Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

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8.6
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Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel
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Overview

The charming Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel, situated in the wonderful Cathedral Hill district, has exceptional services along with a bureau de change and a lift. Within 5 minutes' walk of Nelson Provincial Museum, the 4-star environmentally friendly hotel offers an unbeatable location and includes an à la carte restaurant.

Location

The accommodation is located in the centre of Nelson, within a few minutes' walk of a shopping district, within short walking distance of The Nelson Market. Guests can visit South Street Gallery, which is a mere 100 metres away, and Fairfield House which is within 5 minutes' drive of the Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage. This charming property is situated just a short drive from Founders Heritage Park, while Nelson Travel Centre bus station lies nearly a 10-minute stroll away.

For those travelling from afar, Nelson airport is 20 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

Some rooms provide a mini-bar as well as complimentary wireless internet to help you enjoy your stay. Guests can use a sauna and a shower, along with dressing gowns. The modern bathrooms are fitted with a separate toilet and a shower.

Eat & Drink

The Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage offers breakfast in the restaurant. Miyazu restaurant serves Japanese cuisine for dinner. Guests can relax in the on-site lounge bar. You can visit a bar situated close by and taste New Zealand cuisine.

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs NZD 34.50 per person per day. 

Leisure & Business

This Nelson hotel provides an outdoor seasonal pool and a sunbathing terrace for an additional fee. The Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage features a spa offering a sauna and an outdoor swimming pool as well as a rooftop pool. Guests also have the option to participate in fitness classes at a gym located within the property. Business travellers will benefit from a xerox and a work desk available at a business centre on site.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 10 am
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site at NZD 10 per day.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
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
Building
Year renovated:2012
Number of floors:9
Number of rooms:111
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Rooms and availability

Superior Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Single Room Mobility accessible
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Single bed
  • Shower
Queen Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Queen-size bed
  • Bathtub
  • Balcony
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

NZD 10 per day

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Seasonal outdoor pool

Rooftop pool

Spa and relaxation

Massage

Sauna

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Golf course

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
  • Massage

Room view

  • City view

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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Essential information about Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 195 NZ$
📏 Distance to centre 800 m
🗺️ Location rating 8.8
✈️ Distance to airport 8.8 km
🧳 Nearest airport Nelson, NSN

Location

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Trafalgar Square, Nelson, New Zealand, 7001
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Trafalgar Square, Nelson, New Zealand, 7001
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
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Church
Christ Church Cathedral
250 m
Museum
Nelson Provincial Museum
320 m
Market
The Nelson Market
470 m
Gallery
South Street Gallery
80 m
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Red Art Gallery & Cafe
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ATELIER Studio
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Reviews of Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

8.6 /10
Great165 reviews
Location8.8
Rooms7.6
Service7.6
Dining8.4
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  • Very good
    7.2

    Nice rooms with a good view and comfortable beds. Friendly staff who provided excellent service.- Convenient location close to great restaurants and activities.

    Some areas of the hotel, such as the windows, showed signs of mould. Restaurants and the health centre were closed during my stay.

    Syd United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    9.4

    It was a warm and welcoming hotel in an excellent location. The cafe offered good coffee in comfortable seating. The staff were friendly and helpful and the restaurants were good.

    New Zealand, 
  • Great
    8.2

    It was central to the business that I needed to attend to

    New Zealand, 
  • Perfect
    9.8

    This hotel is perfectly located in the centre of town, with everything you need within walking distance. You can explore the variety of cafes and shops right next to the hotel, and even the Cathedral is just a stone's throw away. The rooms offer lovely views over the city, and I particularly enjoyed the walk-in shower. The hotel provides all the basic amenities you need, and the breakfast with a good view was a great start to the day.

    No improvement needed.

    Ralph United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    9.2

    My husband was fishing for the time we were there. The location of the Hotel allowed me to walk to the Botanical Gardens, the Museum, the Cathedral, the beach, as well as do myriads of shopping.

    New Zealand, 
  • Great
    8.6

    Enjoyable stay well presented room good and tidy

    New Zealand, 
  • Perfect
    9.0

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this hotel. The location was incredibly convenient, as it was close to some fabulous restaurants and several decent eateries. Moreover, the hotel staff were extremely accommodating and made our stay very comfortable. Additionally, the hotel facilities were well maintained and clean, and the breakfast served was delicious.

    Can honestly say there wasn't anything not to like.

    Harold United Kingdom, 
  • Perfect
    9.4

    The location in Trafalgar square was ideal. The outdoor pool and facilities were extremely good. Restaurants and shops are plentiful close by. The hotel is spacious and the rooms modern and bright.

    No balcony in the room.

    New Zealand, 
  • Perfect
    9.6

    The location was ideal. We enjoyed the room,but thought that the Bar and Restaurant could be doing witrh some money spent on them to bring them more "up to date".

    The manageress in the Restaurant was a bit "scary". Too efficient . Did not show genuine care and attention in her effort to provide the service.

    New Zealand, 
  • Perfect
    9.2

    Excellent wheelchair accessibility, elegant foyer, comfy bed, great location close to food outlets, professional staff, quality food at breakfast.

    Nothing is perfect.

    Jim United Kingdom, 
  • Great
    8.6

    The location is excellent and the size of the rooms good. We also liked using the gym and pool

    The room was extremely hot with no air conditioning. The food is very average in Oceania and the bar is very dated.

    New Zealand, 
  • Perfect
    9.0

    Great place to stay, close to all the things we wished to do - the only let down was no soap in the room the first night.

    The fountain is a bit of a distraction in the foyer.The classic car great

    New Zealand, 
  • Perfect
    9.2

    The Heritage Hotel in Nelson provided a fantastic base for our recent stay. The quiet and spacious rooms offered a great view from the top floors. Despite not being the most modern, the hotel had a certain charm and character. We appreciated the helpfulness of the reception staff who guided us on where to find free parking and the nearest supermarket. The location was convenient, close to downtown and the market. We also enjoyed the bar, which had a lovely atmosphere.

    Ian United Kingdom, 
  • Great
    8.4

    This was our 2nd visit so the hotel was familiar.Staff friendly and efficient,perfect location as we did not have a car. Relaxing and calm surroundings.

    New Zealand, 
  • Perfect
    9.4

    The proximity to central city means that you have access to restaurants, bars, shopping, marina etc

    New Zealand, 

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