Rutherford Hotel Nelson

Most popular facilities

Free WiFi
Number of restaurants - 1
Luggage storage
Self parking (surcharge)
Fitness facilities
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
24-hour business center
Pool sun loungers
The following facilities will be closed during October, May, June, July, August, and September:
  • Swimming pool
The property will be renovating from June 10 2024 to December 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Exterior
  • Fitness facilities
  • Front desk
  • Guestrooms
  • Lobby
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

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Premium Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds

Premium Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds

Sleeps 3

Room information

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

291 sq feet


Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access

Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and 24-hour room service

Sleep - A pillow menu and bed sheets

Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and slippers

Practical - Iron/ironing board, laptop workspace, and phone; free cribs/infant beds available on request

Comfort - Daily housekeeping and climate-controlled heating and air conditioning

Accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible vanity height (inches): 28

Eco-friendly - Energy-saving switches and recycling bin

Non-Smoking

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Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed

Premium Double Room, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 3

Room information

1 King Bed

291 sq feet


Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access

Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and 24-hour room service

Sleep - A pillow menu and bed sheets

Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and free toiletries

Practical - Iron/ironing board, laptop workspace, and phone; free cribs/infant beds available on request

Comfort - Daily housekeeping and climate-controlled heating and air conditioning

Accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible vanity height (inches): 28

Eco-friendly - Energy-saving switches and recycling bin

Non-Smoking

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Premium Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible

Premium Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible

Sleeps 3

Room information

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

291 sq feet


Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access

Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and 24-hour room service

Sleep - A pillow menu and bed sheets

Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries

Practical - Iron/ironing board, laptop workspace, and phone; free cribs/infant beds available on request

Comfort - Daily housekeeping and climate-controlled heating and air conditioning

Accessibility - Grab bar in shower, wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity, low-height electrical outlets in bathroom, height-adjustable showerhead, toilet grab bar height (inches): 28, roll-in shower width (inches): 29, wheelchair accessible, wheelchair-width doorways, wheelchair-accessible doorway width (inches): 28, wheelchair-accessible vanity height (inches): 28, shower grab bar height (inches): 31, closed-captioned TV, and roll-in shower

Eco-friendly - Energy-saving switches and recycling bin

Non-Smoking

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Triple Studio

Triple Studio

Sleeps 4

Room information

1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

463 sq feet


Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access

Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food & Drink - Microwave, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle

Sleep - A pillow menu and bed sheets

Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and free toiletries

Practical - Iron/ironing board, laptop workspace, and phone; free cribs/infant beds available on request

Comfort - Daily housekeeping and climate-controlled heating and air conditioning

Accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible vanity height (inches): 28

Eco-friendly - Energy-saving switches and recycling bin

Non-Smoking

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Quadruple Suite

Quadruple Suite

Sleeps 5

Room information

1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

398 sq feet


Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access

Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and 24-hour room service

Sleep - A pillow menu and bed sheets

Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and free toiletries

Practical - Iron/ironing board, laptop workspace, and phone; free cribs/infant beds available on request

Comfort - Daily housekeeping and climate-controlled heating and air conditioning

Accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible vanity height (inches): 28

Eco-friendly - Energy-saving switches and recycling bin

Non-Smoking

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 2

Room information

1 King Bed

614 sq feet


Layout - Bedroom and living room

Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access

Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food & Drink - Kitchenette with stovetop, microwave, dishwasher, and cookware/dishware

Sleep - A pillow menu and bed sheets

Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and free toiletries

Practical - Iron/ironing board, laptop workspace, and phone; free cribs/infant beds available on request

Comfort - Daily housekeeping and climate-controlled heating and air conditioning

Accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible vanity height (inches): 28

Eco-friendly - Energy-saving switches and recycling bin

Non-Smoking

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Executive Apartment, Multiple Beds

Executive Apartment, Multiple Beds

Sleeps 6

Room information

1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

1238 sq feet, located on the top floor


Layout - 3 bedrooms, living room, and dining area

Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access

Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food & Drink - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave

Sleep - A pillow menu and bed sheets

Bathroom - 2 bathrooms, shower/tub combination, bathrobes, and free toiletries

Practical - Iron/ironing board, laptop workspace, and phone; free cribs/infant beds available on request

Comfort - Daily housekeeping and climate-controlled heating and air conditioning

Accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible vanity height (inches): 28

Eco-friendly - Energy-saving switches and recycling bin

Non-Smoking

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Getting there

Check-in time
From 14:00
Check-out time
Until 10:00
Property LocationRutherford Hotel Nelson is in the heart of Nelson, within a 5-minute walk of Christ Church Cathedral and Nelson Provincial Museum. This eco-certified hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Nelson Market and 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Trafalgar Park.RoomsMake yourself at home in one of the 113 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.AmenitiesBe sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including a sauna, a fitness center, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.DiningGrab 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.Business, Other AmenitiesFeatured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Nelson? This hotel has 6297 square feet (585 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 6 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.AttractionsDistances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Flamedaisy Glass Design - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Christ Church Cathedral - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Nelson Provincial Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Nelson Market - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Montgomery Square - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Fairfield Park - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Anzac Park - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Queens Gardens - 1 km / 0.6 mi
The Suter - 1 km / 0.6 mi
Trafalgar Park - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Nelson College - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Victory Square - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Botanical Reserve - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Nelson Hospital - 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
The preferred airport for Rutherford Hotel Nelson is Nelson (NSN) - 7.4 km / 4.6 mi
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Trafalgar Square, Nelson New Zealand
  • 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
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
  • The seasonal pool will be open from October 01 to March 31.
  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM.
  • One child 13 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Parking height restrictions apply.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.
  • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
  • 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.

Bed Types are requests only and may not be honoured at the hotel if availability does not permit.
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