Contact
Riverlodge Motel
31 Collingwood Street
Nelson, New Zealand
+64 3 548 3094
riverlodgenelson@gmail.com
freephone
0800 100 840
Discover Nelson
Eat Out
Nelson enjoys an abundance of amazing food options, and nearly all of them are within easy walking distance. Ask us for our latest picks.
Drink Wine
Marlborough is not the only wine region this end of the island. Visit award winning local wineries by car or take it easy and book an all inclusive regional wine tasting tour.
Discover Local Galleries
Many of Nelson's unique art galleries are hidden in nooks and crannies throughout the city. We can point you to some of our personal favourites.
Forage at the Saturday Market
Nelson's large Saturday Market has arts and crafts, artisanal foods, fresh produce, food trucks, live music and more... something for everyone.
Be WOWed
The World of Wearable Arts and Classic Car Museum features the most daring and whimsical wardrobes imaginable. And the cars... so many noteworthy classics, then go through the back door to find many, many more.
Browse the Suter Art Gallery
Nelson's renowned Suter Gallery offers a large and ever-changing array of artworks. The gift shop is top notch, and the café offerings are delicious.
Wander the Queen's Garden
There's magic here among the gardens, ponds, bridges and majestic trees... a sublime Victorian Wonderland. This may be Nelson's best place for a picnic.
Peruse the Provincial Museum
Learn all about the region, its history and much more in Nelson's excellent Museum. The excellent rotating exhibits should not be missed.
Experience Founders Heritage Park
Submerse yourself in a replica village from Nelson's historic town centre, complete with open shops and a working windmill. Then explore the grounded aeroplane out back.
Ascend to the Centre of New Zealand
Earn your place in the centre of it all, then relax and enjoy the phenomenal view over Nelson City, Tasman Bay, and the Maitai River valley.
Follow the Maitai River Walkway
There is no better place to stretch your legs (or walk off that amazing but overindulgent meal). This scenic river path runs right through the town centre and continues for over ten kilometres, deep into the beautiful Maitai River Valley.
Explore by Mountain biking
Pump up those tyres (or rent from one of the local outfittters), then get on your bike and RIDE. Access hundreds of kilometres of premier single track right from town, no vehicle required.
Cruise the Great Taste Trail
Mountain biking not your thing? Take it easy on one of New Zealand's most accessible and scenic Great Rides. Ask us about options and discounts on self-guided tours, bike pickup and ferry service from a pick-up point in Mapua, even E-bike rentals.
