Nestled in Tahunanui, Balmoral Motel is a haven of eco-friendly charm. Enjoy the lush garden, take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool, or have fun with family and friends at the playground. With laundry facilities and barbecue grills on hand, this motel is perfect for relaxed getaways.
World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
Getting around
Nelson (NSN) - 4 min drive
Restaurants
Squires Coffee - 5 min drive
Salt & Pepper - 6 min drive
Coupland's Bakeries - 6 min drive
Boat Shed Cafe - 4 min drive
Two Little Fish - 4 min drive
About this property
Balmoral Motel
Balmoral Motel is a great choice for a stay in Nelson. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks.
At a glance
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Hotel size
13 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
What to do
Beach nearby
Golfing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Garden
Picnic area
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
1 on-site accessible parking spaces
Thin carpet in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Kitchen
Stovetop
Oven
Toaster
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Free tea bags/instant coffee
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Daily housekeeping
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for NZD 20.0 per day
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
National rating
Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Balmoral Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Balmoral Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Balmoral Motel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Balmoral Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Balmoral Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Balmoral Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Balmoral Motel and nearby?
Balmoral Motel has an outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Does Balmoral Motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a toaster, cookware, and a refrigerator.
What's the area around Balmoral Motel like?
Balmoral Motel is a short 6-minute walk from Natureland Zoo and 9 minutes' walk from Tahunanui Beach Reserve.
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Reviews
Balmoral Motel Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2026
Great location, very clean and comfortable beds. We had a great stay
Casey
Casey, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 11, 2025
Great location, friendly staff & comfy bed
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 5, 2026
Comfortable room with good cooking equipment. Staff were friendly and helpful. Great location close to the beach.
Keren
Keren, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2025
Welcoming staff spacious room close to beach
Sandi
Sandi, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2025
Clean room lovely and friendly staff
Maxine
Maxine, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 1, 2026
clean and tidy
JOHN
JOHN, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2025
The room was spotless and spacious.The staff were friendly and helpful.
Bruce
Bruce, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2025
Cleanliness and facilities were excellent.
Dorothy
Dorothy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2025
Clean and comfortable, friendly staff. Would stay again
Neil
Neil, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 15, 2025
Had a wonderful welcome. The quietest air-conditioning unit we have ever had which was used during our entire stay. Was a nice room with lovely kitchen and bathroom. Nice and quiet.
Laura
Laura, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2025
Belinda and Peter are very great hosts
Accommodation was all what we expected
Full apartment for 2 days with fully equipped kitchen living room bathroom bedroom and garden to enjoy the sunset!
We were able to enjoy Irish performance in restaurant where Peter played bouzouki
And Belinda has taken us there
Best to this amazing couple
Renata
Renata, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 2025
Excellent motel with lovely owners. Pool was good for a swim on a hot day.
Ash
Ash, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 1, 2025
Very comfortable stay.
Very well located clean comfortable motel. Everything as expected,.
Andrew
Andrew, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 21, 2024
The owners were very welcoming and informative. The amenities were excellent.
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 17, 2025
Clean bedding and comfy bed. Friendly and responsive staff. A bit concerning to have 2 large patio windows into the ground floor suit but the area was very quiet.
P
P, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2025
Better than expected - lovely clean well catered and super comfortable bed
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2025
Property was newly renovated and very clean. Large well equipped kitchen.
Roberta
Roberta, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 26, 2025
Nice helpful staff
murray
murray, 0-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2025
Second visit to this motel. Definitely the best I’ve found in Nelson. Clean, modern and great service. I’ll be back!
D M
D M, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2025
The management were very helpful and freindly. Sky tv great and room very clean. Great motel.
James
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 6, 2025
Friendly and helpful manager and staff
Kevin
Kevin, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 24, 2025
Would Stay Again
Very clean and comfortable room. Proprieters very friendly and helpful. Great cooking space and we were allowed to use the owners' barbecue. Central location, short walk to Natureland and the beach.
Michael
Michael, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2025
Balmoral Motel
Belinda was so nice and friendly, and accomodations were so comfy and clean. Was very pleased I selected them
cheryl
cheryl, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 6, 2026
It was hard to park as space very tight. We wanted to swim but a greasy film covered the water. You could hear the people above us talk and noisy when they walked. Not very noise proof. However room was clean and sufficient
Corinne
Corinne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 11, 2025
The rooms are very clean, beds are super comfy. The kitchen is fully equipped.
Even though it was busy when I stayed, it was very quiet in the evening and I had a great sleep.
Owners are very friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend.