No-frills hostel in Nelson South with outdoor pool
8.7/10 Fabulous
20 verified Hotels.com guest reviews
Property highlights
Free parking
Pool
Free WiFi
Non-smoking
Shared kitchen
Laundry facilities
125 Waimea Road, Nelson, 7010
Main amenities
16 smoke-free guestrooms
Outdoor pool
Terrace
Arcade/game room
Self-serve laundry
Barbecue grills
Luggage storage
For families
Terrace
Laundry facilities
Arcade/game room
Barbecue grill(s)
Free self parking
Outdoor swimming pools
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About this area
What's nearby
In Nelson South
Montgomery Square - 3 min drive
Trafalgar Park - 4 min drive
Richmond Mall - 9 min drive
Mapua Wharf - 32 min drive
Getting around
Nelson (NSN) - 6 min drive
Map
About this property
Wakatu Lodge
A great choice for a stay in Nelson, Wakatu Lodge is just 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from the airport. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. The helpful staff and nice bathrooms get good marks from fellow travelers.
At a glance
Hotel size
16 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time from 2 PM - 9 PM
Check-out time is 10 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
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Special check-in instructions
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Services
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Arcade/game room
Accessibility
Accessible bathroom
In-room accessibility
Roll-in shower
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Freshen up
Shared bathroom
Shower only
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
Fees & policies
Policies
This property accepts credit cards.
Also known as
Wakatu Lodge Nelson
Wakatu Lodge
Wakatu Nelson
Wakatu Lodge Nelson
Wakatu Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Wakatu Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Nelson
Frequently asked questions
Yes, Wakatu Lodge 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.
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Yes, there's free self parking.
You can check in from 2 PM - 9 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Wakatu Lodge has an outdoor pool and an arcade.
Yes. Nearby restaurants include Taaj Indian Restaurant and Cafe (2.7 mi) and Smugglers (3.2 mi).
Wakatu Lodge is a short 10-minute walk from Fairfield Park and 18 minutes' walk from Victory Square.
Overall score and ratings
8.7
Fabulous
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Very enjoyable and comfortable, would stay again without doubt.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
18 February 2018
It was great for the type of hostel it is. We had a double bed with a bunk above us and the bathroom down the hall. All was clean and staff very nice. We may have gotten the last room for miles so we were very grateful. It was a bit pricey for a hostel but that may be because it was peak time.
Angela, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
18 February 2018
Awesome Lodge
Amazing staff who were SO accommodating given my really last minute needs!
Dee, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
17 February 2018
Very helpful staff, and pretty entrance, Flowers.
Much bigger in side, but small bed room, but clean. Use of Kitchen, fridge, microwave etc. Toilets and showers along the corridor. Large sitting and games room. Small swimming pool. More Hostel, than hotel, but very good for the price.
Paul & Judy(81), 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 January 2018
Great facilities inside with games room. Small kitchen, but everything you need. Staff were Great!
1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 January 2018
Brilliant stay again
love the up grade of the lodge. love the tv's in the rooms again had a brilliant stay here
kay, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 April 2017
Quiet and comfy
Comfy bed, great night sleep, good shower, friendly staff
Highly recommend staying here.
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 March 2017
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
5 January 2017
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
24 March 2016
Reasonable Pit-Stop
My girlfriend and I made a last-minute decision to stay in Nelson during a busy time in the town, and we were fortunate to find a reasonably-priced standard double room available here. It was clean, the owners were friendly, and the WiFi was pretty good. We also liked that they had a communal game/TV room with a pool table. Nelson is also a great city with plenty to do.
Downsides: the room was very small, a portion of the building in the front was under construction, and the shared-bathroom showers had a 5-minute timer.
