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Joelle F

Hands down the best place to stay

5.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed Nov 27, 2023
Hands down the best place to stay, Max and Robyn are always there to greet you on arrival, handing over a key to a quiet, very clean, comfortable unit, with great water pressure, a coffee machine, and comfy beds.
Date of stay: October 2023
Trip type: Traveled on business
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Max Reelick, Owner at Palazzo Motor Lodge, responded to this review
Responded Nov 29, 2023
Many thanks for such a kind review Joelle. We strive to have repeat guests like yourself, and don't take it for granted . Always a pleasure to see regulars and build a repour . Thanks for taking the time to put in a review
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Reviewed November 26, 2023

I stay at the palazzo every month for work. It’s a fantastic place to stay super comfy beds, tidy rooms, great facilities, and a very short walk to town. I’ve stayed at a few places in Nelson over the past few years and I can honestly say there’s nowhere else I’d stay now.

Date of stay: November 2023
  • Trip type: Traveled on business
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Max Reelick, Owner at Palazzo Motor Lodge, responded to this reviewResponded November 29, 2023

A big thank you for taking the time to write a review. With out our regulars we would struggle, so it is important to us to get al the little things right. Our location is an asset , for those who walk to town for a meal or a shop. Again really appreciate the review.

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Reviewed November 25, 2023 via mobile

Perfectly located, very comfortable, and very nicely appointed.

We would definitely stay again.

The rooms are large and really beautifully appointed. Spotlessly clean. There was nothing that I found wanting in this accommodation. If we were staying in Nelson again, I would not even think about staying anywhere else.

Date of stay: November 2023
Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Max Reelick, Owner at Palazzo Motor Lodge, responded to this reviewResponded November 29, 2023

Hope you had a great holiday in NZ. So glad you enjoyed your stay with us, and we could add some value to your travel. We are proud of our little Motel, and we are really happy, that guests can experience what we offer. Thank you again for taking the time out to write a review. king regards.

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Reviewed November 22, 2023

I travel to Nelson for work about once a month, and I've stayed at Palazzo numerous times. The Palazzo, by a wide margin, is my favourite motel. In difference to many other people running motels, the hosts at Palazzo are just incredibly good at what they do. It's not just the accomplished, friendly manner in which they look after their guests; their attention to detail shows when you get to your room and find that every item has been thoughtfully selected and placed. The rooms are well-appointed and neatly furnished. It's modern but in a cozy, welcoming way. You can tell the hosts are making a serious effort to stay on top of the maintenance and do not allow the place to start looking dated, a fate that many other motels suffer. The bathrooms are top-notch; some have spa baths and others have great walk-in showers. The beds are very comfy.
The motel is ideally placed to explore the CBD on foot and enjoy the area's numerous excellent shops, restaurants and pubs. Even the car park is well thought out and provides ample space to manoeuvre, making parking a breeze.
Travelling for long hours for work is not much fun, but staying at the Palazzo, looked after by its incredible hosts, makes up for it.

Date of stay: October 2023
  • Trip type: Traveled on business
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Max Reelick, Owner at Palazzo Motor Lodge, responded to this reviewResponded November 29, 2023

Wow, Thanks for the review Nils. We are really appreciative to guests take the time to write one. It all helps . Our #1 asset is our proximity to town , and layout of the Motel. Without your repeat business with us, we would struggle for continuity during the shoulder months. So glad we can accommodate your company throughout the year. Thanks again

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Reviewed November 21, 2023

Best place in Nelson by far. Excellent location, close to some great restaurants and bars great rooms and extremely convivial hosts. Good choice of rooms that are good value for money. This place is our go to when heading for Nelson

Date of stay: November 2023
Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Max Reelick, Owner at Palazzo Motor Lodge, responded to this reviewResponded November 29, 2023

We really appreciate your review. All reviews are important to us. Our location to town is very close and used by most guests to go out for dinner or shop. We love to explain all the attractions in the area, and the do's and don'ts to eat. We look forward to your next visit to Sunny nelson
Again , many thanks for this review.

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Reviewed November 19, 2023

A perfect location in Nelson. The owner is professional, and the room was a heaven after a long day's work, and I enjoy the spa bath very much
Very clean and excellent toiletries in the bathroom.
Will recommend the hotel to anyone.

Date of stay: October 2023
  • Trip type: Traveled on business
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Max Reelick, Owner at Palazzo Motor Lodge, responded to this reviewResponded November 29, 2023

Many thanks for the review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us, and got to enjoy this beautiful city. We have 12 Spa's in the complex, that are used daily , and most are those who walk the Abel Tasman , like yourself. Again ,we appreciate , that you put in a kind review.

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