Hire a car in Nelson from Moto’s Nelson Airport Branch.  If you are planning a stay in the stunning Nelson area or further afield in the Tasman region, you will not be disappointed with the beautiful golden beaches and world renowned national parks. Visit these at your own pace with your car rental. 

Hire a car from Moto Nelson Branch for:

  • A wide range of cars including small cars, small SUV’s, AWD’s and people movers
  • Handy optional extras to meet your travel needs such as child seats
  • Quick access to Nelson City, the Abel Tasman National park and Golden Bay
  • Friendly and knowledgeable local staff
  • Award-winning service 

The closest petrol stations are

NPD – 142 Muritai Street, Tahunanui

Mobil Tahunanui – 58 Tahunanui Drive

I will definitely be using this company again. Transport from airport to car was easy enough. Staff was wonderful and polite. […] Return and shuttle to airport was smooth as well. I had a very good experience hiring from you guys.

Rosemarie Pitcher

Returning a vehicle to our branch
Follow the road into the terminal building. You will find the Moto car parks opposite the main entrance to the terminal building.  Leave your car in a designated Moto carpark and lock the vehicle and return the keys to our counter in the terminal.  Returning a vehicle after hours?  Or if the counter is unattended, please use the drop box on the counter. 

Any questions simply call us on +64 9 300 7965, or freephone 0800 656 564.

Things to do in Nelson Tasman

Nelson and Tasman are renowned for the stunning beaches and scenery, a great hospitality scene and endless sunshine.  Nelson is the gateway to the Abel Tasman National Park, location of the Abel Tasman track and a selection of golden sand beaches.  Nelson and the surrounding areas has excellent vineyards and gorgeous cafes, ideal for soaking up the sun.  Looking for something a bit more exciting?  Head to the Cable Bay Adventure Park to experience one of the worlds longest flying foxes.

Nelson Airport Related Information

  • What you need to know before collecting your car

    Driver’s Licence

    In order to pick up your vehicle in no time, please remember that all drivers must have a current full driver licence at all times. If your licence is not in English, you must carry an official English translation or International Driver Permit (IDP) together with your original licence. Please be aware that most European licences don’t have their description fields in English and won’t be accepted without a translation document.

    Credit Card

    Please make sure you have a valid credit card or visa debit card is needed to hire with us as a bond is required on all hires. We will need to take an imprint of your card details at the time of pick up for the bond security. The applicable excess amount for your hire will be held as an authorisation on your card as security, and released at the end of your hire. We do not accept cash for the bond.

    Walk-ins

    If you have arranged to make your own way to our depot, you will find the depot address in your travel documents or on your branch locations page. Please call us freephone on 0800 656 564 for directions anytime.

    On departure

    Please allow sufficient time to call at the depot to drop your vehicle off to us and allow for time to inspect the vehicle and transfer time to the airport. Most international airlines require that you check in at least 2 hours before flight departure to complete formalities. If you have arranged an early drop off at the airport (prior to our opening hours), please confirm the details and instructions for the early drop off with Moto Car Rental when you pick up your vehicle.

  • On departure
    Please allow sufficient time to call at the depot to drop your vehicle off to us and allow for time to inspect the vehicle and transfer time to the airport. Most international airlines require that you check in at least 2 hours before flight departure to complete formalities. If you have arranged an early drop off at the airport (prior to our opening hours), please confirm the details and instructions for the early drop off with Moto Car Rental when you pick up your vehicle.

Nelson Through the Eyes of Moto Customers



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