The Beachcomber Hotel, nestled near Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Nelson Hospital, offers a serene escape. Unwind in the garden or dip into the seasonal outdoor pool while enjoying free in-room WiFi and helpful staff. Previous guests rave about this beachfront motel's locale.
World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Trafalgar Park - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
Nelson Market - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
Nelson Hospital - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
Getting around
Nelson (NSN) - 5 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Sublime Coffee Nelson Airport - 5 min drive
Speights Ale House - 4 min drive
Coupland's Bakeries - 5 min drive
Nelson Suburban Club Inc - 15 min walk
About this property
The Beachcomber Hotel
The Beachcomber Hotel 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. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and beach location.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
68 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Free offsite parking within 3 ft
Street parking available
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
Barbecue grills
What to do
Beach nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference center
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
5 buildings/towers
Built in 1987
Garden
Seasonal outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Handrails in stairways
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 15 to 30 per person
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for NZD 25.0 per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from November to March
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Kingsgate Beachcomber
Kingsgate Beachcomber Nelson
Kingsgate Hotel Beachcomber
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Beachcomber Motor Inn Nelson
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Beachcomber Motor
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The Beachcomber
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Beachcomber Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Beachcomber Hotel 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 The Beachcomber Hotel?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Beachcomber Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Beachcomber Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Beachcomber Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at The Beachcomber Hotel and nearby?
The Beachcomber Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a garden.
What's the area around The Beachcomber Hotel like?
The Beachcomber Hotel is in Tahunanui, a short 5-minute drive from Nelson (NSN) and 5 minutes' walk from Tahunanui Beach Reserve.
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The Beachcomber Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 9, 2025
Good location near beach in Nelson
The Beachcomber Hotel has an excellent location, across the street from a large park, with the beach just past the park. There is also restaurants very close by. Our room was a bit small but met our needs. There is not air conditioning, but a fan helped.
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2025
Holiday
Great place to stay
Edgar
Edgar, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 6, 2025
Good location for beach and road system.
Room basic, a bit tired but adequate.
Pool not as big as picture shows it!
Staff very pleasant
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 13, 2024
Nice place.
Graham
Graham, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2025
Very nice except for the breakfast.
Great accommodation and lovely pool. I do not recommend the breakfast - extremely expensive for cereal, juice and toast. Otherwise our stay was enjoyable.
Terry
Terry, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 21, 2024
Very clean nice property walking distance to the beach
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 24, 2024
Excellent reception staff, clean and tidy accommodation although a little tired looking
Angela Joan
Angela Joan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2024
We were very pleased
They were super helpful
The soaps in the room were great quality
The kitchenette was useful
There was even a washing machine and soap for free use, and dryer was not expensive
Lori
Lori, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2024
Great place to stay in Nelson. Lovely park across the road and an amazing beach. Close to central Nelson.
Suzanne
Suzanne, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2024
Excellent Stay
A very nice hotel located close to Tahunanui Beach. Offered fresh milk with the stay for coffee./tea. Room was well appointed, close to some good food options and was quiet overnight.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2024
Really Great Tahunanui Accommodation.
Great location near to Tahunanui beach…
Friendly staff willing to help the customers.
M/C Biker friendly and plenty of parking areas to leave bike. Reception staff very accommodating and I was easily able to add an extra night when requested… Thank you for my stay in Nelson this was a welcome addition to my NZ Adventure…👍
Steve
Steve, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2023
Great place to stay !
Really good stay here , would definitely recommend.
Kerrie
Kerrie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 29, 2023
Fantastic place to stay
Colleen
Colleen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 2, 2023
Enjoyed our stay
Caitlyn
Caitlyn, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 14, 2024
Good rooms, parking and accessibility.
Martyn
Martyn, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 4, 2023
awesome place to stay
kelly
kelly, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 26, 2024
A good place to stay in Nelson
Lana
Lana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2024
one way access at nite, easy access for taxis in the early morning & quiet
bobby
bobby, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 30, 2024
The stay was good.
Nic
Nic, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2023
Really nice place to stay
Chris
10/10 Exceptional
May 15, 2024
Nice place
Roberta Danieli
Roberta Danieli, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2024
Lovely staff at check in. A great heated pool, my son loved it! The property must be undergoing some renovations. Our room seemed updated and lovely (king and a single bed). A bit difficult to find entrance and reception, but this will likely change as renovations advance
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2024
Good car parking
The milk was in a glass bottle,
Verified traveler
3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 9, 2024
Great location, easy walk to restaurants and the beach. Lovely heated pool and outdoor area. Room cleaning hot or miss. We opted to have room cleaning daily (not automatic) and it did not happen every day. Fixtures in room are extra tall (shower shelf, clothes rail in closet, mirror in bathroom). I am an average height woman and had a hard time with this. A full length mirror in room would be nice as well, especially with how high the mirror is in the bathroom.