Nelson Airport information
Our Nelson airport car rental branch is conveniently located right outside the main airport terminal. Once you have picked up your luggage, exit the arrivals terminal and head across the road to the rental car building where you will see our GO logo on the first kiosk. We estimate it would take you less than 1 minute to walk from the airport terminal to our kiosk, pretty sweet right?
Affordable car rental Nelson Airport
Get in the driver’s seat of savings with our unbeatable rates at our Nelson car hire branch. With competitive prices, the best car rental deals and relocation offers, you can drive away with a deal that won't break the bank.
FREE basic car rental insurance
Our basic insurance cover is included in the cost of every car hire with two upgraded insurance options available!
One-way car rentals
We can organise one-way rentals with pick-up in one location and drop-off in another. Stick to your dream itinerary without worrying about circling back.
Offset carbon emissions
In partnership with CarbonClick, you can choose to offset the carbon emission of your GO Rentals road trip.
24hr AA roadside assistance
All GO Rentals hire cars have access to the AA 24-hour mechanical breakdown assistance and our Tesla EVs have access to Tesla Roadside Assistance.
GO App
With our GO Rentals App, you can book a car, check in faster and even control your Tesla car functions, right from the palm of your hand.
A comprehensive $3 per day fee ensures your journey is simple and stress-free, we include the following services:
Roadside Assistance
Complimentary callout service for ALL types of breakdowns.
Government Road Taxes
Covers registration costs, safety inspections and road user charges.
Toll Road Freedom
Enjoy free passage on all toll roads, we cover all costs including admin fees.
With Total Road Care, we handle all the essentials so you can focus on the adventure ahead.
Get your journey started as quickly as possible thanks to our speedy check-in. Manage your booking online or download our app to get through the check-in process and on the road faster.
Shift your budget into savings mode with the best car rental deals in Nelson or check out the relocation deals for your one-way itinerary! Get on the road with affordable rental cars.
Hot Deals
Secure the best deals for your car rental in New Zealand. From discounted bookings across our most popular cars to relocation deals for one-way trips. Discover how you can save with GO.
AA Member Discount
AA Members get an exclusive 15% off the daily rate from every GO Rentals car booking.
Book online or call us with your membership number to redeem this offer.
Snap Happy
Your travel memories matter to us!
Snap a picture of your adventure around New Zealand, and be in to win up to $500 of the cost of your rental back.
Rental Car Insurance Coverage
Your car rental rate and Total Road Care package with GO Rentals include 24-hour AA roadside assistance and complimentary callout service for ALL types of breakdowns.
Your stress-free car rental experience is a priority and our insurance coverage has peace of mind built right in.
Cost per day
$0 extra cost. Included as standard in our rental fees which varies depending on the rental vehicle.
Excess
Excess liability paid by the hirer in the event of an accident or damage covered under the rental terms. The excess amount for this package is dependent on the vehicle selected.
Bond
A pre-authorised amount to be paid at pick-up and returned to hirer if no damage is caused. The bond amount differs depending on the vehicle and hire period selected.
Credit or Debit
A credit card with the main hirer’s name is required for this insurance option.
Cover
Full comprehensive cover including third-party liability, windscreen and tyre damage. The hirer is liable for the excess amount only if conditions under the agreement are met.
Cost per day
A fee per day will be charged for the full duration of your hire period depending on the rental vehicle. This is an insurance premium and non-refundable.
Excess
Excess is reduced from the maximum depending on the vehicle selected. This is only to be paid by the hirer in the event of an accident or damage covered under the rental terms.
Bond
Starting from $0 depending on the rental vehicle. A pre-authorised amount will be paid at pick-up and returned to hirer if no damage is caused.
Credit or Debit
A credit card with the main hirer’s name is only required for rental vehicles with a bond deposit.
Cover
Full comprehensive cover including third-party liability, windscreen and tyre damage. The hirer is liable for the excess amount only if conditions under the agreement are met.
Cost per day
A cost per day depends on the rental vehicle selected. The upgrade fee is an insurance premium and non-refundable.
Excess
From $0 excess liability and calculated based on the rental vehicle chosen. The hirer may have to pay an excess in the event of an accident or damage covered under the rental terms.
Bond
A credit card with the main hirer’s name is only required for rental vehicles with a bond deposit.
Credit or Debit
A credit card or debit card can be used.
Cover
Full comprehensive cover including third-party liability, windscreen and tyre damage.
Have peace of mind when you GO green! All of our coverage options cover our electric car fleet with the following amendments:
For full details on the electric car insurance, please read our terms.
Kia Ora from Nelson! At the top tip of New Zealand’s South Island lies the city of Nelson and the beautiful region of Nelson Tasman. Home to great landscapes, vineyards and historical towns, we’re delighted that our car rentals can take you through such an amazing place! From Abel Tasman National Park to eating mussels in seaside Havelock, GO Rentals brings you great service and our award-winning car hire vehicles. We’re so excited for you to get started on your epic Nelson road trip!
The Nelson Tasman region is famous for its beautiful national parks! Whether you want to visit Abel Tasman National Park for a coastal paradise or Nelson Lakes National Park for its rugged mountain peaks, our rental vehicles will take you there with ease. For nature lovers, aspiring hikers and cultural enthusiasts, these national parks are the perfect stop on your trip.
With some of the most picturesque coastlines in New Zealand, Nelson is the perfect place for a morning kayak. With Wilsons Abel Tasman, your paddling dreams can come to life! An experienced guide will take you through the coastal sights and provide insight into the history of the area you choose.
Of course, it’s not a proper holiday without visiting all the quirky and cultural museums in the area. The World of Wearable Art Galleries and the connected Nelson Classic Car Museum are perfect for a day of relaxed sightseeing. With a great collection of historical cars and beautiful art, these museums are a perfect showcase of the Kiwi’s favourite interests.
For the history buffs travelling in our Nelson rental cars, the Founders Heritage Park will take you back in time for a nostalgic experience. With a large collection of historical buildings, including a cathedral, fire station and several artisan businesses, this park will take you back to yesteryear!
The Nelson Tasman region is globally known for its amazing wineries and Marlborough wine! This region is heralded as having some of the best sauvignon blanc and chardonnay as well as vibrant pinot noirs. Visit the Moutere Hills and Waimea plains to learn the ins and outs of winemaking and have a taste of the delicious grapes!
The famous green-lipped mussels found in nearby Havelock are the perfect reason for a mini road trip! A short hour from Nelson, this seaside town is great to visit for window shopping in boutique stores and viewing quaint colonial buildings. Try to make it for the annual Greenshell Mussel Festival that happens every March!
Our Snap Happy Photo Competition has customers revv’d up about our Nelson Airport car hire in New Zealand! Submit a cool photo of your GO travel memory and be in with a chance to WIN up to $500 back from your booking.
This summer I was really lucky to have my mum and sister make their first journey over to visit me from the UK. I have lived in Wellington for almost 5 years now. This picture shows them strolling down the beach during our first evening in Golden Bay. Our trusty GO Rentals took us from Nelson Airport over the Tākaka hill to our lovely accommodation in Pōhara and we couldn't resist a paddle shortly after we arrived.
I was travelling alone, so I named my little Toyota Mel after her number plate, MEL716. Mel was a great companion for my epic two-week road trip across the whole of the South Island. We covered almost 3,000km together and travelled through some spectacular New Zealand scenery. This is Mel at the southernmost point that we could get to together, Stirling Point in Bluff.
The amazing views were endless as we drove from Nelson to Christchurch in our Toyota Corolla. I snapped this shot out the car window of Poplars Range.
Great car to take us safely to our favourite part of the world... Kaiteriteri Beach.
When you choose to hire with GO Rentals, you are choosing an authentic Kiwi car rental experience. We are one of the largest independent New Zealand car rental companies with local Kiwi staff that know our island is a real beaut.
We like to know our rental cars do more than just get you from A to B which is why we developed a road trip planner and NZ travel blog. Get on the road with a stress-free car rental and fuel your adventure with our local tips!
From our simple GO App with a pre-check-in process, 24-hour roadside assistance and transparent rental car insurance options, you are our priority at every step of the way. Whether you need a weekend car rental or a long-term car rental, our Nelson car rental team is waiting for you.
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GO all across NZ
We have nine car rental branches spread evenly throughout New Zealand, in the major destinations of Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Nelson, Queenstown, Dunedin and Invercargill so that you’re never far from a GO rental car.
