--- title: "Arcadia Motel, Nelson: reviews, location & comparison" description: "Arcadia Motel in Nelson: rated 9.1 by guests, 4-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side." url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/arcadia-motel-nelson/ language: en source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com) retrieved: 2026-10-12 --- Motel · ★★★★ # Arcadia Motel Tāhunanui, Nelson, New Zealand 9.1 · Excellent 102 reviews · #7 #7 of 48 in Nelson · 4.7/5 on Google, 196 reviews · 5.7 Location score ## About Arcadia Motel Arcadia Motel is a motel in Tāhunanui, Nelson, New Zealand. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 9.1 out of 10 across 102 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, spa, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 1.3 km from the centre of Nelson. The nearest beach is 560 m away. The nearest airport, Nelson Airport (NSN), is 1.7 km away. - **Type:** Motel - **Star rating:** ★★★★ - **Check-in from:** 14:00 - **Check-out until:** 10:00 - **Rooms:** 12 - **Floors:** 2 - **Opened:** 1979 - **Last renovated:** 2022 - **Other stays within 500 m:** 7 36 Golf Road, Tahunanui [arcadianelson.co.nz](https://www.arcadianelson.co.nz/) ## How Arcadia Motel scores Better rated than 89% of hotels in Nelson - Guest rating **9.1** - Location **5.7** - Facilities **4.2** - Families **1.0** - Spa & wellness **4.5** - Beach access **8.4** Nelson average ## Rating on Google 4.7/5 196 Google reviews - 5★72% - 4★17% - 3★10% - 2★1% - 1★0% From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score. ## Amenities Swimming poolSpaFree parkingFree Wi-Fi ### Pool & wellness - Swimming pool - Spa ### Food & drink - Breakfast - Room service ### Leisure - Terrace ### Internet - Free Wi-Fi ### Parking & transport - Free parking ### Services - Luggage storage ### In the rooms - Air conditioning - Balcony - Coffee or tea maker - Blackout curtains Based on the property listing at our booking partner. ## Location - **Location score:** **5.7**/10 - **Walk grade:** **19**/100 Car recommended - **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **1** - **Sights within 1 km:** **2**
Nearest beachTāhunanui Beach560 m9 min walk
Nearest airportNelson Airport (NSN)1.7 km4 min drive
Distance to the centreNelson1.3 km21 min walk
### Sights nearby - Nelson Society of Modellers640 m - Natureland Zoo740 m - Nelson Classic Car Museum1.4 km ## Arcadia Motel: in detail At Arcadia Motel, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. The motel offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. Reception services featuring luggage storage are available to cater to your requirements. Repeatedly enjoy your best-loved attire with the aid of the laundromat available at Arcadia Motel. During leisurely days and evenings, in-room amenities such as room service and daily housekeeping enable you to maximize your stay in the room. In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For a more enjoyable stay, select rooms at motel are equipped with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning. At Arcadia Motel, a selection of rooms can be found that showcase unique design elements such as a balcony or terrace. For certain chosen rooms, guests can enjoy in-room amusement like daily newspaper, television and cable TV as a part of their stay. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker, instant coffee and instant tea. It is worth noting that certain guest bathrooms feature a hair dryer and toiletries for your convenience. Each morning at Arcadia Motel, a scrumptious, homemade breakfast kick-starts the day. Do you possess exceptional culinary skills? Prepare your meals personally within the motel at its BBQ facilities. During your stay at motel, an array of engaging activities and amenities guarantees a delightful experience. During your stay, the motel provides direct access to a beach, ensuring you remain near the sea throughout your visit. Begin your holiday perfectly by taking a plunge into the swimming pool. ### Compare ## Compare Arcadia Motel with nearby hotels Similar hotels within 3 km. Open a match-up to see where each one wins. - [Asure Fountain Resort Motel](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/asure-fountain-resort-motel-nelson/) Motel ★★★★ 100 m away 8.5 · [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/arcadia-motel-nelson-vs-asure-fountain-resort-motel-nelson/) - [Courtesy Court Motel](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/courtesy-court-motel-nelson/) Motel 150 m away 8.7 · [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/arcadia-motel-nelson-vs-courtesy-court-motel-nelson/) - [Arrow Motel](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/arrow-motel-nelson/) Motel ★★★★ 170 m away 8.9 · [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/arcadia-motel-nelson-vs-arrow-motel-nelson/) - [Bay Crest Motor Lodge](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/bay-crest-motor-lodge-nelson/) Inn ★★★★ 250 m away 9.0 · [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/arcadia-motel-nelson-vs-bay-crest-motor-lodge-nelson/) - [The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/the-honest-lawyer-an-ascend-collection-hotel-nelson/) Hotel ★★★★ 470 m away 8.8 · [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/arcadia-motel-nelson-vs-the-honest-lawyer-an-ascend-collection-hotel-nelson/) - [Balmoral Motel](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/balmoral-motel-nelson/) Motel ★★★★ 490 m away 9.0 · [Compare](https://stayversus.com/en/compare/arcadia-motel-nelson-vs-balmoral-motel-nelson/) ## Questions about Arcadia Motel ### How do guests rate Arcadia Motel? Arcadia Motel has a guest rating of 9.1 out of 10 from 102 reviews, which is better than 89% of rated hotels in Nelson. ### What are the check-in and check-out times at Arcadia Motel? Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 10:00. ### Does Arcadia Motel include breakfast? Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book. ### Does Arcadia Motel have a pool? Yes, Arcadia Motel has a swimming pool. ### Is there parking at Arcadia Motel? Yes, the listing mentions free parking. ### How far is Arcadia Motel from the airport? The nearest airport, Nelson Airport (NSN), is 1.7 km away in a straight line. ### Is Arcadia Motel close to the beach? The nearest beach is 560 m from the hotel. ### How many rooms does Arcadia Motel have? Arcadia Motel has 12 rooms on 2 floors. Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/) --- Source: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/arcadia-motel-nelson/. Facts are compiled by StayVersus from partner data (Agoda), Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports, public Google Maps listings and hotels' own websites. Scores use one formula for every hotel. Methodology: https://stayversus.com/en/about/