Where To Stay
Maitai Whare Iti
Nestled down the Maitai Valley in the Nelson Tasman district is the most beautiful welcoming spot to park up and think about what your next adventure might be! Whether you’re into hiking, riding or bunkering down with a good book we have just what you need for your stay. Come and rest at Maitai Whare Iti in one of our beautiful cabins in the heart of the native forest.
Hardy Street School House
Centrally located and set up for adventure, exploration or just walking the central city, the Hardy Street School House is the perfect base for discovering the beautiful Nelson / Tasman region. A full renovation completed in 2023 to convert the interior into two contemporary, self-catering luxe apartments with either 2 bedrooms, 4 bedrooms or combined for 6 bedrooms (all rooms ensuite) for larger groups.
Gibbs Lodge - The Gorge
Gibbs Lodge is the perfect end to a great day riding at The Gorge. Gibbs Lodge has a pizza oven, fire pit, electricity, hot showers, full kitchen, toilets and even a washer and dryer in case of wet weather. Linen and towels are included.
Tides Hotel Bar & Eatery
The Sails Motel Nelson
The Wheelhouse Inn & Captains Quarters
Palms Motel Nelson
Century Park Motor Lodge Nelson
Cedar Grove Motor Lodge
Ah House, Nelson City B&B








Where To Eat
Two Thumb Brewing Co
Located in central Nelson, the Two Thumb taproom offers a huge range of craft beer on tap. With its layedback atmosphere, it hosts regular events, beer festivals and live music, making it the perfect spot for beer lovers to enjoy Nelson’s vibrant brewing scene.
Spring & Fern - Hardy St
A visit to central Nelson isn’t complete without a visit to Sprig + Fern Hardy Street. Well known to locals and visitors alike, the Hardy Street Tavern is a one-stop shop to enjoy superb craft beer and cider, local wines, and good old home-style meals in the heart of Nelson.
Babagatto Italian Restaurant
Culture Burger Joint
Hawker House
Eight Plates
Comida Cafe and Restaurant
Hopgoods Restaurant
Chokdee
Tongtara Thai Restaurant








Where To Ride
Coppermine Trail
Waitarake Trails
Cable Bay Adventure Park
Silvan Forest Mountain Bike Park
Codgers Trails
Firball Track, Koata Park





