Hotel Te Puna Wai Lodge (Nelson, New Zealand)

An exquisitely restored Victorian B&B with sublime views out over Tasman Bay, Te Puna Wai Lodge offers an expansive verandah and is located a five-minute drive from Nelson's quaint town centre. Te Puna Wai Lodge features two regular rooms and apartment with extra space and kitchen facilities. Each is furnished and decorated in a classical style, with amenities such as TVs, phones, and tea/coffee stations all standard. Views are either out over the bay or onto the gardens. The communal lounge leads onto the verandah, both of which are a great spot to meet other intrepid travellers. The garden serves those with a more contemplative outlook. Wi-Fi is complimentary and accessible throughout. A delicious breakfast of both continental and cooked items is served each morning. Located in Nelson Harbour, a two-minute drive away, the Styx Kitchen and Bar is a trendy spot known for its fresh seafood. Sand and surf aplenty is to be found at lovely Tahunanui Beach, two kilometres to the south