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About the Hotel

Trafalgar Square, Nelson, New Zealand, 7001

The charming Rutherford Hotel Nelson - A Heritage Hotel enjoys a charming location approximately 5 minutes' walk from the 19th - century Christ Church Cathedral and offers 111 rooms with views of the sea. Nestled in the wonderful Cathedral Hill district, the 4-star hotel is centrally situated 2.5 km from Founders Heritage Park.

Location

The hotel is located near a shopping district in close proximity to The Nelson Market. The Rutherford provides easy access to the regional Nelson Provincial Museum, which is merely a 10-minute walk away.

There is The Brook Waimarama Sanctuary 3.7 km away, and Nelson Travel Centre bus station is 900 m from the accommodation.

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

Rooms

The rooms have ironing facilities and air conditioning, as well as a mini fridge bar for your convenience. The private bathrooms come with a bath, a walk-in shower, and a raised toilet along with comforts such as hair dryers and shower caps.

Eat & Drink

Also, this Nelson hotel features a lounge bar. Flames on 40 Restaurant Bar serves European dishes and lies within easy reach of the property.

Leisure & Business

A fitness room and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool are available at the Rutherford Nelson. Business travellers are welcome to use a conference room offered on site.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
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2 persons
305 sq. feet 
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1 King-size bed
Mountain view
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2 persons
305 sq. feet 
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Sea view
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Double or Twin Room Disability Access
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2 persons
305 sq. feet 
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Getting around

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City Centre
Nelson2700 ft
Airports
Nelson (NSN) 5.5 mi
Woodbourne (BHE) 66.9 mi

What our guests says about facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
What’s included

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

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 features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Dressing area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • 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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Location

Trafalgar Square, Nelson, New Zealand, 7001
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Trafalgar Square, Nelson, New Zealand, 7001
Nearby
Church
Christ Church Cathedral
900 ft
Museum
Nelson Provincial Museum
1100 ft
Market
The Nelson Market
1600 ft
Gallery
South Street Gallery
300 ft
123 Hardy St
Little Beehive Co-Op
1100 ft
Gallery
Red Art Gallery & Cafe
2000 ft
Gallery
ATELIER Studio
1100 ft
Mall
Morrison Square
1500 ft
Shop 8 Dowsons Arcade
Atkins Gallery
1900 ft
Restaurants
Port-O-Call Bar
100 ft
27 Nile Street W Rutherford Hotel
Cod & Lobster Brasserie
800 ft
300 Trafalgar Street
Ford's Restaurant and Bar
1000 ft
276 Trafalgar Street
East St
700 ft
8 Church Street City Central
Nicola's Cantina
800 ft
6 Church Street Across From Kush Coffee
The Vic Brewbar
1000 ft
281 Trafalgar Street
Golden Bell Thai Restaurant
1300 ft
104 Hardy Street
Tongtara Thai Restaurant
1000 ft
142 Hardy Street
Burger Culture
1000 ft
279 Trafalgar St
Lone Star
1300 ft
90 Hardy Street
Green Bamboo Vietnamese
1100 ft
126 Hardy Street
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