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A modern house with a spacious patio, large windows, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A compact kitchen with wooden walls, a central island, and a refrigerator.

A beach with clear skies and gentle waves.

A terrace with a view of a vineyard, a wooden bench, and two chairs.

1. Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts

Appleby

Anonymous traveller

CA $150

CA $174 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a bed, a kitchen area, and a dining table.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, a bed with a view, and a sofa.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a television, and a balcony with a view of the outdoors.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in microwave, and a large window offering a view of the landscape.

2. Avalon Manor Motel

Motueka

Iain

CA $112

CA $131 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a mirror, and a brick wall.

A building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and outdoor seating area with tables and chairs.

A rustic bar area with a wooden bar counter, stools, and a sign indicating a 'Silence Court Sitting' area.

A room with a large bay window overlooking a park with picnic tables and greenery.

3. The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Nelson

Gabrielle

CA $99

CA $114 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A brick building with a tiled roof, a pond, and a wooden dock.

A pool area with a wooden deck, rope barrier, and potted plants.

A brick building with a pond in front, a wooden bridge, and a well-maintained lawn.

A spacious living room with leather sofas, a stone fireplace, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

4. Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Nelson

Thomas

CA $116

CA $133 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A beach with clear turquoise water, sandy shore, and rocky outcrops.

An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a tree.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and a small refrigerator. There are two chairs and a table, and a door leading to another room.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and chairs.

5. ASURE Nautilus Lodge Motel

Motueka

Kerry

CA $141

CA $162 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A dining table with chairs and candles, a window with a view of a beach and ocean, and decorative lights.

A bathroom with a bathtub, a window, and a view of a balcony with chairs and a railing.

A house with a swimming pool, a stone exterior, and a large glass door.

A wooden cabin room with a bed, a table, and chairs. There is a large window with a view of greenery and a building.

6. Kimi Ora Eco Resort

Kaiteriteri

Sandy

CA $210

CA $241 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A modern, single-story mobile home with a covered patio area, two chairs, and a small table.

A room with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, a bed, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A room with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, a bed, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

A dining area with a round table, bar stools, and a view of the kitchen and outside.

7. Richmond Motel & Holiday Park

Richmond

Mike

CA $73

CA $85 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A night scene with two chairs on a wooden deck under a starry sky.

A modern two-story house with a large front lawn, a covered patio, and a clear blue sky.

A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a built-in oven, and a large window with a view of palm trees.

A sandy beach with footprints leading towards the water.

8. Eden's Edge Lodge

Riwaka

Alexandra

CA $102

CA $118 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A room with a view of a coastal landscape, featuring a table with chairs, a wicker sofa, and a wooden ceiling.

A two-story wooden cabin with large windows, a balcony, and surrounded by dense forest.

A wooden house with a balcony overlooking a coastal landscape with a clear view of the sea and a small island.

A spacious living area with a large window overlooking a scenic view, a cozy seating arrangement, and a wooden ceiling.

9. The Wheelhouse Inn

Britannia Heights

Kate

CA $187

CA $217 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with numerous boats.

A marina with boats docked, wooden tables and benches, and umbrellas.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a microwave, and a plant.

A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a small countertop, and a dishwasher.

10. Harbourside Nelson

Port Nelson

Barry

CA $101

CA $118 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern building with a wooden deck, outdoor seating, and a large canopy.

A modern, well-lit room with a bed, a sofa, and a TV. There is a door leading to an outdoor area.

A swimming pool with a slide and a wooden deck.

A modern building with a blue exterior, wooden deck, and outdoor seating area with plants.

11. Motueka TOP 10 Holiday Park

Motueka

Grant

CA $101

CA $118 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a TV.

A courtyard with a round wooden table and chairs, surrounded by a brick floor and white railings.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and refrigerator. There is a dining table with two chairs.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, a sink, and a dishwasher. There is a small table and chairs in the adjacent room.

12. Queen Street Studios

Richmond

Geoff

CA $123

CA $143 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A reception area with a counter, seating, and a sign welcoming guests to breakfast.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of a golf course, and framed pictures on the wall.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a colorful inflatable ring, and a building with large windows.

A buffet table with various food items and a milk jug.

13. The Beachcomber Hotel

Tahunanui

Anna

CA $95

CA $111 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A large, white, two-story house with a grey roof, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

A park with picnic tables, a swing set, and a pathway.

A hallway with a wooden console table labeled "OFFICE" and a mounted elephant painting.

A room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

14. The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

Motueka

Brent

CA $43

CA $49 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A hotel named Saxton Lodge with a sign indicating directions to Saxton Field Sports Complex.

A room with a large window, a table, chairs, and a floor lamp.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting.

A two-story building with a balcony, a reception area, and outdoor seating.

15. Saxton Lodge

Stoke

Jo-Anne

CA $137

CA $157 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A room with a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a pool, a green lawn, and mountains in the background.

A modern multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a view of hills.

A residential driveway leading to a house with a pool.

A room with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, a kitchen area, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of a green field and mountains.

16. Parkside Motel

Richmond

Kirk

CA $148

CA $170 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A beach with clear turquoise water, people sunbathing, and a few surfers.

A table with a bowl of salad, a glass of white wine, a can of beer, and a plate of fries, overlooking a body of water with boats and trees.

A modern two-story house with a flat roof, large windows, and a balcony.

A bunk bed with a desk and a window with a striped blind.

17. Kaiteriteri Reserve Cabins

Kaiteriteri

Simona

CA $57

CA $67 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, and a hanging light fixture.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a wood-burning stove, and a cozy seating area with a bookshelf and a pink sign.

A wooden shelf with various kitchen items, including a red kettle, glass jars, and wicker baskets labeled with numbers.

A group of people toasting with wine glasses in a bar setting with a wine bottle shelf in the background.

18. The Pear Orchard Lodge

Hope

Jason

CA $168

CA $195 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A building with the sign "QUEST" at the top, featuring multiple windows and a modern architectural design.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a large window with curtains, and a view of buildings and hills.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a washing machine, a kitchenette, and a dining area.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living area with green sofas.

19. Quest Nelson

Nelson City Centre

Robyn

CA $101

CA $118 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the outside.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, a small side table, and a potted plant.

A sign for Arcadia Motel advertising amenities like fully equipped modern studio apartments, 1 & 2 bedroom apartments, free unlimited UFB WiFi, solar heated pool, guest laundry, and a guest select full package of sport and movie channels.

A poolside area with a table and chairs, a barbecue grill, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

20. Arcadia Motel

Tahunanui

Beverly

CA $96

CA $112 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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Top Dovedale Hotel Reviews

Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

8/10 Good

"My third time staying here and it is a very convenient location near the airport and conference facility."

Tides Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Funky and overlooks the estuary."

Palazzo Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful amenities, helpful and informative staff, and nice extras make this an ideal stopover on the way north."

Kimi Ora Eco Resort

10/10 Excellent

"A great and cozy place to stay with a wonderful view to the beach. Breakfast was delicious. Jane at the front desk made our stay very special."

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect"

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful stay clean and comfortable. Thanks"

Bridge Backpackers

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice backyard and perfect location in the town centre"

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Exceptionally clean and well appointed , staff great , laundry in apartment great , parking was possibly inadequate as there is not many spaces ."

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, helpful staff, close to town, everything you need"

More cheap stays in Dovedale

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

55, Whakarewa Street Motueka

CA $43

CA $49 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (132 reviews)

Tasman Bay Backpackers

10 Weka Street Nelson

CA $57

CA $66 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

includes taxes & fees

Happy Apple Backpackers

500 High St Motueka Nelson

CA $70

CA $82 total

Nov 13 - Nov 14

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (71 reviews)

YHA Nelson - Backpackers

59 Rutherford St Nelson

CA $76

CA $87 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

includes taxes & fees

Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge

80 Tahunanui Drive Nelson

CA $97

CA $112 total

Oct 29 - Oct 30

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (89 reviews)

Bridge Backpackers

8 Bridge St Nelson Nelson

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8.2/10 Very good! (175 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What are the best family hotels in Dovedale?

For a family-friendly accommodation in Dovedale, the Dovedale Country Getaway- Tranquility & Farm Life is an excellent choice.This property, with a great 10.0 rating, offers a wonderful blend of relaxation and farm life, making it ideal for families. It provides a travel cot for little ones and features a kitchen, allowing for convenient self-catering. Guests can enjoy the mountain views and the hot tub, great for unwinding after a day of exploring. The location also offers easy access to mountain climbing and mountain biking activities.

What are the most romantic hotels in Dovedale for couples?

For a romantic escape in Dovedale, the Dovedale Country Getaway- Tranquility & Farm Life is an excellent choice for couples.This highly-rated property, with a superb 10.0 review score, offers a wonderful setting for a romantic break. Guests can enjoy the hot tub, soak in the mountain views, and experience the tranquility of farm life. The getaway also provides a kitchen, a patio, and a deck, superb for enjoying private moments together.

When is the best time to go to Dovedale?

The best time to go to Dovedale is during the summer months, from December to February, when the weather is warm and dry.This period offers the most pleasant conditions for outdoor activities, particularly for exploring the Dovedale Boulders and enjoying the river. The days are long, making it ideal for hiking, picnics, and photography. Temperatures are typically comfortable, ranging from the low to mid-20s Celsius, superb for spending time outdoors.Couples looking for a scenic and active getaway will find this time particularly appealing. The warm weather allows for comfortable walks along the Dovedale Walk, leading to the impressive limestone formations. It's also a great time for a leisurely riverside lunch, enjoying the natural beauty without the chill of cooler seasons.For families, the summer holidays align perfectly with Dovedale's best weather. Children can safely explore the boulders and paddle in the shallower parts of the river.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Dovedale.

How much is the nightly rate at a Dovedale hotel?

Prices for hotels in Dovedale often vary, but you can find a great deal from CA $49 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

Find hotels in Dovedale from CA $49

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Our top choices for Dovedale hotels

1. Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts

2. Avalon Manor Motel

3. The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4. Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

5. ASURE Nautilus Lodge Motel

6. Kimi Ora Eco Resort

7. Richmond Motel & Holiday Park

8. Eden's Edge Lodge

9. The Wheelhouse Inn

10. Harbourside Nelson

11. Motueka TOP 10 Holiday Park

12. Queen Street Studios

13. The Beachcomber Hotel

14. The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

15. Saxton Lodge

16. Parkside Motel

17. Kaiteriteri Reserve Cabins

18. The Pear Orchard Lodge

19. Quest Nelson

20. Arcadia Motel

Top Dovedale Hotel Reviews

Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

Tides Hotel

Palazzo Motor Lodge

Kimi Ora Eco Resort

Castles Motel and Driftwood Motel

Grand Arden Monaco Nelson

Bridge Backpackers

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

More cheap stays in Dovedale

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

Tasman Bay Backpackers

Happy Apple Backpackers

YHA Nelson - Backpackers

Tuscany Gardens Motor Lodge

Bridge Backpackers

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