This is a nice, new, family run hotel situated just outside of the city center, near Nelson's most popular beach. It's nothing spectacular, but there is absolutely nothing to criticise about the place either, and indeed the thoughtful inclusion of a good-sized mini fridge and a microwave in the rooms make it a particularly attractive place for weary travelers to stay. The establishment appears to be family run, and they take that little extra bit of care as a result, even showing you around the room in a very endearing manner. There is no restaurant as such (although they can deliver breaskfast things to your room the night before), but there have to be about a dozen fast food restaurants within walking distance, and there's a club with a smorgasbord next-door and a convenience store down the road.

If you want a decently priced place to stay around Nelson, then I can certainly recommend the Bella Vista.
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