PLAN YOUR VISIT
Travelling from out of town? Make the most of our sunny region and make a weekend of it!
See below for exclusive Cider Festival Accommodation deals
Accommodation Options
Exclusive discount offers!
BRIDGE BACKPACKERS
Stylishly designed backpackers situated right in the heart of Nelson - Completely redesigned and refurbished in 2017 we offer large outdoor spaces, fun and welcoming common areas and free unlimited fibre WiFi.
Options of single/twin/double rooms with ensuite.
CIDER FESTIVAL OFFER - 'CIDER2025' and will give a 10% discount when booking directly via website
THE PRINCE ALBERT
The Prince Albert Backpackers and the hostel provides today's travellers with the very best in modern facilities and accommodation including free unlimited WiFi
Offering range of rooms - dorms, share rooms, twins & doubles. All rooms have en-suite facilities.
Guests also have exclusive use of private lounge, sunny courtyard, kitchen & laundry facilities.
Onsite cafe The Function Room
CIDER FESTIVAL OFFER - 'CIDER2025' and will give a 10% discount when booking directly via website
APEX MOTOR LODGE
Located 5 minutes’ walk to the beautiful Tahunanui beach and 8 minute drive to central Nelson
Apex Motor lodge offers an outdoor swimming pool. Local shops, cafes and restaurants are within walking distance.
Guests receive free WiFi and on-site parking.
CIDER FESTIVAL OFFER - 'Apexcider2025' and will give a 10% discount when booking directly via website
PARKSIDE MOTEL
Perfectly positioned on the southern entrance to Richmond and Nelson. Parkside Motel offers very clean, modern, spacious and sunny accommodation, rated four stars on Qualmark.
Our accommodation is designed so you can relax in comfort after exploring the readily accessible activities on offer in the Nelson and Tasman districts. Just 10 minutes from Nelson Airport and 15 minutes from Nelson City’s centre
CIDER FESTIVAL OFFER - 'CIDER' and will give a % discount when booking directly via website, or contact info@parksidemotel.co.nz
Options for transport to festival, enquire directly.
SAXTON LODGE
Saxton Lodge is a 48 unit accommodation complex offering you modern and spacious accommodation.
Range of Studios & 1/2 Bedroom units.
10 min drive from Nelson city
CIDER FESTIVAL OFFER - 'CIDER2025' and will give a % discount when booking directly via website, or contact info@parksidemotel.co.nz
TAHUNA BEACH HOLIDAY PARK
Tāhuna Beach Holiday Park is located 4.5 kilometres from Nelson city centre and adjacent to the long welcoming sands of Tāhunanui Beach. I
Tāhuna Beach Holiday Park offers accommodation that suits every holidaymaker’s and traveller’s budget – from unpowered campsites to cosy cabins to modern, fully self-contained motel units.
The Holiday Park’s location gives you direct access to the beach, playing fields and local beachside attractions.
CIDER FESTIVAL OFFER - 'ciderfest' will give a 15% discount when booking directly via website, or contact tahuna@tahunabeach.co.nz
Nelson Tasman
GETTING TO NELSON
Located at the Top of the South Island, Nelson Tasman is highly connected to other parts of the country and to the world.
Whether you prefer to take a scenic drive, sit back and relax on a coach, fly with one of our many airlines or catch a ferry from Wellington, there are a variety of transport options available to suit your travel needs.
THE VENUE
Set in the beautiful traffic-free environment of Founders Heritage Park, it is the ideal venue to celebrate cider at the NZ Cider Festival.
Address: 87 Atawhai Drive in Nelson
EXPLORE THE NELSON TASMAN REGION
Nelson Tasman is a hub of activity all year round, offering the perfect balance of indoor and outdoor adventures! Whether you choose to indulge in the artistic essence of the region, the plethora of golden sandy beaches that stretch from the city through to the bay, or the spectacular network of walking and cycling trails, a visit to Nelson Tasman is sure to keep you entertained from start to finish.
DISCOVER ARTISAN MARKETS IN THE NELSON TASMAN REGION
People with a love of making things find their way to our region, and we all benefit from their passion. Moutere Valley, Golden Bay, Mapua, and Nelson City are just some of the places where you can try, buy, and send home some of our delicious artisan products.
Olive oils, cheeses, rich and flavoursome wines, craft beers and ciders, gourmet mushrooms, local conserves, honey, berries, and world-famous peanut butter are some of our local producers' diverse and delicious offerings.