Tourism

 Nelson Airport is a regional airport located in Stoke, 8 kilometers (5 miles) northeast of Nelson, New Zealand. The airport is owned by Infrastructure Holdings Ltd, of which Nelson City and Tasman District councils each hold 50% of the shares.   Nelson Airport was originally established in 1935 as a grass airfield. The first paved runway was constructed in Read more…

Natureland Wildlife Trust is a community focused conservation charity. As a non-profit and an NGO (non-governmental organisation), we exist to be a community hub to connect people, places, and animals.  Saving wildlife is a team effort, and our staff would like to you to join us as we work to save species. You can donate, volunteer, sponsor, or simply Read more…

Bed and Breakfast Accommodation in Nelson Parautane Lodge offers luxury Bed & Breakfast accommodation in a private and tranquil setting. The Lodge is nestled in the hillside allowing spectacular views of Tasman Bay and the mountains of the Arthur range. At Parautane Lodge we strive to provide our guests with a relaxing and rejuvenating bed and breakfast experience. We welcome Read more…

Nelson’s only dedicated & original burger joint Proud winners of Best Restaurant & Best Service/Ambience at the 2019 Nelson Hospitality Awards Welcome to Burger Culture, Nelson’s only dedicated burger joint – fresh, handcrafted, independent. Our fundamental goal is to create a destination that delights the senses. Be nostalgic, cast your mind back to when you were a kid; you only ever Read more…

Whether you are visiting sunny Nelson for business or pleasure you will find comfort, tranquillity and elegance at Chelsea Park Motor Lodge. Enjoy Nelson’s beauty from your room whilst enjoying some luxuries that make Chelsea Park a Qualmark, 4 Star accommodation provider. Chelsea Park offers high quality lodging including homely comforts of a fully equipped kitchenette, a SKY Guest Select Read more…

Consistently awarded one of Nelson’s Top Ranked Motels Elegant and Luxurious, the 5-star Palazzo Motel offers 16 rooms ranging from Executive Suites, 1- and 2-bedroom apartments, and Studios. All are highly appointed, with the latest 55-inch smart TV’s, personal Sky boxes, Nespresso Coffee machines, air conditioning, complimentary unlimited high speed WiFi, and water filters in all the rooms. All of our Read more…

Rutherford Hotel is one of the best rated hotels in Nelson’s City Centre. We offer full accommodation services at affordable rates. Rutherford Hotel Nelson offers Qualmark 4 star hotel accommodation with a full complement of features designed to help you achieve the most from your stay. The hotel offers a range of superior guest facilities including two restaurants, and is Read more…

The Brook Waimārama Sanctuary – a very special part of New Zealand The Brook Waimārama Sanctuary is the largest fenced Sanctuary for endangered plants and creatures in the South Island. Close to Nelson city but hidden away, immerse yourself in the natural beauty of New Zealand native bush, breathe deeply and engage. We want to connect people (visitors, our staff Read more…

The Brook Waimārama Sanctuary – a very special part of New Zealand The Brook Waimārama Sanctuary is the largest fenced Sanctuary for endangered plants and creatures in the South Island. Close to Nelson city but hidden away, immerse yourself in the natural beauty of New Zealand native bush, breathe deeply and engage. We want to connect people (visitors, our staff Read more…

Nelson Regional Development Agency’s mission is to unlock the economic potential of Nelson Tasman to enable our people and places to thrive. We do this by leading inclusive and regenerative economic development, supporting our businesses and people to grow, and shaping and amplifying our profile to attract people, business, and investment to the region. NRDA is a Council Controlled Organisation Read more…