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Apex Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Tahunanui Beach Reserve

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Two Bedroom Apartment | Courtyard view

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
The current price is €71
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr

Room options

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Studio (3 Guests)

Studio (3 Guests)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio (2 Guests)

Studio (2 Guests)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment

One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Two Bedroom Apartment

Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
16 Muritai Street, Tahunanui, Nelson, 7011

What's nearby

  • Natureland Zoo - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Nelson Market - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Nelson Hospital - 8 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sublime Coffee Nelson Airport - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Speights Ale House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nelson Suburban Club Inc - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Apex Motor Lodge

Motel near Tahunanui Beach Reserve
Located close to Natureland Zoo and Nelson Hospital, Apex Motor Lodge provides laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and outdoor furniture
  • Tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and include comforts such as free WiFi and dining tables. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, fridges and microwaves

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7:30 AM - 7:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 30 per night

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 15 for adults and from NZD 15 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from December to March
Pool access available from 9 AM to 8:30 PM

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Apex Motor Lodge Nelson
Apex Motor Nelson
Apex Motor Lodge Motel
Apex Motor Lodge Nelson
Apex Motor Lodge Motel Nelson

Frequently asked questions

Does Apex Motor Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9 AM to 8:30 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Apex Motor Lodge?

As of 7 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apex Motor Lodge on 28 Apr 2025 start from €71.40, 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 Apex Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Apex Motor Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Apex Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Apex Motor Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Apex Motor Lodge located?

Located in Tahunanui, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Natureland Zoo and Tahunanui Beach Reserve. Nelson Hospital and Nelson Provincial Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Apex Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 157 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 157 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 157 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 157 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 157 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Great accomodation. Will definitely stay there again next time we are in Nelson
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Grest place to stay, highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Lovely people and a great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Amazing clean ,friendly, and totally safe.Motel owners and staff member went out of their way to assist our every need.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Great stay, friendly helpful owners
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne

Extremely handy to dining options and the beach. The owners went out of their way to help.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Rooms were decorated beautifully The cleanliness was outstanding Thank you for a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Excellent motel at a good price. Spotlessly clean, excellent facilities and in a good location for the beach. Would definitely recommend this Motel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

karl

Friendly staff and very clean rooms serviced daily
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Very well run motel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

The manager was a riot! Great sense of humor.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

I liked the location, our room and the helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Ideal for our stay of several nights. Nicely appointed, clean and well serviced. Plenty of local options for recreation, dining. Handy to the city centre. Staff friendly and obliging. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Friendly staff and clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharolyn E

The hotel is great, clean, modern, had everything we needed. The staff was friendly and very helpful Thank you from Alberta, Canada visitors
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Great night stay, staff very friendly and new had just been renovated.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Steve

It's convenient location, price and room size.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

jason

Nice place if your eating out all the time
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kay

Everything was up to our expectations, and I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Great service, very nice clean room, great wifi and awesome coffee machine. Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

James

Great stay in a family unit with 2 bedrooms and a large lounge area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Carolyn

The pool was good andcthe coffee machine they provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Nice room at a great price. Staff great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Very pleasant property with very friendly management
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Peter

Friendly welcome, clean and well appointed room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022