The Honest Lawyer, an Ascend Collection Hotel

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Ascend Collection
8.3 (851 reviews)
1 Point Road Monaco , Nelson , nz

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Garden
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable beds
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Noisy rooms
Inconsistent food quality
Lack of air conditioning

Categories

Cleanliness
8.19
Rooms reported as clean and tidy but with some maintenance issues indicated.
Service
9.16
Staff friendly and helpful, ensuring a good stay.
Location
8.7
Great location close to the airport with beautiful surroundings.
Room Quality
7.65
Some rooms in need of renovation; good but with shortcomings.
Amenities
8.18
Standard amenities with a useful food preparation area.
Value for Money
8.14
Good value for what is offered, though food quality could be improved.
Food and Beverage
7.69
Food quality perceived as inconsistent; wait times noted.
Overall Experience
8.66
Overall a pleasant stay with character and charm despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 02:06

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Garden Views
Located just 8.3 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, The Honest Lawyer, Ascend Hotel Collection offers a serene escape with a garden, on-site dining options, and complimentary WiFi. The 4-star hotel provides top-notch amenities including room service and free parking, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests.

Ideal Location for Outdoor Enthusiasts
With easy access to cycling trails and being only 9.4 km from Trafalgar Park, this non-smoking property is perfect for nature lovers and sports enthusiasts. Guests can explore the picturesque surroundings and engage in outdoor activities during their stay.

Convenient and Hassle-Free Stay
Just 5 km from Nelson Airport, The Honest Lawyer, Ascend Hotel Collection provides a convenient location for travelers. Experience a seamless stay with luggage storage facilities and well-equipped private bathrooms in every room.

Book your stay now at The Honest Lawyer, Ascend Hotel Collection for a delightful and memorable experience.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with a credit card.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: NSN

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 851 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.19
Service: 9.16
Location: 8.7
Room Quality: 7.65
Amenities: 8.18
Value for Money: 8.14
Food and Beverage: 7.69
Overall Experience: 8.66
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Jeremy • solo_traveller • nz
6
Pros:

Bed was comfortable.

Cons:

Heating wasn’t effective for a cold winter night. Room was cold and hot water took around 5 mins to reach shower.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Hamish • solo_traveller • nz
6
Pros:

It was quaint . Bed was comfortable. Good food and Guiness.

Cons:

The bright sign outside making my room feel like day time and a cold shower

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Walters • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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John • family_with_children • nz
8
Cons:

Window was not air tight, could feel wind blowing through.

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Keith • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • couple • nz
9
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • nz
5
Cons:

TV

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Murray • family_with_children • sa
10
Stunning hotel, in beautiful location.
Pros:

The room was huge, the bed was very comfortable, it had everything you would ever need in the room, and the bathroom was stunning. We had a room with the clawfoot bath, and it was fabulous.

Cons:

Nothing. Everything was great.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Craig • solo_traveller • nz
7
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • solo_traveller • nz
7
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • solo_traveller • nz
7
Pros:

The staff were very friendly. Good size room, comfortable bed.

Cons:

You cant get breakfast until 10am which is check out time, so we had to wait in the car for abit while it was raining and we were very hungry!
But the chicken waffles were amazing!

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Peter • extended_group • nz
10
This was a suprise trip for our group and we all loved our stay
Pros:

The location was perfect for our group, the rooms were comfy and the meals were outstanding.

Cons:

Honestly all our group could not fault our stay

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Meredith • solo_traveller • au
7
2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Saku • solo_traveller • fi
8
2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Phil • couple • au
8
I’d stay again if necessary
Pros:

Staff are your best asset .

Cons:

Needs maintenance

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Canton • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Belinda • family_with_children • za
8
Quiet, comfortable and a good restaurant - perfect for an overnight stay
Pros:

Comfortable and quiet rooms, close to the airport and an excellent pub/restaurant for dinners.

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Chris • family_with_children • nz
9
Pros:

Very clean comfortable accommodation.
Awesome little pub with nice garden

Cons:

Could do with a bit more of a childrens area in the garden, but apart from that hard ro fault.

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • nz
9
Peaceful break away from the bustle of the city
Pros:

Great location

2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Holst • family_with_children • nz
8
2026-03-25 • via Nuitee