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Rutherford Hotel Nelson

4.0 star property
Eco-certified Nelson hotel in Nelson City Centre with free valet parking
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Reception
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM, pool umbrellas
Exterior
Bar (on property)
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Gym
    Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Room service
    Room service

Explore the area

Map
Trafalgar Square, Nelson, 7010
  • Christ Church Cathedral
    3 min walk
  • Nelson Provincial Museum
    4 min walk
  • Nelson Market
    6 min walk
  • Nelson (NSN)
    12 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Premium Triple Room, Multiple Beds

Premium Triple Room, Multiple Beds | Bathroom

Premium Triple Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Premium Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

Premium Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

Premium Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Premium Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds

Minibar, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Premium Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible

Premium Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible

Premium Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Executive Apartment, Multiple Beds | Private kitchen

Executive Apartment, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • 115 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 57 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The price is NZ$184
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
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About the area

Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson places you in the centre of Nelson, steps from Christ Church Cathedral and within a short 5-minute stroll of Nelson Provincial Museum. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a restaurant, free valet parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Oceano, serves seafood and is open for breakfast and dinner. Port O' Call is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with dinner and light fare. Enjoy the gym, sauna, seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and a 24-hour business centre. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 5:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 5:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Nelson City Centre hotel include Nelson Market and Trafalgar Park.

What's nearby

  • Christ Church Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nelson Provincial Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Nelson Market - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Nelson Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tasty Tucker Bakery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Penguino Ice Cream Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Eco-certified Nelson hotel in Nelson City Centre with free valet parking
Rutherford Hotel Nelson offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and 6 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 6297 square feet (585 square metres) and includes a conference centre. Multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the eco-certified Rutherford Hotel Nelson. Free valet parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Nelson hotel.

  • 113 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • 6297 sq ft of conference space
  • 585 sq. m of conference space
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Gift shop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Rutherford Hotel Nelson offers 113 accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English, Filipino, French, German, Hindi, Hungarian, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Secured, covered parking on site (NZD 10 per night)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 5:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; NZD 34.50 for adults and NZD 17.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Atom Cafe
  • Oceano
  • Port O' Call

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Free cot
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (6,297 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Handrails in stairways (90 centimetre high)
  • Lift (100 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (70 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (100 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during October, May, June, July, August and September:
  • Swimming pool
The property will be renovating from 10 June 2024 to 31 December 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Dining venue
  • Exterior
  • Fitness facilities
  • Front desk
  • Guestrooms
  • Lobby
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 13 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately NZD 34.50 for adults and from NZD 17.50 for children
  • Covered self-parking fee: NZD 10.00 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
    Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 October and close on 31 March.
  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM
  • One child aged 13 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Rutherford Hotel Heritage Hotel
Rutherford Hotel Nelson Heritage Hotel
Rutherford Nelson
Rutherford Nelson Heritage
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Rutherford Hotel
Nelson Rutherford Hotel
Rutherford Hotel Nelson Hotel
Rutherford Hotel Nelson Nelson
Rutherford Hotel Nelson Hotel Nelson

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Rutherford Hotel Nelson?

Rutherford Hotel Nelson offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Rutherford Hotel Nelson?

As of 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rutherford Hotel Nelson on 18 Dec 2024 start from NZ$198.17, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Rutherford Hotel Nelson?

Yep, Rutherford Hotel Nelson has free valet parking. A secured covered self car park is also available for NZD 10.00 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Rutherford Hotel Nelson?

The closest beach to Rutherford Hotel Nelson is Tahunanui Beach Reserve (3.8 km).

Does Rutherford Hotel Nelson have a pool?

Rutherford Hotel Nelson has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from October 01 to March 31).

Is Rutherford Hotel Nelson family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as childcare services and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Rutherford Hotel Nelson is a hit with families.

Does Rutherford Hotel Nelson serve breakfast?

Yeah, full breakfast is available on weekdays between 5:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends from 5:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rutherford Hotel Nelson?

No, Rutherford Hotel Nelson does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Rutherford Hotel Nelson?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves seafood. Pre dinner cocktails anyone? The property will be renovating its dining venue from June 10 2024 until December 31 2025 (completion date subject to change).

What time are check-in & check-out at Rutherford Hotel Nelson?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Rutherford Hotel Nelson?

No, pets are not allowed.

Rutherford Hotel Nelson Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 243 out of 484 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 484 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 484 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 484 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 484 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with family
Apart from poor breakfast offering, the Rutherford is an excellent place to stay in central Nelson.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend this hotel. Excellent facilities, staff are friendly, rooms are big and luxurious. In a great location walkable to everything but quiet. Have stayed here before and will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room in a very convenient location. Friendly helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuki

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would have given 5 star except was told at check in that breakfast was complimentary only to be told at check out it wasn’t and was charged for it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Tania

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We had a nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, great facilities and close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location. Regularly come to the Rutherford. An old building but good size rooms, clean and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keita

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adequate in all ways.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top all round
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location and Ease
Great location. Easy with bar and restaurant on site with friendly team / great service . Comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Trish

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff all very helpful and friendly. Bathroom shower screen useless, big puddles of water after each use.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Annika

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Aging building, so a bit old fashioned. Mold needs to be addressed in the bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

LANCE

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Needs a refurb,large rooms close to city and dining areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, a little bit dated, but great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms a bit dated but comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Business traveller
Good location Decor bit tired Not cheap
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Fantastic location, so close to town. The place was clean and tidy and room was a great size, we would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for bars and restaurants. Pleasant room and friendly staff. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jefferson

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024