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Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Trafalgar SquareSee map

฿ 6,744.4per night

This is the cheapest price in 30 days, based on the rates on 28 Sep

Top reasons for booking
With a stay at Rutherford Hotel Nelson, you'll be centrally located in Nelson, steps from Christ Church Cathedral and within a 5-minute walk of Nelson Provincial Museum. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Nelson Market and 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Trafalgar Park.
Popular facilities
Bar
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Free WiFi
Fitness center
Sauna
4.4/5Great 639 reviews
Exploring the area
Nelson (railway station), 1.4km, About 23 mins from hotel by foot
Nelson Airport, 5.4km, About 10 mins from hotel by car
Nelson Provincial Museum, 300m, About 5 mins from hotel by foot
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PREMIUM DOUBLE OR TWIN ROOM
Bed type arranged at check-in

23 m²

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Premium Queen Room
1 double bed or bigger

23.0 m²

16
Executive Apartment, Multiple Beds
Multiple beds

115.0 m²

14
Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed
1 double bed or bigger

57.0 m²

9
Triple Studio
Multiple beds

43.0 m²

6
Quadruple Suite
Multiple beds

37.0 m²

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Reviews

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4.4/5.0

Great

639 reviews
Location
4.7
Services offered
4.5
Cleanliness
4.2
Atmosphere & facilities
4.4
All
4.5+
3.0+
Jason
Reviewed: 25 Jun 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Solo stay

Easy location parking and food onsite
Peter Franz
Reviewed: 17 Jun 2026

3.0/5.0

Good

Solo stay

Average value for the dollar
Anthony
Reviewed: 9 Jun 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with partner

Great staff at reception and central location
Kumi
Reviewed: 27 Apr 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic
Clean
Jason
Reviewed: 19 Apr 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Solo stay

Easy location - comfortable bed friendly team
GODFREY
Reviewed: 21 Mar 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Solo stay

Excellent hotel
Warren
Reviewed: 21 Mar 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic
Lovely place!
Christine
Reviewed: 11 Mar 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with partner

Third time staying at the Rutherford. Never disappoints.
Elizabeth
Reviewed: 9 Mar 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with family

The hotel is centrally located to restaurants and shops. Beautiful hotel with several eating options. The staff was very informative and friendly. The room itself was wonderful with great views. Would highly recommend.
Dawn
Reviewed: 8 Mar 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Stayed with partner

Very professional staff. Beautiful hotel. Nice breakfast buffet. They stored our suitcases free of charge for four days while we tramped the trails. Would definitely go back!

Overview

Rutherford Hotel Nelson

First open:1972-01-01
Renovation:2021-01-01
Rooms:113
Star rating:

With a stay at Rutherford Hotel Nelson, you'll be centrally located in Nelson, steps from Christ Church Cathedral and within a 5-minute walk of Nelson Provincial Museum. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Nelson Market and 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Trafalgar Park.

Description

With a stay at Rutherford Hotel Nelson, you'll be centrally located in Nelson, steps from Christ Church Cathedral and within a 5-minute walk of Nelson Provincial Museum. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Nelson Market and 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Trafalgar Park.

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Exploring the area

Transport

Nelson (railway station)

Train stations
1.4km

Nelson Airport

Airports
5.4km

Attractions

Nelson Provincial Museum

300m

Montgomery Square

400m

Anzac Park

600m

The Suter Art Gallery

800m

Queens Gardens

800m

Fairfield Park

800m

Trafalgar Park

1.0km

Victory Square

1.1km
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Facilities & services

Popular facilities
Bar
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Free WiFi
Fitness center
Sauna
General
Electric car charging station
Parking
Parking (additional charge)
RV, truck, bus parking (add-on)
Designated smoking area
Gift shop
Elevator
Accessibility
Wedding services
Bicycle rentals
Valet parking (additional charge)
Uncovered parking
Secured parking
Bicycle parking available
Safety & security
Safety deposit box
Business facilities
Business center
Meeting facilities
Cleaning services
Laundry service
Reception services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Concierge
Tourist info desk
Multilingual staff
Health & fitness
Outdoor Swimming pool
Internet
Free wired internet
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible parking
Food & drink
Breakfast service (additional charge)
Activities
Ballroom
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Property policies

Check-in/out Time

Earliest check-in time:After 14:00 - Before 00:00

Latest check-out time:Before 10:00

Check-in policy

The guest responsible for check-in must be aged 18 or above

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Check-in descriptions

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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

Note: Check-in policies vary by property. Please check carefully before booking

Other fees

Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 34.50 for adults and NZD 17.50 for children

Uncovered self parking fee: NZD 10.00 per night

Uncovered valet parking fee: NZD 10 per night (in/out privileges)

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

Food & drinks

Grab dinner at Oceano, a restaurant that specializes in seafood. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and 24-hour room service is provided. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are served on weekdays from 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 5:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

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