Located in Tahunanui, Castles Motel offers a tranquil retreat with a serene garden and convenient laundry facilities. Stay connected with free WiFi, enjoy extended parking, take advantage of tour assistance and express check-in for a seamless experience.
Reviews
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Free parking
Laundry facilities
Free WiFi
Main amenities (9)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Room service
Meeting rooms
Air conditioning
Garden
Self-serve laundry
Barbecue grills
Luggage storage
Feel at home (6)
Kitchen
Television
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
DVD player
The current price is Rp835.320
Rp835.320
Rp960.598 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Room options
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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen
Highlights
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Hairdryer
42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
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Family Apartment
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
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Superior Studio
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 reviews
(2 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
32 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen
Highlights
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Hairdryer
4 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
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Deluxe Studio
Highlights
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
3 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Studio
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
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Executive Studio
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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Standard Studio, Multiple Beds
Highlights
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
3 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
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One Bedroom Upstairs Spa Unit
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
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World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Nelson Hospital - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
Christ Church Cathedral - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Trafalgar Park - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
Getting around
Nelson (NSN) - 5 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Sublime Coffee Nelson Airport - 4 min drive
Speights Ale House - 4 min drive
Coupland's Bakeries - 5 min drive
Nelson Suburban Club Inc - 10 min walk
About this property
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel is a great choice for a stay in Nelson. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking and mountain biking.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English
At a glance
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Hotel size
11 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (10:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site extended parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Room service
What to do
Beach nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Kayaking nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Skydiving nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Garden
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
32-inch LED TV
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Portable fan
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
Kitchen
Cookware, dishes and utensils
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property accepts major credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Also known as
Castles Motel
Castles Motel Nelson
Castles Nelson
Castles Motel
Castles Driftwood Motel Nelson
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel Motel
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel Nelson
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel Motel Nelson
Frequently asked questions
Does Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Castles Motel and Driftwood 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel?
Yes, there's free self and extended parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as hiking, kayaking and mountain biking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel also has a garden.
Does Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes cookware, a fridge and a microwave.
What's the area around Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel like?
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel is in Tahunanui, a short 5-minute drive from Nelson (NSN) and 7 minutes' walk from Tahunanui Beach Reserve.
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Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
6.8/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
7 Jul 2025
For the number of rooms, parking is very scarce and tight
Philipa
Philipa, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
23 Jul 2025
Bed was a bit average, was the o ly thing that let the place down.
Craig & Lee
Craig & Lee, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
9 Jun 2025
Good place to stay. Didn't meet any staff, was texted where my room was, a where the key was. On leaving, I just left the key on the table and closed up the room, if they didn't want to meet me on checkin g, I wasn't meeting them on checkout either.
GLENN
GLENN, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
5 Jun 2025
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
4/10 Poor
6 Jan 2022
Disappointed as I had thought I’d booked a nice night away with my husband… turned out it is an emergency accommodation provider .
I’m not a snob and don’t judge people but they should have disclosed this when booking
At 300/night I was expecting something nice and romantic … there were kids and families everywhere. I would suggest they include this in their booking information.
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
19 Jul 2021
We were informed that some rooms were tenanted for social housing. Thought that it will be ok but turned out to be a bad idea. People from nearby room were fighting at the middle of the night so hard to sleep. No heating inside the main bedroom. To top it all off a big drama played out on the last night- one of the lady owners threw a tantrum, crying and shouting out in the street in front of our room as partner seems to be leaving her. A lot of drama for a week we wanted to spend trying to relax.
Verified traveller
5-night trip
4/10 Poor
30 May 2021
Verified traveller
2-night trip
8/10 Good
1 Jun 2020
Our unit,#15, was good.Had a lounge, seperate kitchen, seperate bathroom and a bedroom. A very cosy unit.
Verified traveller
9-night trip
6/10 Okay
8 Mar 2020
It was fine for what I needed for just the night but found the room and facilities a little outdated. Nice large room and enjoyed the Sky Sport. Really hand to all food, shops etc
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Good
29 Feb 2020
Great location to beach and local bars . Traffic noise at night noisey due to being on state highway.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
8/10 Good
26 Feb 2020
It felt like home in this place - which was important in view of the bad weather outside! The room was cosy.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
4/10 Poor
20 Feb 2020
It is dated and not appealing to stay at. Our coach was tattered and torn. One of the beds was comfortable and one was not. There were spider webs around the doors so needs a thorough cleaning.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Good
12 Feb 2020
Good oldfashioned motel. Really good bed and clean room.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Good
1 Dec 2019
Comfortable room with friendly service
William
William, 4-night trip
8/10 Good
31 Oct 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Good
27 Oct 2019
Close to restaurants and great for groups, garden rooms were good but a little tired but perfect for us.
Verified traveller
4-night trip
6/10 Okay
8 Oct 2019
Friendly staff but the studio was disappointing. The decor is dated and the downstairs rooms have no view. It was clean but best for a quick one night stopover rather than a weekend
Miguel
Miguel, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
5 Aug 2019
Very clean and comfortable. Noisy place with traffic. If not used to that its hard to sleep.
georgina
georgina, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
22 Jul 2019
Good clean,warm and friendly moteliers.
As this is our 4th time staying at Castles. we really like this place. It is close to where we want to go, Clean and tidy, warm also. The shower water has excellent pressure. Castles is easy to find. Close to several good eatery's, the beach is only minutes away.
Jillene
Jillene, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
6 Jul 2019
Very helpful & friendly staff, great location ......
Verified traveller
2-night trip
2/10 Terrible
12 Jun 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
30 May 2019
Thoroughly appreciated all the amenities available for one night only. Only dislike is unit being upstsirs for an older senior to walk upstairs prone to having an accident. Well worth recommending motel. Young lady very polite and accommdating when given wrong unit
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
19 May 2019
Verified traveller
2-night trip
6/10 Okay
1 May 2019
While the unit was reasonable there were cob webs on roof around the walls and spiders were plainly visible
Verified traveller
3-night trip
4/10 Poor
23 Apr 2019
First the staff never cleaned our unit for the 3 nights we were there. Run out of toilet paper, towels.,soap,etc.Had to force them to do a basic clean in the end. Sleep on same sheets for all 3 nights.
Next is the noise from the road all night long and you could hear people talking in the unit next to us.