Castles Motel & Driftwood Motel | Hotel in Nelson

| 7.9 (349 Reviews) |  10 Bathrooms  30 Guests
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: Ocean View, Oceanfront, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 349 reviews with the average score of 7.9 . 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 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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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

Facility Overview

Parking
  • Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Free parking
  • Private Parking
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Toilet with grab rails
Activities
  • Canoeing
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Beach
  • Walking tours
  • Skiing
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Beachfront
  • Tennis court
General
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Designated smoking area
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Heating
Guest Services
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Baggage storage
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/out
  • Express check-in/out
  • Tour desk
Internet
  • Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Key access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

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.

Reviews

Value for money:
10
Location:
5
Staff:
10
Facilities:
10
Comfort:
10
Cleanliness:
10
Wendy
Dec 29, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
New Zealand
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Standard Studio
Room Type: Studio
Room Size: 40 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shampoo, Towels, Toilet, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Toilet paper

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Radio, Flat-screen TV

General

Electric blankets, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access, Iron, Soundproof, Fan, Heating

Kitchen

Dining table, Oven, Electric kettle, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Microwave, Wine glasses, Kitchen, Toaster, Stovetop

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

View

View

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack
Executive Studio
Room Type: Studio
Room Size: 40 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Executive Studio

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shampoo, Towels, Toilet, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Toilet paper

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Radio, Flat-screen TV

General

Electric blankets, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access, Iron, Soundproof, Fan, Heating

Kitchen

Dining table, Oven, Electric kettle, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Microwave, Wine glasses, Kitchen, Toaster, Stovetop

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

View

View

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack
Family Apartment
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 70 m2
1 Sofa bed Bed
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shampoo, Towels, Toilet, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Toilet paper

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Radio, Flat-screen TV

General

Electric blankets, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access, Iron, Air conditioning, Fan, Heating

Kitchen

Dining table, Oven, Electric kettle, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Microwave, Wine glasses, Kitchen, Toaster, Stovetop

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

View

View

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack
Superior One-Bedroom Apartment - Upstairs
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 70 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Spa tub, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shampoo, Bathtub, Towels, Toilet, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Toilet paper

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Radio, Flat-screen TV

General

Electric blankets, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access, Iron, Air conditioning, Fan, Heating

Activities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Dining table, Oven, Electric kettle, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Microwave, Wine glasses, Kitchen, Toaster, Stovetop

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

View

View

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack
Superior One-Bedroom Apartment - Downstairs
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 70 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Spa tub, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shampoo, Bathtub, Towels, Toilet, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Toilet paper

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Radio, Flat-screen TV

General

Electric blankets, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access, Iron, Air conditioning, Fan, Heating

Activities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Kitchenette, Dining table, Electric kettle, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Microwave, Wine glasses, Kitchen, Toaster, Stovetop

Living Area

Sitting area, Sofa, Desk

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Patio, Outdoor furniture

View

View

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Sofa bed, Clothes rack
Double or Twin Room with Garden View
Room Type: Twin/Double
Room Size: 32 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shampoo, Towels, Toilet, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Toilet paper

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Radio, Flat-screen TV

General

Electric blankets, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access, Iron, Soundproof, Fan, Heating

Kitchen

Dining table, Oven, Electric kettle, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Microwave, Wine glasses, Kitchen, Toaster, Stovetop

Living Area

Sofa, Desk

View

View, Garden view

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack
Studio with Garden View
Room Type: Studio
Room Size: 32 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shampoo, Towels, Toilet, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Toilet paper

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Radio, Flat-screen TV

General

Electric blankets, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access, Iron, Soundproof, Fan, Heating

Kitchen

Dining table, Oven, Electric kettle, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Microwave, Wine glasses, Kitchen, Toaster, Stovetop

Living Area

Sofa, Desk

View

View, Garden view

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack
Queen Studio - Disability Access
Room Type: Studio
Room Size: 30 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shampoo, Towels, Toilet, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Toilet paper

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Radio, Flat-screen TV

General

Electric blankets, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access, Iron, Soundproof, Fan, Heating

Kitchen

Dining table, Electric kettle, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Microwave, Wine glasses, Kitchen, Toaster

Living Area

Sofa, Desk

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Alarm clock, Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Wardrobe or closet

View

View, Garden view

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area

Accessibility

Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Roll-in shower, Toilet with grab rails, Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack
Family Room with Garden View
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 42 m2
3 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Family Room with Garden View

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shampoo, Towels, Toilet, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Toilet paper

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Radio, Flat-screen TV

General

Electric blankets, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access, Iron, Soundproof, Fan, Heating

Kitchen

Dining table, Oven, Electric kettle, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Microwave, Wine glasses, Kitchen, Toaster, Stovetop

Living Area

Sofa, Desk

View

View, Garden view

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack
Junior Suite with Garden View
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 42 m2
2 Sofa bed Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Bottle of water, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Private bathroom, Body soap, Shampoo, Towels, Toilet, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Toilet paper

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Radio, Flat-screen TV

General

Electric blankets, Ironing facilities, Trash cans, Carpeted, Key access, Iron, Soundproof, Fan, Heating

Kitchen

Dining table, Oven, Electric kettle, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Microwave, Wine glasses, Kitchen, Toaster, Stovetop

Living Area

Sofa, Desk

View

View, Garden view

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Alarm clock, Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Fold-up bed, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack

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 $51 per night with includes Ocean View, Oceanfront, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Security/Safety, Skiing, Guest Services, Child Friendly, Internet, View, Wheelchair Accessible, Laundry, Designated Smoking Area, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

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?

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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