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Palms Motel

Palms Motel

5 Paru Paru Road, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

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Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Spa tub

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

Palms Motel

Palms Motel is a 4-star motel in Nelson, New Zealand, located at 5 Paru Paru Road, just 0.2mi from the city center.

Featured amenities include outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, free Wifi, room service, streaming service (like Netflix), spa tub, air conditioning, on-site parking (free), terrace, mountain view, kitchen, non-smoking rooms, wheelchair accessible, kitchenware, kitchenette, view, barbecue, balcony, and bathtub.

Minimum price starts from $123. Address: 5 Paru Paru Road. Location: Nelson, New Zealand. Distance to city center: 0.2mi. Reviews: 684.

Palms Motel invites guests to cool off in an outdoor heated saltwater pool with a shallow end, open all season. A spa tub provides a relaxing counterpoint after a day of exploring Nelson, while a terrace or balcony offers mountain views to pair with every stay. The kitchen setup—kitchenware, a kitchenette, and the option to barbecue—makes self-catering easy, and free Wifi along with free on-site parking keeps conveniences simple. Non-smoking rooms and air conditioning add comfort for every traveler.

Accommodation options range from compact studios to larger apartments, catering to different group sizes. Studios include variants such as Studio, Studio Queen, Studio Twin, Studio Economy, and Studio 2 Beds, each designed for flexible stays. For bigger groups, the Two-Bedroom Apartment sleeps up to 5 adults and 2 children with a Queen bed, two Twins, and a Sofa Bed. Larger arrangements like Apartment (sleeping up to 10 adults and 6 children), Apartment, 2 Bedroom, Executive Apartment, 1 Bedroom, and Suite, 1 Bedroom offer generous space and privacy for extended families or gatherings.

Payment is straightforward, with cash accepted and major cards—American Express, Diners Club, Visa, Mastercard, and Eftpos—also welcomed. The property sits about 0.2mi from Nelson’s city center, making it easy to stroll to shops and sights. This mix of amenities, room configurations, and location creates a versatile base for solo travelers, families, and larger groups exploring Nelson and the surrounding region.

Closest airports

Nelson Airport

3.5mi

Woodbourne Airport

35.1mi

Picton Aerodrome

35.5mi

Most popular amenities

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Spa tub

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

Terrace

Mountain view

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

View

Barbecue

Balcony

Bathtub

Rooms

Two-Bedroom Apartment in Palms Motel

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Apartment, 2 Bedroom

1 Sofa Bed

785 sqft

Mountain view

Spa tub

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

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This large apartment features a spa bath, 2 separate bedrooms and a lounge area. Some apartments have a balcony.

One-Bedroom Executive Apartment in Palms Motel

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Executive Apartment, 1 Bedroom

1 Queen Size Bed

390 sqft

Mountain view

Spa tub

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

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x6

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This apartment features a large flat-screen Smart TV with over 50 satellite channels and a spa bath. Some apartments have a balcony.

Studio in Palms Motel

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Studio

1 Queen Size Bed

310 sqft

Mountain view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

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Includes a large flat-screen Smart TV with over 50 satellite channels, electric blankets and an private bathroom with a hairdryer. Please note there is no capacity for extra beds.

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Studio, Twin

1 Twin Bed

315 sqft

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Free wifi

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Modern studio with full kitchen facilities, large flat-screen Smart TV with over 50 satellite channels, electric blankets and private bathroom with hairdryer. Please note there is no capacity for additional guests or beds.

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

390 sqft

Spa tub

Kitchen

Free wifi

Microwave

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x5

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Studio, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

x5

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x3

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Family Apartment

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Room Selected at Check in

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Room, Shared Room

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Apartment

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x6

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Studio Economy

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Double Room, Single Use

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Guest reviews

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684 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Laura

8.2

July 2024

Lovely room, very spacious and comfortable. Sports channels on TV were a hit with my husband. Nice walk to the marina, cute puppy in the reception area!

A staff member let herself in to our room while we were in there to ask us “Are you leaving today?” at 10.15am. We were in the process of packing up at the time and had checked out of every other motel on our trip between 10 and 10.30am with nothing said. It was a bit of a shock having someone walk in - strange, we thought! Especially when it did not appear to be busy at all.

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Emma

10

March 2024

From the moment we arrived we felt welcome, the owners and staff are lovely. Location is central and close to everything with an added bonus of how close the supermarket is for all those forgotten to pack items. The facilities are great, shower pressure is a massive bonus, love that they are a more eco motel. The pool is also great. The best place to stay with kids. Absolutely loved our stay and will definitely be back!

Nothing, it was a great stay!

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Anita

9.1

November 2024

We loved the location which was in easy walking distance of cafes, restaurants, parks, and galleries in downtown Nelson. The river walk was nearby which was very pleasant. The bed was comfy and the room was very clean and spacious and had everything we needed for our 3 day stay. Staff were pleasant and helpful.

The bathroom was very well equipped but the shower was a step up from the floor and care needed to be taken stepping in and out.

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Kathryn

10

January 2025

The Palms Motel location was excellent, it is quiet, has a supermarket across the road and can walk to town. The room was spacious and clean, good cooking facilities. The staff are very friendly and very helpful. We would stay again.

We can only say good things about our stay, the location is great, the room was great, the bed was really comfy, had everything needed for our stay. All the staff were excellent.

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Garry

10

November 2024

The Palms Motel is the Best in Nelson,by far!. Units are very clean,beds are great,awesome aircon,kitchen,and spa bath is sensational. Brooke was so welcoming, and helpful,and her staff are all friendly and everyone there goes the extra mile to make sure your stay with them is the best it can be. Palms Motel is also ideally situated to Restaurants, Supermarkets,ect,.

The only thing my wife and I didn't like,,,,,Was Leaving..😒

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Colleen

10

January 2025

Great room Great beds The manager allowed us to use the room before 2pm as it was ready! Amazingly acommodative and big kudos to her The pool was perfect on a perfectly hot summer day with heaps of towels available Not anything to complain about except too many duvets for summer on the bed. The staff were friendly So close to town. All within walkable distance Thank you so much 😊

Not a thing

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Anna

8.2

January 2025

Fantastic location close to shops, cafes & bars, also nice walkways around the area. The motel has all the facilities you will need.

The cleaning staff were poor, when they serviced our room our bed was only pulled up & not made. The cleaning was mediocre.

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Craig

8.2

January 2024

Great location, friendly staff, nice rooms work mini kitchen and fridge. Very happy with my stay?

Only things I ding it for is wifi was annoying - no password but you had to click agree on a sign in page. But it would kick you off every few hours and you'd have to do it again. Much simpler just to have a password. And the pillows were a bit too thick and dense for me, but that's personal preference. Those two minor things would take it from 8 to 9 for me.

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Dawn

10

April 2025

Lovely, clean, modern units. Very warm and cozy, clean linen, a decent tv, well equipped kitchenette, nice bathroom, privacy, beds were firm but comfortable and fresh. Staff were super efficient and welcoming. Pool was a nice bonus. Very close to the centre of town and Woolworths for a convenient shop! Definitely one of the best motels I've stayed in.

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Doyle

9.1

January 2025

Staff were superb and very helpful. Loved the spa bath and extremely clean. Amazing location.

Not having a heat pump in the bedroom with just a small window for air made it stuffy and too warm when someone was trying to sleep and the other watching TV in the lounge. No lamp in the lounge - only choice of lighting was the too bright ceiling lights.

Points of Interest Around Palms Motel

Airports

Nelson Airport

3.5mi

Woodbourne Airport

35.1mi

Picton Aerodrome

35.5mi

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Heated
  • Salt water
  • Shallow end

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Palms Motel

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Spa tub

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

Terrace

Mountain view

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

View

Barbecue

Balcony

Bathtub

Stay rules - Palms Motel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Palms Motel

What are the check-in and check-out times at Palms Motel?

Your reservation at Palms Motel specifies a check-in timeframe of 02:00 PM to 06:00 PM, and a check-out deadline of 10:00 AM.

Does Palms Motel come with parking?

Yes, there is parking available at Palms Motel. It is free, private, and located on site.

What's the nightly rate at Palms Motel?

For Palms Motel, room prices kick off at $123. Remember, prices can fluctuate depending on room type and availability dates. Input your dates for definitive prices.

Which room categories can I book at Palms Motel?

The Palms Motel offers a variety of rooms including two-bedroom apartments, one-bedroom executive apartments, twin studios, and single occupancy studios. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The two-bedroom apartment accommodates 5 adults and 2 children and has a sofa bed, twin beds, and a queen-size bed. The other rooms accommodate fewer occupants and have a queen-size bed, with the twin studio also having a twin bed.

How can guests spend their time at Palms Motel?

Guests at Palms Motel can spend their time enjoying the various leisure amenities provided by the hotel. One of the main attractions is the outdoor swimming pool, which is accessible to guests during all seasons. The pool is heated and filled with saltwater, providing a relaxing and refreshing experience. There is also a shallow end for those who prefer to stay in shallower water.

In addition to the swimming pool, guests can also make use of the spa tub, perfect for unwinding after a long day of activities. For those who enjoy outdoor cooking, there are barbecue facilities available at the hotel. Guests can gather around and have a barbecue with family and friends.

Furthermore, the hotel is located in an area ideal for cycling enthusiasts. Guests can explore the surroundings on their bicycles and take in the scenic views. Overall, the Palms Motel offers a range of leisure amenities that provide opportunities for relaxation and recreation during guests' stay.

Is there a swimming pool at Palms Motel?

The Palms Motel has one pool available. It is located outdoors and is available all season. This pool is heated, has saltwater, and has a shallow end.

Which payment methods are supported by Palms Motel?

Palms Motel accepts cash as a payment method. In addition, they also accept Visa, Diners Club, American Express, Mastercard, and Eftpos for payments.