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Reviews of Joya Garden & Villa Studios This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

49 Brougham Street, 7010 Nelson, New Zealand

#6 of 21 B&Bs and inns in Nelson

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 383 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.6

  • Free Wifi

    9.4

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  • Reviewed: September 4, 2025

    10
    I will be back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The breakfast was a great touch

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: August 31, 2025

    10
    Highly recommended, I will definitely stay here again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio Apartment with Garden Views
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I loved it all!

    What a beautiful place to stay, like a retreat, so relaxing. The room was delightful with antique furniture and comfortably appointed. The grounds are tranquil, you would not know you were so close to the city center.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 29, 2025

    10
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Studio Apartment with Garden Views
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I needed at least 1 smaller pillow, the 2 provided were too big

    Lovely location, the actual house is set in a beautiful garden on a hill on a quiet street. It is also close to a well used and interesting walking track and an easy and interesting walk downhill to the city. The studio has gorgeous furniture, views through cut glass windows into deep foliage and a lovely sunning area outside with generous lace covered couch.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 28, 2025

    9.0
    Warm and welcoming place to stay in Nelson
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Cozy, comfortable, well-appointed room and property in a quiet neighbourhood. Close proximity to shops and dining in town. Paulina is very welcoming and her breakfast omelette is yummy!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 27, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Studio Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night

    A beautiful retreat. The wood burner a delight.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 27, 2025

    10
    Thank you again Paulina!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing.

    Lovely host! Charming, heritage refinished home. Warm room, very comfortable bed & pillows. aesthetic lighting, writing desk, Wi-Fi, bar fridge & crook ware, underfloor heating in the bathroom. Breakfast not advertised (I'm not a breakfast person) but an amazing spread of health foods, including my own personal omelets were provided with a very warm & pleasant smile. Reflecting back, it felt like I was staying wit a relative. And a short stroll to Central Nelson! Thank you Paulina!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 17, 2025

    9.0
    THE BEST IN NELSON FOR WHAT I WANTED.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Shower water was a little cool BUT only because I showered very early in the morning before the SOLAR Panels had a chance to heat the water. It was no issue really.

    Exceptional place, warm friendly hospitality, lovely atmosphere, an awesome breakfast both mornings, great location, knowledgeable owner and very helpful in so many ways, this is a place I would definitely go out of my way to visit again.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 13, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio Apartment with Garden Views
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location was excellent 👌

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 28, 2025

    10
    Really wonderful stay and host
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location, parking was not easy and construction

    Rustic vibe

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 21, 2025

    8.0
    A retreat with lovely garden views
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio Apartment with Garden Views
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The size and position of the TV was awkward. Fridge was not easily accessible, and the freezer box didn't work. We found the WiFi not easy to connect to. Driver confidence is needed to access the carpark which is down a steep drive and our bigger car size was a tight fit.

    A very spacious studio. Good-sized wet floor shower. Nice hot water supply. Heater kept the studio warm. Place had all the kitchen utensils and items needed. Nice set of glassware for wines. The host was very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 20, 2025

    10
    Wonderful hostess who was very friendly and welcoming. Great location who definitely be back
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio Apartment with Garden Views
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Absolutely nothing, it was perfect.

    Both breakfast and location were excellent, food was freshly prepared with a wide varitiy to chose from. And the view from the dinning area was great. While we visted in winter, the gardens were lovely and serene and would be a great spot to relax and unwind.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2025

    9.0
    Privacy and comfort
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Studio Apartment with Garden Views
    • Stayed 18 nights

    n/a

    Villa Studio: Spacious suite, overlooking the garden and water feature. It gets the morning sun. I liked the feeling of privacy afforded by its own entrance and patio, and I enjoyed sitting at my laptop with a view of treed hills and greenery. Host Paulina is welcoming and generous. The studio is self-catering (but a plentiful breakfast spread is bookable) and has a king-size bed, sofa and day-bed. The kitchenette has a countertop oven and electric hot-plates, coffee-plungers and plenty of cookware. A mini-fridge is inside cupboards, and a half-size fridge is available in the storage room next door. Luggage racks and clothes-drying rack are provided. Laundry service is offered. The WiFi is very good.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 13, 2025

    10
    Excellent as always, outstanding caring host.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Studio Cottage
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 24, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Wonderful host. Comfortable and clean room.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 13, 2025

    10
    Very spacious studio and had everything I required for a comfortable 2 night stay
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Studio Apartment with Garden Views
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Very spacious and had everything I required for a comfortable 2 night stay

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 10, 2025

    10
    An extremely friendly and comfortable place to stay.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I liked everything

    Paulina is a wonderful host - a beautiful warm and kind person. It was so easy to check in as she was there (no key codes etc). She kindly let me leave my luggage earlier than check in time. The breakfast was superb.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 9, 2025

    10
    We were made to feel very welcome. Thanks for a great stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio Apartment with Garden Views
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Central, spacious and cozy.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 8, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio Apartment with Garden Views
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Spacious

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 5, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Paulina is a lovely and very accommodating host. The home is beautiful.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 29, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No fridge

    Very peaceful and welcoming. I arrived very tired and left well rested and restored.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 23, 2025

    8.0
    Very comfortable . Lovely host very welcoming
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The breakfast was outstanding . Such a wonderful spread of fresh food

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 23, 2025

    8.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful house Fantastic breakfast

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 19, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Felt welcomed immediately, greeted on arrival. Friendly host. Easy car parking on the street. Comfy and warm room!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 12, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Best value little room. it was just what I needed.

    Stayed in May 2025

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