Castles Motel & Driftwood Motel | Hotel in Nelson

| 8.1 (152 Reviews) |  10 Bathrooms  31 Guests  Stay&Play
Tahunanui Hotel | Castles Motel & Driftwood Motel

Hotel in Tahunanui, Nelson

Castles Motel & Driftwood Motel consists of Castles Units and Garden Units. It offers self-contained accommodations with a flat-screen TV and unlimited free WiFi access. Just 6 minutes’ walk from beautiful Tahunanui Beach. Complimentary tea, coffees and sugar replenished daily. Free barbecue facilities are available in the garden area. All heated rooms include a well-equipped kitchen or kitchenette with a microwave and refrigerator. Castles Motel & Driftwood Motel is 5 minutes’ walk from Nelson Fun Park Hydro slide. Nelson Golf Links is 5 minutes’ drive and 10 minutes’ drive from Nelson Airport and Nelson’s city center. Abel Tasman National Park is 45-minute drive away.

Castles Motel & Driftwood Motel is located in Nelson.

This 20 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: View, Oceanfront, Fireplace/Heating, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 152 reviews with the average score of 8.1 . Coming to Nelson and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 20 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this StayAndPlay.com place in Nelson. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Castles Motel & Driftwood Motel in Nelson is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Castles Motel & Driftwood Motel”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

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Unique Amenities

  • Parking
  • Designated Smoking Area
  • View
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Ocean View
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Oceanfront
  • Accessibility
  • Security/Safety
  • Sports/Activities
  • Skiing
  • Fireplace/Heating
  • Guest Services
  • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet
  • Laundry
 
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Policies

Check-in The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pet Policy Pets are not allowed
Other Policy Please note that there are 2 different entrances to the motel, namely 44 tahunanui drive, nelson and 21 muritai st, nelson.guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
 
44 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson, 7011, New Zealand

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

Aug 28, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Negative: Having to ask for toilet paper. A unit should never run out of this commodity after the first night.
Summary: It was value for money.
Neal Neal, New Zealand
Aug 27, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: We enjoyed the location, friendly staff, comfortable unit plus cleanliness. Came to Nelson for a medical appointment and found everythigwsd a bonus to use. Will definitely re book again in the future.
Negative: All good nothing to dislike
Summary: Situation of complex was great, unit easy to access, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Murray Chris Murray Chris, New Zealand
Aug 27, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Rimmer Rimmer, New Zealand
Aug 25, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Clean,tidy,well appointed. good locality
Negative: nothing it was great
Summary: It was great
Hunter Hunter, New Zealand
Aug 24, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Clean, easy parking
Summary: Simple as accomodation for our needs - cheap, clean well located
Greg Greg, New Zealand
Jun 3, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Very clean, warm and comfortable. Great location with easy walk to restaurants and beach.
Summary: Beachy comfort
Fionna Fionna, New Zealand
Jun 2, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Close to nelson
Negative: Abit noisy across rd but couldn't hear once you were inside and it was the weekend
Collette Collette, New Zealand
Jun 2, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Loved everything. Great kitchen and size of unit. Clean and easy check-in.
Negative: Nothing
Summary: Close to everything we needed
W W, New Zealand
Jun 2, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Cosy unit. Good value for money. Very good contact with staff
Negative: The weather…. Haha
Summary: Great stay
May 31, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: N/A
Summary: Location room and facilities were what we kneaded
Perkins Perkins, New Zealand

FAQ's

Is this Tahunanui hotel pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Tahunanui hotel?

Check-in time for Tahunanui hotel starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Tahunanui hotel have a swimming pool?

No, this Tahunanui hotel does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Tahunanui hotel?

Best-rates for the Tahunanui hotel starts from $88 per night with includes Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Ocean View, Skiing, Guest Services, Child Friendly, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Laundry, View, Oceanfront, Fireplace/Heating, Designated Smoking Area, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Internet StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is Tahunanui hotel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Tahunanui hotel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Tahunanui hotel is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Tahunanui hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Tahunanui hotel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Tahunanui hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Tahunanui hotel are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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