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The Hotel Nelson

3.0 star property
Suburban hotel with restaurant, near Nelson College

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Seasonal outdoor pool, a heated pool, sun loungers
Exterior
Bar (on property)
Executive Apartment, 4 Bedrooms
BBQ/picnic area
Close to Nelson College and Christ Church Cathedral, The Hotel Nelson is a haven for families. Enjoy breakfast at Flames on 40, the on-site restaurant with al fresco dining options or unwind by the seasonal outdoor pool and children's pool.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Room service
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Garden
The current price is CA $148
CA $172 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 21 - Mar 22

Room options

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable/satellite channels
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Studio, Kitchen

Studio, Kitchen

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living area

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
3 bedrooms
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Compact Studio

Compact Studio

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Apartment, 4 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

Executive Apartment, 4 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 95 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 4 Twin Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Soundproofed
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Jetted bathtub
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Unit with Spa

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Jetted bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio

Studio

Highlights

Soundproofed
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable/satellite channels
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior King Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two Bedrooms Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Kitchen

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Studio with Jacuzzi

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

One Bedroom Unit

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Compact Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior King Studio with SPA

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Two Double Studio

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Accessible Superior Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Three Bedrooms Unit

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Two Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Reception

Rutherford Hotel Nelson

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 548 reviews
The price is CA $156
CA $180 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
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About the area

Map
40 Waimea Road, Nelson, 7010

What's nearby

  • Nelson College - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Nelson Hospital - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nelson Market - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Victory Square Fish & Chips - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Penguino Ice Cream Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬13 min walk

About this property

The Hotel Nelson

Enjoy your visit to Nelson with a stay at The Hotel Nelson. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Flames on 40, which serves breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge, a children's pool, and a snack bar/deli are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Hindi, Portuguese
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 80 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
    • COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's menu
  • Pool gate

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Heated pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LCD TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
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Special features

Dining

Flames on 40 - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 8.00 to 28.00 for adults, and NZD 5.00 to 28.00 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 4 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 30.0 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from October to May

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
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, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Quality Inn Nelson
Quality Nelson
Leisure Hotel Nelson
Hotel Nelson
The Hotel Nelson Hotel
The Hotel Nelson Nelson
The Hotel Nelson Hotel Nelson

Frequently asked questions

Does The Hotel Nelson offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Hotel Nelson does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Hotel Nelson?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at The Hotel Nelson?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Hotel Nelson?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking and electric vehicle charging are available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Hotel Nelson?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Hotel Nelson and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and hiking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool, a picnic area, and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Hotel Nelson?

Yes, Flames on 40 offers alfresco dining.

What's the area around The Hotel Nelson like?

The Hotel Nelson is in Nelson South, a short 10-minute walk from Nelson Hospital and 12 minutes' walk from Christ Church Cathedral.

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Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

We were only at Hotel Nelson for about 12 hours, selecting it because the front desk was open later than most other options and we had a late flight. The room was spacious and we were able to use the pool (nice) the next morning.
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Keith, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Room fine, give breakfast at the restaurant a miss
Hotel was good, reasonable price. Room (no 27) backed onto kitchen and was a bit noisy early morning and late evening. Restaurant on site did lovely evening meal but was chaotic at breakfast. First morning, they were understaffed and the buffet almost ran out, second morning buffet wasnt available until 8am (despite opening at 6.45am), had to order al la carte which was much more expensive and not great quality.
Debbie, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Good location
All good, good location and room comfortable Just a little road noise as stayed in end studio unit
Amy, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Rooms were hit and miss.
Stayed 2 nights one on either end of our trip to the South Island. First night the room was quite nice, reasonable condition and we were quite happy with it. Final night we were pour into what I am sure is part of a conference room, beds had no headboards but were just pushed up against the door meaning door knob was right above ones head. Bathrooms were a bit tired and carpets and furnishings had several stains. On a good note bed was more comfortable on that second stay.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Steven, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Iskender, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Veronica, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Claire, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

First hotel in a long time I’ve stayed in that had a tub that I could really, truly soak in as a tall person!
Kevin, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful rooms, clean and friendly staff.
Teresa, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome room!
Dayveen, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Large rooms Clean & tidy Awesome
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Very clean room
Laurie, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

D, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Susan, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and close to town. Excellent room facilities. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Bella, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Indiana, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Good location and very blean and tidy room
kaye, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed here for a night with my family on our way to queenstown, it is a nice and quiet place and at a good price for a single night.
Baladitya, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Spacious clean room. shared bbq on pool deck was very convenient. Only downside was that our room was nearest to a main road with lots of traffic noises.
Antonia, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A great place to stay in Nelson!
Bruce, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

MaryAnn, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excelent
Very good conditions, very clean, had everything we needed
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Large family room with full kitchen and seperate bedroom. Bathroom was beautiful with large spa bath. Staff were very helpful with restaurant recommendations in the local area and also advice of forward travel with driving in forecasted heavy rains- much appreciated.
Rachel, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review