Kings Gate Motel offers a serene escape near Nelson Market and Trafalgar Park. Unwind in the garden, lounge by the seasonal pool, or have fun at the playground while staying connected with free in-room WiFi.
Located in the entertainment district, Kings Gate Motel is a great choice for a stay in Nelson. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves.
At a glance
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Hotel size
11 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Traveling with children
Playground
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Seasonal outdoor pool
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
40-inch Smart TV
Satellite TV channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Stovetop
Toaster
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Highchair
Free tea bags/instant coffee
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.5 percent
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 0 per night
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from October to May
Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Policies
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Kings Gate Motel Nelson
Kings Gate Nelson
Kings Gate Motel Hotel
Kings Gate Motel Nelson
Kings Gate Motel Hotel Nelson
Frequently asked questions
Does Kings Gate Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Kings Gate Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Kings Gate Motel?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Kings Gate Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Kings Gate Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kings Gate Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Kings Gate Motel and nearby?
Kings Gate Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a garden.
Does Kings Gate Motel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Kings Gate Motel like?
Kings Gate Motel is in The Wood, a short 1-minute walk from Trafalgar Park and 11 minutes' walk from Nelson Market.
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Reviews
Kings Gate Motel Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.8
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
8.6
Staff & service
8.0
Eco-friendliness
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2025
Great location
gary
gary, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 21, 2025
Loved the lovely welcome from our hostess, nothing was too much trouble would highly recommend great service, comfortable had everything we needed.
Heidi
Heidi, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 25, 2025
Nice and convenient
sandra
sandra, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Apr 5, 2025
I and my wife stayed
Siquan
6/10 Good
Mar 20, 2025
Good location but a bit unkempt.
Amber
Amber, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2024
Weekend Away
Nelson is a lovely place to stay. Weather was warm & a great vibe in the town centre. The motel has parking but it's easy to walk into the town centre. It was comfortable with separate little kitchen & bathroom. Nice cafe next to river about 5 mins walk from motel.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Feb 11, 2025
Very friendly & helpful staff .
The 2bedroom unit was in poor condition, mould on the ceiling of the bathroom, the oven still had crumbs & the icebox was unusable due to ice buildup.
Trish
Trish, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 7, 2024
Great accommodatiom. Clean and spacious. Lovely host
Nikki
Nikki, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 2, 2025
It was rather nosiy in room 7 with banging and so on most of the night
Robyn
Robyn, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Mar 22, 2025
Bedroom table lamp globe missing and no kitchen dish cloth etc. Lounge layout a bit cluttered with mismatched sofas.
On positive, parking right in front of unit.
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2022
A nice little place, OGC the beaten path. Owner on site and happy to help.
James
James, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Feb 8, 2025
Property looked much different in photos than it did in person. Cockroach running along walls, dirty under the furniture, very small. Pool was a mess. Overall very unhappy with my stay.
Bethany
Bethany, 4-night trip
2/10 Poor
May 8, 2025
Don’t stay here
Not good at all. Beware as photos are deceiving. Potentially fake. A complete dive!! One towel for two people staying. No hand towels, facecloths, bath mat. So over priced. Would have been better off at a camp ground motel and would have been way cheaper. The hosts will deny the claims I’m sure. Also if you read some of the past reviews, they just don’t stack up. Fake as well probably.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2024
All good. Had used the property before and so knew what to expect
Rosemary
Rosemary, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 21, 2023
Everything I needed
Simon
Simon, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2017
A very pleasant stay, welcoming from start to finish. Sean and Ning were a great couple who made my stay feel like it was just like home instead of in a hotel.
The room was very clean and the bed comfortable. The best part was the new bathroom with a great shower.
Within 2 minute drive or 5 minute walk to the city also made it very easy to get to the many food options.
Would definitely stay again.
Verified traveler
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2023
Big room. Clean and quiet. Easy walk to town. Value for money
Ang
Ang, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 14, 2024
Property was in need of a serious makeover. Appeared old and worn.
Lorraine
Lorraine, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 29, 2022
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David
David, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 4, 2024
Conveniently located to trafalgar centre, unit was clean but left over food and milk in fridge was off putting. Shower wash was also empty.
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 29, 2023
Clean, comfy & great location.
Family group of 5 with adult children enjoyed our stay. Clean & comfy with ample space. We were upgraded to a 2 bedroom apartment which was ideal. We were able to check in an hour earlier when we arrived to park the car. It is an easy walk to CBD and lovely walking tracks around the river/creek. Management staff very welcoming & easy to talk to. Close to main roads, but no traffic noise at night. We enjoyed our stay & highly recommend.
Maree Esme
Maree Esme, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 15, 2023
The upgrade to a 1 bedroom apartment was much appreciated and was clean and comfortable. The pool was excellent, but the fridge has a bad vibration which was noisy during the night.
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2023
Owner contacted me due to situation happening in Nelson and advised to cancel my booking and offered to help looking for other accommodation for me. Appreciated the communication.
Joel Galvez
6/10 Good
Dec 29, 2023
Ok for 1 night but could be better
Serves it's purpose for a short 1 night stopover.
The room is dark and there is very little privacy if the curtains are not drawn since the room was very exposed to the general carpark and staircase.
Lack of counter space and hooks in the bathroom.
Stains on bathroom wall.
Mathias
Mathias, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 23, 2023
Staff not available 0830 when we wanted to check out