The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel
- View
- Garden
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Private bathroom
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Luggage storage
- Heating
- Parking on site
About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: The Honest Lawyer in Nelson offers four-star comfort with private bathrooms featuring showers. Each room includes free WiFi, ensuring guests stay connected during their stay. Dining and Leisure: Guests can enjoy European cuisine at the on-site restaurant, which serves lunch and dinner. The bar provides a relaxing atmosphere, while the outdoor seating area and picnic spots offer additional dining options. Amenities and Services: The hotel features a garden, coffee shop, and outdoor play area. Additional services include live music, bicycle parking, breakfast in the room, room service, and luggage storage. Location and Attractions: Located 5 km from Nelson Airport, the hotel is near Christ Church Cathedral (8 km) and Trafalgar Park (9 km). Nelson offers cycling opportunities, with the surrounding area ideal for exploration.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Bar
- Breakfast

Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jenny
New Zealand
“Fantastic place ! Lovely staff and nice atmosphere” - Rachel
New Zealand
“Great location and vibe - staff are super friendly and you can’t go wrong with popping downstairs for dinner, drinks and/or dessert! Was remarkably quiet upstairs despite being right above the pub! Super location for being able to pop to local...” - Gillian
New Zealand
“I have stayed here a few times now and love the buildings charm! It is very cosy and in a beautiful location.” - Kevin
New Zealand
“Beautiful setting and building! Friendly staff and the location is magical and convenient!” - Tracey
New Zealand
“Great property to stay lovely freely staff, lovely restaurant down stairs” - Lesley
New Zealand
“Great location to the airport for early morning flight! Just a 15min walk! Love the historic feel. Staff lively” - Paul
Australia
“The room was perfectly cosy, the surrounding waterway was breathtaking and the restaurant was smashing.” - Christopher
New Zealand
“I have stayed in the same room previously. I like it because it has a spa bath.” - Veronica
New Zealand
“Lovely location and loved the rustic and very comfortable rooms.” - Deborah
Australia
“Just reminded me of holidays in England. Even though it was a pub it was very quiet in the rooms. It was great having a restaurant downstairs.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- The Honest Lawyer Restaurant Nelson, Monaco Peninsula
- CuisineEuropean
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.



The fine print
Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with a credit card.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.