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Castles Motel & Driftwood Motel

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7.7Good
(691 Ratings)
"Easy to the airport and very comfortable."
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7.7 / 10
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Motel in Nelson

4-Star Motel

Reasons to book

High-end valueWell priced for this area
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Enhanced cleaningExtra health and hygiene measures to ensure your safety

About this motel

Castles Motel & Driftwood Motel consists of Castles Units and Garden Units. It offers self-contained accommodations with a flat-screen TV and unlimited free WiFi access. Just 6 minutes’ walk from beautiful Tahunanui Beach.

Amenities

Golf course (within 2 mi)
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Non-smoking
Heating
Wheelchair accessible
WiFi/Internet
Beach access
Ski in/Ski out
Garden
Laundry services
Beach front
Outdoor Cooking
Family friendly
Smoking allowed
Toilet with grab rails
Key access
Contactless check-in/out
Housekeeping available
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Tennis court
Cleaning products

Map of Nelson

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Available Rooms

Ratings and reviews

7.7 / 10
Good(691 Ratings)
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9 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2026
Ease of check in, cleanliness, back yard, off st parking, quiet, near beach, spacious. Everything i needed.
7 / 10Good·Oct 2026
Close to the main road. Transquill area. Helpful equiptment. Quick response from the staff even late night check-in
9 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2026
All facilities we needed were provided and great location
5 / 10·Sep 2026
Location, cost
Poor customer service. No smart tv
$$$$
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FAQs

Does this property follow enhanced cleaning procedures?

Yes, this motel has implemented enhanced cleaning procedures and processes to keep you healthy and safe.

Is parking included with this motel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Castles Motel & Driftwood Motel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this motel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this motel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Castles Motel & Driftwood Motel pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this motel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Castles Motel & Driftwood Motel?

We found 23 amenities for this rental. This includes golf course (within 2 mi), free wifi/internet, free parking, non-smoking, and heating.

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