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Rutherford Hotel Nelson

4.0 star property
Eco-certified Nelson hotel in Nelson City Centre with free valet parking
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Rutherford Hotel Nelson

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Outdoor pool
Front of property - evening/night
Premium Double or Twin Room
Daily full breakfast (NZD 34.50 per person)
Lobby

Overview of Rutherford Hotel Nelson

8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Parking included
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Trafalgar Square, Nelson, 7010
  • Popular LocationChrist Church Cathedral3 min walk
  • Popular LocationNelson Market6 min walk
  • Popular LocationNelson Hospital3 min drive
  • AirportNelson (NSN)13 min drive
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Room options

Premium Double or Twin Room

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Nelson

Rutherford Hotel Nelson is located in Nelson City Centre, a neighbourhood in Nelson, and is near the airport. Queens Gardens and Nelson Fun Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Nelson Market and Montgomery Square. Natureland Zoo and Pic's Peanut Butter World are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.

What's nearby

  • Christ Church Cathedral - 3 min walk
  • Nelson Market - 6 min walk
  • Trafalgar Park - 13 min walk
  • Nelson Hospital - 3 min drive
  • Tahunanui Beach Reserve - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 3 min walk
  • Burger Culture - 4 min walk
  • Pizza Hut - 6 min walk
  • Domino's - 7 min walk
  • Lambretta's Cafe Bar - 5 min walk

About this property

Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Upscale eco-certified hotel located in Nelson City Centre
Take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities and a bar at Rutherford Hotel Nelson. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. The on-site restaurant, Oceano, features seafood. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a 24-hour business centre.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free valet parking, plus self-parking (surcharge)
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and meeting rooms
  • Concierge services, a banquet hall and a lift
  • Guest reviews speak well of the helpful staff
Room features
All 113 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and dressing gowns.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, free infant beds and electric kettles

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, Chinese (Mandarin), Dutch, English, Filipino, French, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese

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–10:00 AM on weekdays and 5:00 AM–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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 14 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodation in New Zealand. This Hotel property has been rated 4 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

Frequently asked questions

Does Rutherford Hotel Nelson have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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

As of 19 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rutherford Hotel Nelson on 2 Apr 2024 start from NZ$211.26, 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 Rutherford Hotel Nelson pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Rutherford Hotel Nelson?

Valet parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rutherford Hotel Nelson?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Rutherford Hotel Nelson?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rutherford Hotel Nelson located?

Located in Nelson City Centre, this eco-certified hotel is steps away from Flamedaisy Glass Design and Christ Church Cathedral. Nelson Provincial Museum and Nelson Market are also within 10 minutes.

Rutherford Hotel Nelson Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 222 out of 454 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 454 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 454 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 454 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 454 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I am staying at the Rutherford frequently as I work from home but 4 nights a week my landlords children arrive so my business pays for my accommodation to remotely work. The wifi is great the housekeeping is the best I’ve experienced. I struggle with not having a microwave but the mini bar has healthy options to choose from. I highly recommend this hotel. Alice
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Namlee

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Service was good but very old building and facility
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber Jane, Rebecka

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved this hotel, no complaints thank you : I’m definitely staying again in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cecile

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had best room 917 Thanks Lamb meal excellent No smoking on property, I had to walk too far
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023