FAQS

The Beachcomber Hotel is located at 23 Beach Road in Tāhunanui, Nelson, just a few minutes' walk from Tāhunanui Beach. We're conveniently located near local cafés, restaurants, sporting facilities and attractions, with easy access to Nelson city, Nelson Airport and the wider Nelson Tasman region.

We're approximately 250 metres from Tāhunanui Beach, making it easy to head down for a morning walk, swim, sunset or day at the beach.

The Beachcomber Hotel has 82 rooms, with a range of accommodation options for couples, families, business travellers, sports teams, tour groups and other visitors to Nelson.

We offer:

• Standard Studios
• Large Studios
• Kitchen Studios
• Grande Studios
• Premium Studios
• Spa & Sauna Units
• Family Units

Our room configurations and bedding vary between room types, so if you have specific requirements, our team is happy to help you choose the most suitable option.

Selected rooms have kitchen or kitchenette facilities. If having cooking facilities is important for your stay, we recommend booking a Kitchen Studio or Family Unit, or speaking with our team before booking.

Yes. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.

Yes. We offer complimentary on-site parking for guests. We also have parking suitable for larger vehicles and group transport, subject to availability.

Yes. We have accessible and ground-floor accommodation available. If you have mobility requirements or specific room needs, please let us know when booking so we can help find the most suitable option.

We don't allow pets, with the exception of recognised assistance or guide dogs.

Yes. All rooms are non-smoking and non-vaping.

Standard check-in is from 2:00pm.

Check-out is by 10:00am.

Early check-in is available by arrangement and subject to availability, at no additional charge. If your room isn't ready when you arrive, we're happy to store your luggage.

Late check-out may be available by arrangement and subject to availability, at no additional charge. Please speak with our reception team.

Yes. We can arrange after-hours check-in for guests arriving outside normal reception hours. Please contact us before arrival so we can provide the instructions you need.

The registered guest must be 18 or older and will need to provide photo ID. A valid credit card is also required to secure the booking and may be required at check-in.

We accept EFTPOS and major credit cards. No cash.

Cancellation terms depend on the rate and booking type.

For direct bookings, changes or cancellations made before the day of arrival generally incur no cancellation fee, unless a non-refundable rate has been booked. Cancellations on the day of arrival may incur a charge equivalent to the first night's accommodation, and no-shows may also be charged the first night.

Bookings made through Booking.com, Expedia or another OTA must generally be changed or cancelled through the original booking provider.

Yes. Booking directly with The Beachcomber gives you the opportunity to speak with our local team about your room requirements, changes, special requests and specific needs. We also offer direct-booking promotions and our Frequent Stayer Program for eligible guests.

Yes. We offer a daily continental breakfast.

Buffet breakfast is served in our dining room from 7:30am to 9:30am. Please be advised that during the quieter winter season, continental breakfasts are offered as room service, to be enjoyed in the warmth and comfort of your room.

Our breakfast includes options such as:

• Fresh bread for toasting
• Cereals
• Seasonal fruit
• Yoghurt
• Spreads
• Tea, coffee and fruit juice

Yes. We have an outdoor swimming pool, which is heated during summer and cooler during winter.

Yes. We have guest laundry facilities available on-site, making us particularly convenient for families, sports teams, long stays and travellers exploring the region.

Yes. Guests have access to outdoor BBQ areas, subject to availability.

We don't have a full-service restaurant onsite, but there are several cafés, restaurants, bars and takeaway options within easy walking distance. Our team is happy to recommend somewhere based on what you're looking for.

Yes. We're within easy walking distance of a number of cafés, restaurants, bars and takeaway options, including Smugglers Pub & Restaurant, Sprig & Fern Tahuna, Catch22, as well as other local options.

Yes. We offer family-friendly accommodation, including Family Units that combine two adjoining studio units and can accommodate up to five guests depending on the bedding configuration.

Yes. Sports teams are one of our specialties. We're located close to Tāhunanui sports fields and offer a range of room configurations, group facilities, parking and guest laundry facilities.

Yes. We regularly accommodate sports teams, schools, tour groups, corporate groups and special-interest groups. Our team can work with organisers to create a package around the group's requirements.

Yes. Our Tasman Room is available for meetings, conferences, training sessions and group use, subject to availability.

Yes. We can arrange breakfast and group catering options, depending on the size and requirements of your group. For larger groups, advance planning is required.

Yes. We have onsite parking options for cars, trailers, minibuses and tour buses, subject to availability.

Yes. If you're heading away for a multi-day adventure and returning to The Beachcomber, please talk to our team about luggage storage arrangements.

This is particularly useful for guests heading into Abel Tasman National Park or other multi-day adventures.

We're ideally placed for enjoying Tāhunanui Beach, local cafés and restaurants, cycling, family attractions, sporting facilities and the wider Nelson Tasman region.

Our team is always happy to recommend activities based on how long you're staying and what you're interested in.

Tāhunanui Beach is a popular family beach with a range of activities nearby. As with any beach, swimming conditions can change, so guests should check local conditions and supervise children.

Absolutely. Abel Tasman is one of the region's standout attractions, known for its golden beaches, coastal walking tracks, kayaking and water taxis.

It can be enjoyed as a day trip or as part of a longer adventure.

The Centre of New Zealand Walk is a popular Nelson walk with an uphill section and panoramic views across Nelson and Tasman Bay. Allow approximately 45 to 60 minutes return, depending on your pace.

Yes. Nelson and Tasman offer a range of cycling experiences, from easy coastal and urban routes to sections of the Great Taste Trail.

Our team can point you towards suitable routes depending on whether you're looking for an easy ride, mountain biking or a longer cycling adventure.

Yes. There are local bike and e-bike hire operators in the Nelson Tasman region, including Cycle Nelson. Reception can help point you towards suitable options and routes.

There are plenty of indoor options around Nelson, including museums, galleries, cinemas, family entertainment and indoor recreation.

The Nelson Provincial Museum and Nelson Classic Car Museum are popular options.

The Nelson Market is held every Saturday in central Nelson, featuring local produce, food, crafts, art and artisan products.

Yes. There are bus stops within walking distance of The Beachcomber, with services connecting Tāhunanui with Nelson and surrounding areas.

For current routes and timetables, our reception team can help point you in the right direction.

The hotel is approximately 5 to 10 minutes by car from Nelson Airport, depending on traffic.

Nelson city centre is approximately 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic.