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About the Hotel

21 Trafalgar St The Wood Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand

Rooms & Accommodations

Kings Gate Motel offers 11 air-conditioned units with 40-inch Smart TVs featuring Netflix and DVD players. Options include Two-Bedroom Units with queen and three single beds, One-Bedroom Units with king beds and sofa beds, Queen Spa Studios with double spa baths, and Super King Studios. All units include kitchenettes, hairdryers, and free Wi-Fi.

On-Site Facilities

The property features a seasonal outdoor heated swimming pool maintained at 26°C, a gas barbecue area with sun loungers, and a guest laundry. Continental breakfast is available for delivery to units. Chargeback arrangements are available with several local restaurants.

Location & Access

Located on Trafalgar Street opposite Trafalgar Park, the motel is a 5-minute walk to the Trafalgar Centre. Nearby landmarks include The Suter Art Gallery (1 km), Centre of New Zealand (2.5 km), and Founders Heritage Park (2.5 km). The property serves as a base for exploring Nelson's cafes, restaurants, and art galleries.

Local Activities

Guests can walk along the Matai River to the Centre of New Zealand for city views, explore boardwalks at Waimea Estuary to see White Herons and Royal Spoonbills, or cycle the 165 km Great Taste Trail through vineyards and cafes. Abel Tasman National Park offers kayaking, tramping, and scenic cruises with free bus transfers provided.

Family & Additional Services

The motel provides cots and highchairs for children. Cable Bay Adventure Park features animal petting, archery ranges, and forest walks. Local breweries offer tours and sampling. Hosts Regan & Amanda provide daily servicing and assistance with local arrangements.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.

Queen Studio

2 persons

18 m²

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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King Studio

2 persons

35 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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One-Bedroom Apartment

2 persons

40 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Two-Bedroom Apartment

2 persons

55 m²

3 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

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City Centre

Nelson200 m

Airports

Nelson (NSN) 9.5 km

Woodbourne (BHE) 106.4 km

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour security

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry

Dining

Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Heated swimming pool
Sun loungers
Garden area
BBQ facilities

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Patio
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

Electric blankets

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

21 Trafalgar St The Wood Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand

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21 Trafalgar St The Wood Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand

City landmarks

Church

Christ Church Cathedral

940 m

Museum

Nelson Provincial Museum

750 m

Garden

Queen's Gardens

1.2 km

Gallery

The Suter Art Gallery

1.0 km

Landmark

Dance to the Music of Time

780 m

Gallery

Wall To Wall Art Nelson

620 m

Gallery

Saligia

830 m

Gallery

South Street Gallery

1.0 km

Park

Founders Heritage Park

2.3 km

Landmark

Centre of New Zealand

2.5 km

Gallery

Red Art Gallery & Cafe

610 m

Landmark

Botanical Gardens

1.4 km

Landmark

Little Beehive Co-Op

790 m

Landmark

Atkins Gallery

610 m

Landmark

Neale Park

880 m

Mall

Morrison Square

830 m

Landmark

Huangshi Garden

900 m

Gallery

ATELIER Studio

920 m

Landmark

Hop & Beer Museum

1.3 km

Landmark

Melrose House

1.6 km

Landmark

Botanical Hill

1.3 km

Landmark

Centre of New Zealand Monument

2.5 km

Garden

Miyazu Gardens

1.9 km

Nearby

Market

The Nelson Market

560 m

Anzac Park

150 m

Gallery

Quiet Dog Gallery

290 m

90 Achilles Avenue Wakatu Square

Parker Gallery

330 m

Southern Wilderness

510 m

77 Trafalgar St

Maitai Walkway

520 m

Rutherford Park

570 m

Restaurants

The Tides Restaurant & Bar

590 m

66 Trafalgar Street

River Kitchen

570 m

81 Trafalgar Street

7010 Your Local

560 m

36 Collingwood Street Corner of Ajax Ave

Little Dove

560 m

36 Collingwood Street

Halifax cafe

350 m

28 Halifax St

DeVille

660 m

22 New St

New Street Steakhouse

740 m

58 Collingwood Street

The Workshop Nelson

720 m

32c New Street

The Kitchen

720 m

111 Bridge Street

Anchor Bar & Grill

520 m

62 Vickerman St

Pizzeria Bella

520 m

56 Bridge Street

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KINGS GATE MOTEL, Nelson – A Smart Stay in the City

About the Hotel

Rooms & Accommodations

On-Site Facilities

Location & Access

Local Activities

Family & Additional Services

Choose the Room

Check Dates & Room Rates

Getting around

Amenities

General

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Bedroom

Media

Room decor

Location

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