Where to Stay in Marlborough Sounds & Nelson/Tasman
Resorts, hotels, and accommodation options in Marlborough Sounds & Nelson/Tasman
Accommodation Overview
The Marlborough Sounds offer a mix of waterfront holiday parks, lodges, and marina accommodation. Picton has the widest range with hotels, motels, and backpacker options. Havelock is a small but charming base for Pelorus Sound with holiday parks and B&Bs. Nelson provides a full city range of accommodation. Kaiteriteri has holiday parks and lodges near the Abel Tasman entrance. The Marlborough wine region adds luxury vineyard lodges for those seeking premium accommodation.
Recommended Areas
Picton
Gateway town with hotels, motels, marina, restaurants, and dive operators. Best base for Lermontov and Queen Charlotte Sound.
Nelson
Sunshine city with full hotel range, airport, restaurants, and arts scene. Base for Tasman Bay and Abel Tasman diving.
Kaiteriteri
Coastal village and Abel Tasman gateway with holiday parks and lodges. Beautiful beach and water taxi access.