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Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Nelson
Check in 2:00 PM
Check out 10:00 AM
Embrace the ultimate seaside escape at Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel, where golden sands meet five-star comfort, you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Burrell Park and Tahunanui Beach Reserve. This beach motel is 9 minutes walk to Natureland Zoo and 15 minutes walk to Nelson Fun Park.

Wake up to ocean breezes with air conditioning, complimentary high-speed WiFi, mini-refrigerator, jetted bathtub, a private bathroom with premium toiletries, a 32-inch flat-screen TV and daily housekeeping. Conveniences include a desk, wheelchair-accessibility, a phone, an iron and ironing board and a full kitchen.

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Property Details

Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.

  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Free long-term parking
  • Luggage storage
  • Golf lessons available nearby
  • Express check-out
  • Meeting rooms
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Free WiFi
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Golfing nearby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Free self parking
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Number of buildings/towers - 2
  • Total number of rooms - 11

Check-in

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

The front desk is open during the following times:
  • Monday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • This property accepts major credit cards
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Other details

Take advantage of the motel's room service.

Featured amenities include express check-out, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Burrell Park - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Natureland Zoo - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Nelson Fun Park - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Paddy's Knob Reserve - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Nelson Golf Links - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Victory Square - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
South Pacific Distillery - 3 km / 1.9 mi
Fairfield Park - 3.3 km / 2 mi
Nelson Hospital - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Nelson College - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Anzac Park - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Greenmeadows Park - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Marsden Recreation Ground - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
The preferred airport for Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel is Nelson (NSN) - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi

Hotel policies

General

  • Professional property host/manager
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Beach nearby

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Location

44 Tahunanui Drive, Nelson, 7011, New Zealand
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