Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

$$$$||View on mapNelson, New ZealandTrafalgar Square, Nelson, New Zealand, 7001|
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Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel
Trafalgar Square, Nelson, New Zealand, 7001·View on map
$$$$
Overall Score
Great
8.3Great
Free WiFi9.8
Location9.3
Staff9.1
Comfort8.9
Cleanliness8.8
Who stays here
Couples39%
Families29%
Solo13%
Groups10%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.3Great
Free WiFi9.8
Location9.3
Staff9.1
Comfort8.9
Cleanliness8.8
Who stays here
Couples39%
Families29%
Solo13%
Groups10%

4-star heritage hotel in central Nelson with seasonal rooftop pool and award-winning local cuisine

Dining

Guests dine at Oceano Panorama Restaurant, which offers dishes made from local produce. Port O' Call Bar serves a wide selection of drinks and light meals. The hotel also provides a kid-friendly buffet and special diet menus upon request.

Rooms & Accommodations

The Rutherford Hotel Nelson has 113 spacious guest rooms with modern ensuite bathrooms. Each room includes complimentary Manuka Spa Toiletries. Rooms offer views of the city or the Nelson Cathedral.

Wellness & Recreation

A seasonal rooftop pool with scenic views of Nelson is available for guests. The on-site fitness center and spa provide relaxation options. The hotel also offers bicycle rental and can arrange bike tours for exploring the area.

Business & Events

The Rutherford Hotel Nelson has versatile meeting and banquet facilities for up to 700 guests. A 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and business center support business travelers. Express check-in/check-out and currency exchange are available.

Location & Surroundings

The hotel is centrally located within walking distance of Nelson's main shopping streets and the landmark cathedral. More than 40 walking tracks and natural swimming holes are nearby. Tahunanui beach, local art galleries, and cultural sites are also close by.

  • Dining: Award-winning Oceano Panorama Restaurant with local produce
  • Rooms: 113 spacious rooms with Manuka Spa toiletries
  • Wellness: Seasonal rooftop pool and comprehensive spa services
  • Business: Meeting and banquet facilities for up to 700 guests
  • Location: Central Nelson near 40+ walking tracks and Tahunanui beach
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs NZD 37.5 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Hungarian, Japanese, Chinese, Hindi, Afrikaans, Malayalam, Panjabi / Punjabi, Tamil, Tagalog / Filipino
Building
Year renovated:2012
Number of floors:9
Number of rooms:111
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Rooms and availability

Premium Room Mobility accessible
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Single Room Mobility accessible
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
Triple Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds or 1 Queen Size Bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

On-site parking lot

Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness center

Swimming pool

Seasonal outdoor pool

Rooftop pool

Spa and relaxation

Sauna

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Golf course

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business center
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's buffet

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Rooftop pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Sauna

Room view

  • Sea view
  • Mountain view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Dressing area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 121 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 5.5 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Nelson, NSN

Location

Trafalgar Square, Nelson, New Zealand, 7001
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Trafalgar Square, Nelson, New Zealand, 7001
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Trafalgar Square, Nelson, New Zealand, 7001
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Church
Christ Church Cathedral
100 yd
Museums
Nelson Provincial Museum
100 yd
Market
The Nelson Market
100 yd
Gallery
South Street Gallery
100 yd
123 Hardy St
Little Beehive Co-Op
100 yd
Gallery
Red Art Gallery & Cafe
100 yd
Gallery
ATELIER Studio
100 yd
Mall
Morrison Square
100 yd
Shop 8 Dowsons Arcade
Atkins Gallery
100 yd
Restaurant
Port-O-Call Bar
100 yd
Restaurant
Cod & Lobster Brasserie
100 yd
Restaurant
Ford's Restaurant and Bar
100 yd
Restaurant
East St
100 yd
Restaurant
The Vic Brewbar
100 yd
Restaurant
Harry's Hawker House & Bar
100 yd
Restaurant
Burger Culture
100 yd
Restaurant
Tongtara Thai Restaurant
100 yd
Restaurant
Hardy St Eatery
100 yd
Restaurant
Lombardi's
100 yd

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