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Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel
4 stars

Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

27 Nile Street West / Trafalgar Square PO Box 248 Nelson, New Zealand, Nelson, New Zealand
Nelson, New Zealand
See location+64 3548 2299
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$116
Cheapest

rate per night

8.2
Very good
based on 589 reviews
589 reviews

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Overview

Eco-certified Nelson hotel in Nelson City Centre with a fitness center A restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge are available at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a sauna, a 24-hour business center, and a conference center are onsite. Rutherford Hotel Nelson offers 113 accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna, a fitness center, and a seasonal outdoor pool. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
8.2
Very good rating
Based on 589 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Valet parking
  • Business center

Kitchen

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Kettle
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Walk-in shower

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee shop
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Dining table

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safety deposit box

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area
  • Increased accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Elevator
  • Shower chair
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Tumble dryer
  • Washing machine

General

  • Family rooms
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Storage available
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted

Pool and spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop pool
  • Massage
  • Sauna

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Golf
  • Cycling
  • Hiking

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Valet parking

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Reviews of Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

8.2
Very good
589 verified ratings
Wonderful
233
Very good
124
Good
110
Okay
48
Fair
40
Mediocre
13
Poor
21

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location, cleanliness, and friendly staff. Many found the rooms nice and the overall value for the price to be good. However, there were complaints about limited wifi access and some amenities being closed during their stay.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Service8.5 out of 10
Value for Price8 out of 10
Bathroom7.5 out of 10
WiFi3 out of 10
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4.2
Mediocre
Anonymous, Jan 2017
Pros (+) if you have to stay at this hotel, request a room with a view of the church. Also, the hotel was clean and had nice shampoo.
Cons (-) In the 2 weeks that we spent traveling throughout NZ, we have had wonderful accommodations with the Rutherford being the exception. This hotel does not belong in the luxury category, although by the decor and age of the bedspread (yes, I said bedspread) and bed linens perhaps it once was. The lobby is stale and lifeless even in high season. Customer service was poor. And the very worst part, THEY ...
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Location

27 Nile Street West / Trafalgar Square PO Box 248 Nelson, New Zealand, Nelson

What's nearby

  • Christ Church Cathedral150 yd
  • Nelson Provincial Museum275 yd
  • Nelson Market318 yd
  • Theatre Royal Nelson335 yd
  • Atkins Gallery433 yd
  • Queens Gardens0.5 mi
  • The Suter0.5 mi
  • Trafalgar Centre0.6 mi
  • Trafalgar Park0.6 mi
  • Victory Square0.7 mi
  • The Grampians0.8 mi
  • Botanic Gardens0.9 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

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Essential information about Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

Low season

March

High season

November

Average price (weeknight)

$144

Average price (weekend night)

$148
Cheapest month to stay with an average 7% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 8% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in March and February.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Sunday.
  • How long should you stay at Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

  • Where is Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel located?

    Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel is located at 27 Nile Street West / Trafalgar Square PO Box 248 Nelson , New Zealand, 0.4 miles from the center of Nelson. Christ Church Cathedral is the closest landmark to Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel.

  • Does Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel from the airport?

    Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel is 3 miles from Nelson. Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel is 34.7 miles from Blenheim.

  • Does Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel in Nelson and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.9

Distance to city center

0.4 mi

Nearest Airport

Nelson

Distance to airport

3.4 mi