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Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel, Nelson

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About the Hotel

Trafalgar Square, Nelson, New Zealand, 7001
Great
8.4
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Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel offers a 4-star experience with easy access to local attractions and outdoor activities. The hotel features a range of amenities, including conference facilities, an on-site restaurant, and a bar.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Rutherford Hotel Nelson vary from stylish suites to comfortable double and quadruple options, featuring air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. Some rooms offer views of the mountains or city.

Dining Options

Oceano Panorama Restaurant provides an a la carte menu with local produce, while the Port O' Call Bar serves cocktails and light meals. Nearby dining options include Cod & Lobster Brasserie and Burger Culture, both within a 0.5 km radius.

Leisure & Business

For leisure, guests can explore the Centre of New Zealand track starting at the Botanical Reserve or take a swim in the Maitai River. The hotel is also a premier choice for conference and event hosting, accommodating up to 700 delegates.

Location & Transportation

Rutherford Hotel Nelson is conveniently located 0.5 km from the Nelson Provincial Museum and Christ Church Cathedral. Public transport options include nearby bus stations, with Nelson's galleries and city attractions just a short walk away.

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Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Premium King Room
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Premium Double
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Deluxe Suite
2 persons
700 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Quadruple Suite
2 persons
400 sq. feet 
3 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.5/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • On-site car park
  • Handicap parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

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 centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • 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 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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Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel Location

Trafalgar Square, Nelson, New Zealand, 7001
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Trafalgar Square, Nelson, New Zealand, 7001
Nearby
Church
Christ Church Cathedral
900 ft
Museum
Nelson Provincial Museum
1100 ft
Market
The Nelson Market
1600 ft
Gallery
South Street Gallery
300 ft
123 Hardy St
Little Beehive Co-Op
1100 ft
Gallery
Red Art Gallery & Cafe
2000 ft
Gallery
ATELIER Studio
1100 ft
Mall
Morrison Square
1500 ft
Shop 8 Dowsons Arcade
Atkins Gallery
1900 ft
Restaurants
Port-O-Call Bar
100 ft
27 Nile Street W Rutherford Hotel
Cod & Lobster Brasserie
800 ft
300 Trafalgar Street
Ford's Restaurant and Bar
1000 ft
276 Trafalgar Street
East St
700 ft
8 Church Street City Central
Nicola's Cantina
800 ft
6 Church Street Across From Kush Coffee
The Vic Brewbar
1000 ft
281 Trafalgar Street
Golden Bell Thai Restaurant
1300 ft
104 Hardy Street
Tongtara Thai Restaurant
1000 ft
142 Hardy Street
Burger Culture
1000 ft
279 Trafalgar St
Lone Star
1300 ft
90 Hardy Street
Green Bamboo Vietnamese
1100 ft
126 Hardy Street
Getting around
City Centre
Nelson10 min  ·  2700 ft
Airports
Nelson (NSN)14 min  ·  5.5 mi
Woodbourne (BHE)162 min  ·  66.9 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at NZD 10 per day.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs NZD 34.50 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Hungarian, Japanese, Chinese, Hindi, Afrikaans, Malayalam, Panjabi / Punjabi, Tamil, Tagalog / Filipino
Year renovated:
2012
Number of floors:
9
Number of rooms:
111

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 429 verified reviews
8.4/10
Great
86%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.9/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Comfort
8.9/10
Facilities
8.5/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.7/10
Location
9.3/10
Paid Wi-Fi
10.0/10
Staff
9.1/10
Value for money
8.1/10
Guest reviews
based on 513 reviews
4/5
based on 533 reviews
8.4/10
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