Wakatu
Nelson
Popular places to visit
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.
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Nelson Hospital
Though Nelson Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Nelson while you are here.
Centre of New Zealand Monument
You can find out about the history of Nelson with a trip to Centre of New Zealand Monument. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Nelson Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Nelson Market during your trip to Nelson. Wander around the parks or enjoy the area's cafes.
Queens Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Queens Gardens, a lovely green space in Nelson. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.
Wakatu Hotel Deals
Elegant Villa Nestled In The Trees
The house is lovely. Well-appointed and comfortable. Great location, easy to get to local amenities and attractions.
Reviewed on 4 December 2025
Pinnacle Apartment - Affordable Nelson Apartment with 2 Bedrooms & Views!
My wife and I spent 4 nights here. Views are lovely and very central down the hill. It's in-between Nelson and The Stoke/Richmond area. Quiet.
Reviewed on 29 August 2021
The Hotel Nelson
The little kitchen area was nice. We ate dinner at the restaurant on site and it was very good. The little pizza place a block or so away was fantastic. The laundry room was perfect and soap was included. The beds were comfortable and even with open windows it was quiet. The early morning birdsong ...
Reviewed on 7 December 2025
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Comfortable bed / good service
Reviewed on 16 November 2025
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Really comfortable bed, excellent shower and everything needed for a great unexpected stay due to cancelled flight.
Reviewed on 28 November 2025
Quest Nelson
Convient location clean and tidy
Reviewed on 9 December 2025
Other neighborhoods around Wakatu
Annesbrook
While visiting Annesbrook, you might make a stop by sights like World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Golf Links.
Tahunanui
Tahunanui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Natureland Zoo and Tahunanui Beach Reserve while you're in town.
Bishopdale
While there might not be top attractions in Bishopdale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Codgers Mountain Bike Park and World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars.
Toi Toi
Toi Toi might not have many top sights, but Natureland Zoo and Nelson Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Moana
While Moana might 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 Tahunanui Beach Reserve.
Nelson Airport
While Nelson Airport isn't home to many top sights, Nelson Golf Links and World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars are some notable places to visit nearby.
Wakatu
- Places of interest
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- Tahunanui Beach Reserve
- Trafalgar Park
- Richmond Mall
- Nelson Hospital
- Christ Church Cathedral
- Mapua Wharf
- Centre of New Zealand Monument
- Nelson Market
- Neudorf
- Queens Gardens
- Tasman Golf Club
- Natureland Zoo
- Nelson Provincial Museum
- Kina Peninsula
- Codgers Mountain Bike Park
- Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre
- World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars
- Nelson College
- Founders Heritage Park
- Miyazu Japanese Gardens
- Skydive Abel Tasman
- Motueka District Museum
- Nelson Golf Links
- Mount Richmond
- Nelson Fun Park
- The Suter
- Isel Park
- Hoglund Art Glass
- SimPit Technologies
- Greenacres Golf Course
- Pic's Peanut Butter World
- Victory Square
