Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel | Hotel in Nelson

| 8.2 (150 Reviews) |  1 Bathroom
Tahunanui Hotel | Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Hotel in Tahunanui, Nelson

Beach motel in Nelson with free parking
Laundry facilities, express check-out, and a garden are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include barbecue grills.
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and hair dryers. LED televisions are featured in guestrooms. Accommodations at this 4-star motel have kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

This Nelson motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.


The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Business Services
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
Bedroom
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Air conditioning
  • Portable fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Desk
Breakfast
  • Room service available
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Parking
  • Free extended parking on site
Accessibility
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
Activities
  • Windsurfing
  • Kayaking
  • Golf lessons
  • Sailing
  • Mountain biking
  • Beach access
  • Skydiving
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Golfing
  • Rafting
Entertainment
  • 32-inch LED TV
  • DVD player
General
  • Meeting rooms
  • English
  • Chinese (Mandarin)
  • Smoke-free property
Guest Services
  • Laundry facilities
  • DVD player
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry facilities
  • Daily housekeeping
Internet
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 pm; check-in end time: 8:00 pm minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 am express check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed

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 major credit cards this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Reviews

Craig & Lee
Jul 23, 2025 03:38:31 PM
Review Score:   6
Summary: Bed was a bit average, was the o ly thing that let the place down.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen
Room Size: 452 square feet m2
3 Double Bed and Twin Beds
Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

General

Number of living rooms 0, Partially open bathroom, Number of bedrooms - 1, Shower only, Stovetop, Square feet - 452, Number of bathrooms - 1, Square meters - 42, Kitchen, Oven, Ping - 12.70, Bed count maximum 3, Bed count minimum 3
Family Apartment
Room Size: m2
3 King Bed and Twin Beds
Family Apartment

General

Number of bedrooms - 1, Shower only, Stovetop, Separate bedroom, Number of living rooms 1, Air conditioning, Number of bathrooms - 1, Free cribs/infant beds, Private bathroom, Heating, Noise-free rooms not guaranteed, Oven, Bed count maximum 3, Bed count minimum 3
Superior Studio
Room Size: 344 square feet m2
1 Queen Bed
Superior Studio

General

Square meters - 32, Number of living rooms 0, Partially open bathroom, Number of bedrooms - 0, Shower only, Stovetop, Oven, Square feet - 344, Ping - 9.67, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1
Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen
Room Size: 42 square feet m2
3 Queen Bed and Twin Beds
Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

General

Number of living rooms 0, Partially open bathroom, Ping - 1.2, Number of bedrooms - 1, Shower only, Stovetop, Number of bathrooms - 1, Kitchen, Square feet - 42, Square meters - 4, Oven, Bed count maximum 3, Bed count minimum 3
Deluxe Studio
Room Size: 32 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Deluxe Studio

General

Number of living rooms 0, Partially open bathroom, Number of bedrooms - 0, No cribs (infant beds), Shower only, Ping - 1, Square feet - 32, Square meters - 3, Wheelchair accessible, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1
Standard Studio
Room Size: m2
2 Queen Bed and Twin Bed
Standard Studio

General

Number of living rooms 0, Blackout drapes/curtains, Number of bedrooms - 0, Shower only, Stovetop, Number of bathrooms - 1, Free cribs/infant beds, Private bathroom, Heating, Noise-free rooms not guaranteed, Oven, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
Executive Studio
Room Size: m2
1 King Bed
2 Twin Beds
Executive Studio

General

Number of living rooms 0, Blackout drapes/curtains, Number of bedrooms - 0, Shower only, Stovetop, Number of bathrooms - 1, Private bathroom, Heating, No cribs (infant beds), Noise-free rooms not guaranteed, Oven, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 2
Standard Studio, Multiple Beds
Room Size: 32 square feet m2
2 Queen Bed and Twin Bed
Standard Studio, Multiple Beds

General

Number of living rooms 0, Partially open bathroom, Ping - 0.9, Number of bedrooms - 0, Shower only, Stovetop, Square feet - 32, Oven, Square meters - 3, Bed count minimum 2, Number of bathrooms - 1, Bed count maximum 2
One Bedroom Upstairs Spa Unit
Room Size: m2
2 Queen Bed and Twin Bed
One Bedroom Upstairs Spa Unit

General

Number of bedrooms - 1, Stovetop, Separate bedroom, Number of living rooms 1, Air conditioning, Number of bathrooms - 1, Free cribs/infant beds, Jetted bathtub, Private bathroom, Heating, Separate bathtub and shower, Noise-free rooms not guaranteed, Oven, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
One Bedroom Downstairs Spa Unit
Room Size: m2
2 Queen Bed and Double Sofa Bed
One Bedroom Downstairs Spa Unit

General

IndRm-RenoRecent-Month June, Number of bedrooms - 1, Yard, Sofa bed, Stovetop, Separate bedroom, Extra bed count 1, Number of living rooms 1, Air conditioning, Number of bathrooms - 1, Free cribs/infant beds, IndRm-RenoRecent-Year 2016, Jetted bathtub, Private bathroom, Heating, Separate bathtub and shower, Noise-free rooms not guaranteed, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2
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