Castles Motel & Driftwood Motel - Nelson
-41.283573, 173.248235Overview
Self-contained motel with spa baths, 6-minute walk from Tahunanui Beach
Accommodations
Castles Motel & Driftwood Motel offers self-contained units with full kitchens or kitchenettes, including a microwave and refrigerator. Select rooms feature spacious spa units with 2-person spa baths. All heated rooms include air conditioning and 32-inch LED TVs, with daily replenishment of complimentary tea and coffee.
Amenities
Free barbecue facilities are available in the garden area for guest use. The property provides on-site laundry facilities with a free washing machine and laundry powder. A daily continental breakfast is served from 7:00 AM, and the meeting room can seat up to 15 people.
Location
The motel is a 6-minute walk from Tahunanui Beach and a 5-minute walk from Nelson Fun Park Hydro slide. Nelson Golf Links is a 5-minute drive away, and Nelson Airport and city center are both 10 minutes by car. Abel Tasman National Park is a 45-minute drive from the property.
Family-Friendly Services
The motel offers free high chairs and portacots for families traveling with young children. Daily room servicing is provided, and the property is located near a playground and beach. Recreational opportunities such as kayaking and windsurfing are available nearby.
Business Travel
A meeting room with seating for 15 guests is available for corporate travelers. All units have well-equipped kitchens or kitchenettes, allowing for self-catering during extended stays. The property offers express check-in and check-out, and luggage storage for convenience.
- Rooms: Spa units with 2-person spa baths
- Location: 6-minute walk to Tahunanui Beach
- Dining: Continental breakfast from 7:00 AM
- Family: Free high chairs and portacots
- Business: Meeting room for 15 guests
- Recreation: Kayaking and windsurfing nearby
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
Facilities
Main facilities
Outdoor dining area
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Sports & Fitness
- Canoeing
- Skiing
- Tennis court
- Golf course
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- Outdoor dining area
Children
- Cribs
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Beach access
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
Room view
- Garden view
- Courtyard view
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Bedroom
- Electric blankets
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Castles Motel & Driftwood Motel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 60 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 1.1 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 3.2 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Nelson, NSN |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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