The grounds at this Swiss-style place are lovely and you can view the cool waters of the lake from the warm waters of the hot tub. The 30 rooms are a good size and have wi-fi. The motel is near Observatory St, just up the hill south of the center. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Just a five-minute walk from Baker St, this small campground is right in an urban park and has 35 shady sites. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Right downtown, this B&B offers seven posh guest rooms in a wicker-laden Victorian home. As the name implies, the place is surrounded by posies and other lovely plantings. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

One of several cute and simple B&Bs sprouting up like, well, weeds near downtown, the Dandelion has two comfy rooms furnished in bright, contemporary hues. There's a patio and a view of the water from this restored old bungalow. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This Lexus of hostels is beautifully renovated and has 14 quiet and immaculate rooms. The comfortable living room makes a great place to read a book or find out about local happenings. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This 1898 classic hotel is slowly being renovated back to its former glory. Hallways are now lined with an array of vintage Nelson photos. The 43 rooms vary greatly in quality. Avoid those overlooking the kitchen exhaust stack and opt for the huge corner rooms with stunning views… Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Situated 20km northeast of Nelson off Hwy 3A, this park contains 132 wooded sites with toilets and showers. It has its own visitor center and offers daily interpretive programs. Redfish, set among old hemlocks, is the quieter of the two campgrounds here. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

This former flophouse has been nicely renovated into a midrange motel upstairs off Baker St. The 20 rooms feature flat-screen TVs, wi-fi and a relaxed industrial edge. Located in back, rooms 121 and 122 have lake views. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Right at the south end of the centre, this was the 1908 home of a railway boss, who could ponder the workings of his employees in the yards below. The three rooms are all richly furnished in period furniture and there's a fine porch. Full Lonely Planet Review ›