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.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
11 rooms
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
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
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
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
More
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 does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
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 10 minutes' walk from Nelson Provincial Museum.
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Kings Gate Motel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
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
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2023
Beautiful clean & tidy motel , walking distance to town , highly recommend
Kahurangi
Kahurangi, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 6, 2023
Great location close to town.
Bryan
Bryan, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2023
Friendly helpful service and comfortable well equipped accommodation
Jane
Jane, 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
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2022
Excellent for the short time we were there.
Suzanne
Suzanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2023
Great location as only a short walk into town plus has a supermarket nearby. A gem of a place, would fully recommend
Elaine
Elaine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2023
I have stayed there 3 times in the last year and a half, always like Kingsgate excellent host, tidy motel, helpful hosts and staff, friendly, great place to stay
Helen
Helen, 7-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
Mar 29, 2023
Pleasant Stay
Pleasant stay, had everything we needed. Convenient location, walking distance to restaurants and supermarket. Glad we had a park adjacent to the office.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2023
Awesome location. Really friendly owners. Great size rooms. Thanks for having us!
Caitlyn
Caitlyn, 2-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
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2022
Spacious, comfortable and modern. Lovely bed, beautiful bathroom with excellent shower, we’ll equipped kitchen. Comfy sofa etc too. Very nice stay.
Eleanore
Eleanore, 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
Jun 10, 2020
Very helpful, great hosts, convenient to cbd. Very quiet.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2022
Short walk to to the city centre to the eating places. Very quiet with pleasant surroundings. The unit was clean and very presentable.
Karen
Karen, 1-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
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2023
Close to downtown, so everything was walkable. Friendly staff rushed my room when I arrived early for check in. Exceptionally clean. Excellent place to stay in Nelson. Thank you!
Alison
Alison, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 21, 2023
Everything I needed
Simon
Simon, 2-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
2/10 Poor
Nov 20, 2024
Never again!
From the get go there was next to none customer service. The managers were arguing as I arrived and carried on even after I rang the bell. I was not alone in hearing this as another guest told me they heard it too. When we got back from dinner there were 5 guests who could not get hold of anyone to give them their room. Other guests and myself helped them out by offering them beds in our rooms. I literally had 3 strangers sleeping in one of my bedrooms. The shower was clogged and didn’t drain away and the shower pressure was very low, hard to rinse hair out before the shower base overflowed. There was 1/2 roll of toilet paper with no spares. Overall an awful experience.
REBECCA
REBECCA, 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
8/10 Very good
Nov 23, 2023
Staff not available 0830 when we wanted to check out
Geoffrey
Geoffrey, 1-night trip
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.