Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site.

Is breakfast offered, and what are the details?

Breakfast is available through room service during limited hours, and guests can also grab a bite from the snack bar/deli.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 to 20:00, and check-out is by 10:00. Late check-out is available for a fee of NZD 30, subject to availability.

What accessibility features does the property offer?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, ensuring comfort for guests with disabilities.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is centrally located in Nelson, just a 1-minute walk from Trafalgar Park and 11 minutes by foot from Nelson Market. It is 1 mile from Founders Heritage Park and 1.1 miles from Christ Church Cathedral.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and there is no minimum age for children to stay for free.

The Sails Nelson

What guests think

Reviews of The Sails Nelson are overwhelmingly positive, highlighting spotless housekeeping, modern and comfortable rooms, and exceptionally friendly, proactive hosts, with many guests appreciating the walkable location to the city centre and restaurants, convenient parking, and on-site laundry.

Guests highlight well-equipped kitchenettes, large showers or spa baths, and quiet rooms that feel newly updated. Breakfast delivered to rooms is frequently praised for quality and timeliness. Overall, it suits travellers seeking a polished, comfortable base with attentive service.

Facilities

Cleanliness

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Service

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Facilities

Guests value practical amenities such as on-site laundry and easy parking; some note room-service breakfast and accessible accommodation options.

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10

Nadya

16 Oct 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent property! Staff were so friendly, room was absolutely spotless. We especially loved the breakfast room service which was quite a treat! The massive tv was so nice to have to watch a movie in bed after a long day. Really impressed by how well stocked the kitchen was. I liked the added touch of the milk bottle in the fridge instead of the long life milk you normally find. Definitely would recommend staying here, great location and good parking.

10

Johnna

26 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The Sails Nelson was a great place to stay. Convenient location for exploring, close to everything, clean, comfortable, and we loved the corner spa to relax our muscles after doing some adventuring. Thank you!

10

Dale

15 Nov 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Clean room. Can order breakfast for room delivery. Laundry facility.

10

Samantha

22 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

10

Aya

26 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Well equipped. Nice spa bath. Quiet and warm rooms. Friendly staff.

10

Amanda

8 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A 5 star modern beautifully appointed hotel. Super well placed close to everything. Host was extremely helpful with recommendations for some lovely restaurants. We stayed in a wheelchair access room and I would highly recommend for anyone who needs an accessibility room. Highly recommend

10

Kristin

7 Apr 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Spacious room, easy parking. Easy walk to the best restaurants in town. Friendly service. Would definitely stay here again if ever come back to Nelson.

10

Bernadette

13 Jan 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Perfect spot for three day stop in area, from the warm welcome through to the spacious and extremely comfortable bedroom with kitchen facilities and a lovely bathroom. It’s just a short walk into town along a well lit road, and also convenient to quickly access the coastal road. The room was serviced every day, and everything was well designed and thought through. The laundry room was also a welcome feature. Would definitely recommend.

10

Grace

7 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

My husband and I had a brief but delightful stay at The Sails in Nelson. The room was clean and comfortable, with amenities including a small kitchen (featuring a sink, microwave, small stove, and dishwasher) as well as access to shared laundry facilities. The host was incredibly friendly and even offered to help transfer our laundry while we were out hiking in Abel Tasman National Park. The location is excellent, just a short walk to downtown.

10

Larry

8 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Was a very updated and nice accommodation. As a bonus, there is washers and dryers on the premises to use for a very small fee

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is a consistent strong point, with many calling rooms spotless or immaculate and noting reliable daily servicing. Housekeeping appears thorough across stays.

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Richard

1 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms are perfectly clean and well stocked. The staff was wonderful. It's a perfect location for walking to town or along the water.

10

Linda

25 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly staff, large clean room

10

Gayla

5 Jan 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful rooms, very clean and super comfortable bed with luxury bedding. The staff was amazing and made me feel very welcome.

10

Arthur

26 Jan 2026

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Stayed 4 nights

Clean, excellent shower and room serviced each day.

10

Julie

22 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Sherrie was so welcoming !!! The motel is immaculately clean, bright and modern , with a fantastically equipped kitchen area , dishwasher with the dishwasher soap supplied, and access to washing machines and dryers on the ground floor. The bathroom was large with fluffy towels & lovely soar, conditioner and shampoo. The nespresso coffee machine had plenty of pods and fresh milk was waiting in the fridge . Our room was downstairs, so had a little patio area with chairs , and space to put a drying rack ( from the laundry) outside. Iron and ironing board and a safe were supplied along with bathrobes and crisp white sheets . Very impressed at the attention to detail, and unlike other motels we have used, even had salt and pepper mills .

10

Ruth

31 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect place to stay. easy walk to town and immaculately clean! thank you

10

Maricar

8 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great amenities and impeccably clean

10

Bernadette

13 Jan 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Perfect spot for three day stop in area, from the warm welcome through to the spacious and extremely comfortable bedroom with kitchen facilities and a lovely bathroom. It’s just a short walk into town along a well lit road, and also convenient to quickly access the coastal road. The room was serviced every day, and everything was well designed and thought through. The laundry room was also a welcome feature. Would definitely recommend.

10

Kathy

22 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The Sails was easy to get to and the suite was spotless. We ended up arriving later than the office was open due to a late ferry arrival, but they easily helped us get our key. Thank you so much for everything! We loved our stay with you!

10

Jan

27 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The property was modern with updated furnishings. The beds were comfortable and the rooms spotless. The staff very helpful and friendly.

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Rooms

Rooms are modern, spacious, and well appointed, with comfortable beds, kitchen facilities, and large showers or spa baths; many guests also note quiet stays. Extra touches like Nespresso machines and big TVs add comfort.

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Steve

4 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice apartment and very comfortable bed

10

Michiko

15 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful apartment style lodging. Our place was well equipped, modern, high quality bathroom and furnishings. Location was walkable to town. Really liked the place

10

Dean

3 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautifully appointed, modern, well laid out & close to town. Wonderful hosts. Highly recommended. Would definitely stay here again

10

Jared

19 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

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

10

Paul

14 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Super welcoming staff, great apartment design and kept to a new standard

10

Stephen

15 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

10

Michael

30 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful, modern, comfortable room.

10

Aya

26 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Well equipped. Nice spa bath. Quiet and warm rooms. Friendly staff.

10

Bernadette

13 Jan 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Perfect spot for three day stop in area, from the warm welcome through to the spacious and extremely comfortable bedroom with kitchen facilities and a lovely bathroom. It’s just a short walk into town along a well lit road, and also convenient to quickly access the coastal road. The room was serviced every day, and everything was well designed and thought through. The laundry room was also a welcome feature. Would definitely recommend.

10

Robert

5 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice room with comfortable bed as promised by our host. Walking distance to restuarants. Large TV with Netflix. Easy in and out location.

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Service

Service is widely praised as friendly, welcoming, and proactive, with helpful local tips and smooth, accommodating check-ins. Staff readily assist with late arrivals and other requests.

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Mark

14 Apr 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Hospitality was incredible. Close to the centre.

10

Peter

18 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, comfortable and cool vibe to the rooms. Easy walk to dining and groceries. Cherie, the manager was fantastic. Very engaging and fun, with hand delivered breakfast to our rooms, and got us a cab when we checked out. I’d give a 5.5 stars if I could 😎

10

Annie

29 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We absolutely loved our stay. Our room was perfect and the location was PERFECT. What stood out to us the most was the staff. They were so sweet and truly went above and beyond to make sure we were happy and had everything we needed.

10

Galina

21 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful place to stay! Heather is amazing — she recommended places to visit, and we enjoyed all of them. The place is clean, beautifully decorated, and walkable to many shops and restaurants. Definitely coming back!

10

Gayla

5 Jan 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful rooms, very clean and super comfortable bed with luxury bedding. The staff was amazing and made me feel very welcome.

10

Jesse

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The Sails Nelson was absolutely amazing. Not only is the location central and within a quick walk to local cafes, restaurants, and the city centre; but the staff are super friendly, accomodating, and helpful. If I could give the Sails Nelson more then 5 stars, I most definitely would!

10

Ryan

27 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Had a wonderful stay at the sails. Friendly service, clean and comfortable room with amazing loose leaf tea. Great recommendations from staff on some sight seeing adventures and great location in the city.

10

Sally

3 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Best Motel that we stayed in during our trip from the UK to New Zealand. Centrally located in Nelson and staff friendly, helpful and extremely attentive for choice of restaurants. Only an hour away from Abel Tasman. Breakfasts served in room, on time and ham and cheese omelette was best I have ever tasted.

10

Karyn

24 Dec 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We stayed for a few days and couldn’t be happier with our accommodation at Sails. The room was full of everything we needed, even herbal teas and coffee machine - real milk each day too. It was convenient to shops and restaurants and the the owners were friendly and helpful. Highly recommend

10

Kathy

22 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The Sails was easy to get to and the suite was spotless. We ended up arriving later than the office was open due to a late ferry arrival, but they easily helped us get our key. Thank you so much for everything! We loved our stay with you!

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Location

The Sails Nelson is walkable to the city centre, waterfront, and restaurants, and offers easy access to main roads. Several reviews also mention a quiet setting.

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Richard

1 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms are perfectly clean and well stocked. The staff was wonderful. It's a perfect location for walking to town or along the water.

10

Sascha

13 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent location, easy walk into main street. Lovely well equipped apartment. Would definitely stay again.

8

Brian

7 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and in good location.

10

Leah

15 Aug 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Had a wonderful stay! The room was very lovely, comfortable, and clean. The woman at the front desk was friendly and helpful. And we were a 15 min walk into city center, 30 min walk to the center of NZ, and 50 min walk to the beach when we were feeling very ambitious. Would definitely stay again.

10

Jesse

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The Sails Nelson was absolutely amazing. Not only is the location central and within a quick walk to local cafes, restaurants, and the city centre; but the staff are super friendly, accomodating, and helpful. If I could give the Sails Nelson more then 5 stars, I most definitely would!

10

Jeannette

16 Sept 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Top people and amenities with great proximity to shopping area and main roads into and through Nelson

10

Ian

11 Jul 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Was close enough to walk to the city centre for shopping and dining. Nice size apartment with good facilities.

10

Kristin

7 Apr 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Spacious room, easy parking. Easy walk to the best restaurants in town. Friendly service. Would definitely stay here again if ever come back to Nelson.

10

Bernadette

13 Jan 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Perfect spot for three day stop in area, from the warm welcome through to the spacious and extremely comfortable bedroom with kitchen facilities and a lovely bathroom. It’s just a short walk into town along a well lit road, and also convenient to quickly access the coastal road. The room was serviced every day, and everything was well designed and thought through. The laundry room was also a welcome feature. Would definitely recommend.

10

William

15 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,372 nights

Property is located within walking distance of town and the waterfront. Rooms are modern and spacious. Staff are very attentive.

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Dining

Breakfast is available via room service and is often described as delicious and timely.

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Nadya

16 Oct 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent property! Staff were so friendly, room was absolutely spotless. We especially loved the breakfast room service which was quite a treat! The massive tv was so nice to have to watch a movie in bed after a long day. Really impressed by how well stocked the kitchen was. I liked the added touch of the milk bottle in the fridge instead of the long life milk you normally find. Definitely would recommend staying here, great location and good parking.

10

Peter

18 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, comfortable and cool vibe to the rooms. Easy walk to dining and groceries. Cherie, the manager was fantastic. Very engaging and fun, with hand delivered breakfast to our rooms, and got us a cab when we checked out. I’d give a 5.5 stars if I could 😎

10

Dale

15 Nov 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Clean room. Can order breakfast for room delivery. Laundry facility.

10

Ryan

27 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Had a wonderful stay at the sails. Friendly service, clean and comfortable room with amazing loose leaf tea. Great recommendations from staff on some sight seeing adventures and great location in the city.

10

Daniel

28 Feb 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

The hosts are terrific! Rooms were sparkling clean and the breakfasts were delicious. Highly recommend the Sails Nelson.

10

Qun

28 Nov 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

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.

10

Sally

3 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Best Motel that we stayed in during our trip from the UK to New Zealand. Centrally located in Nelson and staff friendly, helpful and extremely attentive for choice of restaurants. Only an hour away from Abel Tasman. Breakfasts served in room, on time and ham and cheese omelette was best I have ever tasted.

10

Karyn

24 Dec 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We stayed for a few days and couldn’t be happier with our accommodation at Sails. The room was full of everything we needed, even herbal teas and coffee machine - real milk each day too. It was convenient to shops and restaurants and the the owners were friendly and helpful. Highly recommend

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1	2 $141	3	4 $225	5 $127	6 $134	7 $147
8 $138	9 $187	10 $230	11 $150	12 $207	13	14 $128
15 $138	16 $135	17	18 $206	19 $141	20 $139	21 $163
22 $132	23 $162	24	25 $196	26 $181	27 $139	28 $140
29	30 $126

The Sails Nelson

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Studio Suite, Accessible

Executive Suite

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub

Studio Suite, Jetted Tub

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Studio Suite

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