. Self parking is free.

This 5-star Nelson guest house is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2012
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
The Sails Nelson offers 15 accommodations with espresso makers and a safe. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 5-star guest house has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Nelson guest house provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, with a Wi-Fi speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). 65-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 30
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Guests providing vaccine records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: NZD 30 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. Guests providing vaccine records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Nelson Sails
Sails Motel Nelson
Sails Nelson
Sails Nelson Motel
The Sails Nelson Nelson
The Sails Nelson Guesthouse
The Sails Nelson Guesthouse Nelson

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Sails Nelson?

The Sails Nelson offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sails Nelson?

As of 12 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sails Nelson on 10 Apr 2025 start from AU$225.35, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Sails Nelson?

Yep, The Sails Nelson has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Sails Nelson?

The closest beach to The Sails Nelson is Tahunanui Beach Reserve (4.2 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Sails Nelson?

No, The Sails Nelson does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Sails Nelson?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Sails Nelson?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Sails Nelson Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 623 out of 682 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 682 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 682 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 682 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 682 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room with comfortable bed as promised by our host. Walking distance to restuarants. Large TV with Netflix. Easy in and out location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

WAYNE

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Qun

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only thing I dislike is the vanity which is too tiny. Everything else is good. The best I like is the generous supply of tea, coffee and milk. The tea is very delicious. Thanks the hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean and amazing staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samisoni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quite and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I read about this luxury motel on a blog (the author raved about it), and thank goodness I did! It was modern, new, spotless, ginormous (the shower stall was the size of most bathrooms!), well-appointed, comfortable (most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept in), handy to zillions of restaurants and stores, and came with a parking spot right below the room (no trudging through a huge lot). Cherie at the front desk was friendly and helpful. I would absolutely recommend The Sails and stay here again without question.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Priti, Ellicott City

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing! Great location and very friendly staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay at the Sails in Nelson
Or stay at the Sails was amazing, the room was lovely and large, the bed was incredibly comfortable and the duvet lovely. A great bathroom with a large shower. Good facilities in the kitchen area, we would highly recommend this venue in Nelson. It was very close to the town and all restaurants, supermarkets etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ship shape
Super welcoming staff, great apartment design and kept to a new standard
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Riah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ilan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sails is a great place to stay. Clean, friendly staff and good location to town walking. Has kitchen equipped to provide ease with food. Comfortable bed
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan, Ridgeland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was modern with updated furnishings. The beds were comfortable and the rooms spotless. The staff very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel close to downtown Nelson
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely incredible place to stay. The most comfiest bed my partner and I have had the pleasure of sleeping in on our many travels. Cleanliness and set out of the room was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top notch accomodation!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top people and amenities with great proximity to shopping area and main roads into and through Nelson
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sascha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, easy walk into main street. Lovely well equipped apartment. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We’ll set out clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The reviews considered prior to booking were on point. Could not fault a thing. Very comfortable, convenient and clean. Service was impeccable, very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024