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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
From
C$ 158
Cheapest

rate per night

8.3
Very good
based on 594 reviews
594 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.
8.3
Very good rating
Based on 594 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Valet parking

Kitchen

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • 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

General

  • Family rooms
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Storage available
  • Sea view
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • 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
  • Disabled Access
  • 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

Pool and spa

  • Hot tub
  • 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 centre

Reviews of Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

8.3
Very good
594 verified ratings
Wonderful
234
Very good
127
Good
110
Okay
49
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.
AI-generated from customer reviews
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 Cathedral137 m
  • Nelson Provincial Museum251 m
  • Nelson Market290 m
  • Theatre Royal Nelson306 m
  • Atkins Gallery396 m
  • Queens Gardens0.7 km
  • The Suter0.7 km
  • Trafalgar Centre1 km
  • Trafalgar Park1 km
  • Victory Square1.1 km
  • The Grampians1.3 km
  • Botanic Gardens1.5 km

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

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel

  • How long should you stay at Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 5 days.

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, 0.6 km from the centre 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 5.4 km from Nelson. Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel is 55.9 km from Blenheim.

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

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

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Distance to airport

8.0
0.6 km
Nelson
5.4 km