Tahunanui Travel Guide
Nelson
Popular places to visit
Natureland Zoo
See the exotic and native animals who live at Natureland Zoo during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Nelson Fun Park
Bring the family to Nelson Fun Park and enjoy this exciting theme park in Nelson. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Burrell Park
Explore the great outdoors at Burrell Park, a lovely green space in Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Paddy's Knob Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Paddy's Knob Reserve, a lovely green space in Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Christ Church Cathedral
After visiting Christ Church Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Top hotels in Tahunanui
The Beachcomber Hotel
We were on a queen room. The bed was comfortable and the room a good size. It has recently been refurbished to a good standard. There is a microwave, coffee plunger and crockery but washing up all as to be done in the bathroom sink which is a bit odd.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Beaches Nelson
The stay was fantastic! Great location, lovely check-in staff, and the room was so comfortable!
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
Very spacious, bright and comfortable room. Great kitchenette, living area and bedrooms. Lovely sitting area outside. A wonderful place for our stay in Nelson.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Arrow Motel Apartments
Comfortable, spacious, well equipped, helpful owner, free washing machine, pleasant walk to Tahunanui beach.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel
Clean room staff helpful
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Apex Motor Lodge
Very helpful owner. The room was spotless, very comfy. Great to have sky so could watch Australian open. Nice small pool. Short walk to beach drive to airport.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tahunanui
Moana
Though Moana may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Natureland Zoo and Tahunanui Beach Reserve.
Wakatu
When in Wakatu, you can plan a visit to Natureland Zoo and Tahunanui Beach Reserve, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Toi Toi
Though Toi Toi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Victory Square and Natureland Zoo.
Annesbrook
While visiting Annesbrook, you might make a stop by sights like World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Golf Links.
Britannia Heights
While Britannia Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Natureland Zoo and Victory Square.
Washington Valley
Though Washington Valley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Trafalgar Park and Victory Square.
