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Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

Trafalgar Square, Nelson, 7010, New Zealand

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Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Sauna

Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Nelson, the Rutherford Hotel is a charming heritage hotel that radiates comfort and elegance. Just a stone's throw away from the vibrant city center, which is only 0.4mi away, guests can spend their days exploring local boutiques and enjoying delicious cuisines. With prices starting from as low as $117, this four-star gem is perfect for the savvy traveler looking to balance affordability with luxury.

Step into your cozy sanctuary and enjoy a wealth of amenities at your fingertips. Whether you're lounging by the outdoor swimming pool, savoring delectable dishes at the restaurant, or indulging in a relaxing sauna session, there’s never a dull moment. Families will love the kid-friendly buffet and convenient babysitting services, while business travelers can take advantage of the complimentary business center. With free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and a 24-hour front desk, your experience is designed to be as seamless as possible.

Don’t just take our word for it—this hotel boasts over 470 reviews, highlighting its superb hospitality and memorable guest experiences. Picture yourself unwinding on the sun deck, sipping a cool drink from the bar while taking in the stunning surroundings. For adventure-seekers, the tour desk will guide you on unforgettable escapades throughout New Zealand. With everything from fitness facilities to direct access to beach chairs and loungers, the Rutherford Hotel Nelson is your ideal base for exploring this delightful region!

At the Rutherford Hotel, culinary delights await at the exquisite Oceano Restaurant, where every meal transforms into a memorable experience. Treat your taste buds to a harmonious blend of fresh, local ingredients and innovative flavors, expertly crafted by our talented chefs. Whether you're starting your day with a robust breakfast or winding down with a romantic dinner, the inviting ambiance will make each meal a joyous occasion. Don't miss out on the delectable kid-friendly buffet that keeps even the little ones happy, allowing parents to savor the feast without worries!

After a day of exploration, whisk yourself away to the hotel’s rooftop outdoor pool, the perfect spot to soak in the sun and enjoy breathtaking views of the surroundings. This adults-only oasis is a serene escape where you can lounge with a refreshing drink in hand, soaking in the ambiance of Nelson at its finest. Whether you prefer a lazy afternoon floating in the crystal-clear waters or unwinding on the sun deck with a good book, the rooftop pool is a delightful retreat that encapsulates relaxation.

Don’t forget to explore the exciting adventures that lie beyond the hotel’s doors! The dedicated tour desk is eager to help you discover the natural wonders and vibrant culture of New Zealand, from picturesque hiking trails to awe-inspiring coastal vistas. With a wealth of activities to choose from, including exhilarating outdoor sports or a peaceful walk along the beach, there's never a dull moment. The Rutherford Hotel completes your holiday with an irresistible mix of leisure, luxury, and local flair, ensuring a delightful getaway you won’t soon forget!

Closest airports

Nelson Airport

3.3mi

Woodbourne Airport

34.8mi

Picton Aerodrome

35.3mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Sauna

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Elevator

Picnic area

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Rooms

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Deluxe Suite

1 King Size Bed

615 sqft

Spa tub

Kitchenette

Microwave

Minibar

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This suite's special feature is the hot tub. This spacious suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchenette, which is equipped with a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker and a dining area. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Standard Room

1 King Size Bed

300 sqft

Spa tub

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Guests will have a special experience as the double room features a hot tub. The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a mini-bar, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Room - 2 Twin, Accessible

2 Twin Beds

300 sqft

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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The spacious twin/double room features air conditioning, a mini-bar, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The twin/double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit has 2 beds.

Premium Twin Room in Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

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Premium, 1 Twin

1 Twin Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

250 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Refrigerator

Shower

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Relax in our spacious 248 sqft Premium Twin Room, featuring a comfortable twin bed and a queen size bed. Enjoy the luxury of a private bathroom with a bathtub, along with complimentary toiletries and a cozy bathrobe.

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Apartment

1240 sqft

Spa tub

Kitchen

Microwave

Minibar

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Guests will have a special experience as this apartment offers a hot tub. This spacious apartment is consisted of of 1 living room, 3 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath and free toiletries. The well-equipped kitchen has a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. This apartment is air-conditioned and features a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, a mini-bar and a tea and coffee maker. The unit offers 4 beds.

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Triple Room

465 sqft

Spa tub

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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This triple room features a hot tub. The spacious triple room features air conditioning, a mini-bar, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The unit has 3 beds.

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Quadruple Room

400 sqft

Spa tub

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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This quadruple room's standout feature is the hot tub. Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The quadruple room offers air conditioning, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 4 beds.

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Premium, 2 Twin

300 sqft

Spa tub

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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This stylish room features an private bathroom with a shower over bath and luxurious bathrobes. It also includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a telephone and tea/coffee making facilities.

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DoubleOrTwin Room, Accessible

1 Double Bed

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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Premium, Queen

1 Queen Size Bed

250 sqft

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Premium is 248 square feet and includes a queen-size bed 150-154 width.

Apartment Executive

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Apartment Executive

Premium

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Guest reviews

7.9

470 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Facilities

Staff

Value for money

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Featured reviews:

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Toni

8.2

January 2024

Location was fabulous, close to cathedral and restaurants. Staff polite and efficient. Nice options on the pillow menu

Material headboards are stained from people's heads as per photo. Completely disgusting. Beds really soft. Mobility warning - Shower is in tub, but tub is raised so it is a very high step to get in and out. Shower glass has hinge in it, which the water leaks out through onto the floor.

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Alison

9.1

November 2022

We loved the location so close to the city centre and local cafes & eateries etc. The hotel has a beautiful foyer which is very welcoming and the staff are very professional and helpful. There is an over all old world elegance about the hotel which is very attractive and restful. We found our room had all that we required for a pleasant stay. The bed was very comfortable, and we loved the fact that the bathroom had a bath. We had breakfast in the hotel one morning and were very impressed by the quality of the food and the elegant dining room.

Unfortunately we had to ask for a change of room after our first night as we had been put on one of the lower floors at the back of the hotel directly above the service area where there was a bright light all night long and a very early (5.50am) noisey visit by a delivery/?rubbish truck. Also we were disturbed by the sound of the air conditioning outlets which seem to be situated near ground level at the back of the hotel. However we were very grateful to be rescued by two excellent staff who promptly organised a new room for us the next morning which was just perfect.

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Annette

8.2

July 2023

Central to the city space…. Cathedral, many walking tracks, River Walks, Restaurants, Bars, Botanic Garden, Nelson Art Gallery, Saturday Markets. Don’t need a car if your adventures are centrally located. Hotel is now 50+ years old and iconic to Nelson. She is central, rooms large, comfortable and slowly being reconditioned. Staff were just lovely.

Humming from air conditioning. More white noise but noisy enough to be aware it’s there.

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Graygilbert

8.2

July 2023

The rooms were a good size, there was good lighting, the air con actually kept the room at a good temperature, the bed was insanely comfortable, there were extra pillows & a thick blanket in the cupboard

The bathroom is quite dated - the shower was over a relatively narrow bath tub, so standing wasnt hugely comfortable & the shower head was actually pretty rubbish with a single setting, not adjustable & a very wide spray.

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Hamish

9.1

January 2024

Ideal location, close to the shops and the fantastic nelson market. Beds are arguably the most comfortable hotel beds ive slept on. rooms were super spacious for 2 people. Overall a fantastic experience, we will be back.

Pool was a little on the small side, But i also didnt see there was a pool, so it was still a nice surprise.

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Natalieakt

9.1

January 2024

The location and everything was quite nice

Not a dislike, but we didn't realise the key card needed to be placed into the slot by front door to activate power until we phoned reception, perhaps a small note in the card the keys come slotted into might save other novices like ourselves from a few minutes of confusion

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Annette

8.2

July 2023

We chose the Rutherford as it is central to everything. There is on site or street parking outside if you have a vehicle. You can walk everywhere. To Centre if NZ, Grampians, Maitai River and many superb restaurants, bars and the Saturday markets.

We had a little humming all night from facility air conditioning. More white noise- not loud but definitely there.

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Dan

10

December 2023

We were so impressed by the fact that at breakfast on Christmas day we were served by none other than the General Manager our compliments to him for "mucking in", Also a special mention for a staff member THEO this young man we highly rate as a future investment. Please keep an eye on him.

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Tinaka

9.1

January 2024

Super comfortable bed, clean and close to town. Loved the pool and the kai was beautiful. Staff super helpful and friendly.

No food heating ability in the rooms so ended up wasting food we could eat cold. And no extraction fan in the bathroom so the moisture lingered for ages after a shower.

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Rami

10

January 2024

Very comfortable and spacious rooms. Excellent location - walking distance to town center, cafes and restaurants. Very nice and helpful staff.

We don’t eat meat and the hotel’s ‘Oceano’ restaurant didn’t have any fish dishes :) But there are plenty of other restaurants nearby.

Points of Interest Around Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

Airports

Nelson Airport

3.3mi

Woodbourne Airport

34.8mi

Picton Aerodrome

35.3mi

Restaurants

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Rooftop

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • Seasonal

Amenities of Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Sauna

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Elevator

Picnic area

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Stay rules - Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

What are the check-in and check-out times at Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel?

Planning to stay at Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel? Kindly note that you can check in after 02:00 PM and before 10:00 AM is when you'll need to check out.

Does Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel provide free parking options?

Yes, there is parking available at Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel. The parking is private and located on site. It costs NZ$10 per day and no reservation is required.

How much does a stay at Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel cost?

Accommodations at Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel can start from $117. Be aware, rates are influenced by room type and selected dates. Ensure to specify your stay dates for up-to-date pricing.

What are the room types available at Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel?

The hotel offers Premium Twin Rooms with a room size of 248 sqft. These rooms feature a Twin bed and a Queen size bed, accommodating up to 2 adults and 1 child. Smoking is not allowed in these rooms.

What activities does Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel offer?

Guests at the Rutherford Hotel Nelson can enjoy a variety of leisure amenities during their stay. The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool, perfect for taking a refreshing swim or lounging on the beach chairs provided. There is also a sauna available for guests to relax and rejuvenate. Guests can stay active with the fitness center on-site or opt for bike tours to explore the surrounding area. For those in need of relaxation, there is a sun deck and massage services available.

When it comes to dining, the Oceano Restaurant is conveniently located within the hotel, offering delicious meals for guests to enjoy.

Additionally, the hotel features a seasonal rooftop pool, with age restrictions for adults only.

With these amenities available, guests at the Rutherford Hotel Nelson have plenty of options to enjoy their time at the hotel.

Is there a swimming pool at Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel?

The hotel has one pool available, but it is only open seasonally. It is an outdoor pool located on the rooftop of the hotel. It is also only accessible to adults.

Does Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel feature its own restaurants?

Yes, the Rutherford Hotel Nelson has a restaurant on site called Oceano Restaurant.

Are both cash and credit cards valid payment options at Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel?

Yes, both cash and credit cards are valid payment options at Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel.