We had room 85 - self contained with dishwasher, 2 hot plates, microwave and a guest laundry 5m from the room.

There is a supermarket directly across the river and 5 minutes walk, meaning if you are after the ability to be in town, and want to cook rather than be forced to at out - then this place is the business. The bar is well stocked and reasonably good value.

The outdoor pool is small but heated, and the kids enjoyed it. Beach reserve is 10 mins drive down the road.

Internet is pricey, so best to bring your own. All carriers have excellent coverage for mobile broadband.

We paid $195/night, but for the flexibility we got it was worth it.

Being in the middle of town was hugely beneficial - Nelson town is great - but Trailways is just across the bridge and is mentally 'out of sight and out of mind', meaning it's quiet.

Can't comment on other rooms, but room 85 was great. It sleeps 2 singles upstairs (with their own tv) and a double bed downstairs.

A great location - very central with friendly staff. However, the major drawback for us was the noise. Our room was nextdoor to the housekeeping area and we were woken each morning with the housekeepers talking. The walls really were paper thin so we could hear everything they were saying. We also had issues with the shower as the temperature fluctuated dramatically. We did not expect to have these issues when paying almost $200 a night and when we know the standard of accommodation available elsewhere in Nelson. If these issues were addressed it could be a great place to stay.

Very friendly staff. Very helpful with all queries. Staff went out of their way to help. Restaurant excellent. Location A+++. Very comfortable. Have stayed there twice now and would definitely return. Definitely get river view. Well worth it despite the bad weather we had.

Convenient location combined with nice rooms (small terrace in a riverside room on the second floor) and very helpful staff. Best breakfast spread of my NZ trip. Special touch of 4 course Christmas dinner menu from which guests could order a la carte for room service.