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Rutherford Hotel (Heritage Hotels)

Rutherford Hotel (Heritage Hotels)

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Trafalgar Square, Nelson

Nelson is an extraordinary NZ destination befitting a hotel of such a high standard. The Rutherford Hotel Nelson offers luxurious hotel accommodation with a full complement of features designed to help you achieve the most from your stay.

The hotel offers a range of superior guest facilities including two restaurants, and is only a couple of minutes walk from Nelson's main shopping district and landmark cathedral.

Dining, relaxing, or getting away from it all, this is one of the few hotels that puts you right at the doorstep of three national parks and an unmatched range of sandy beaches, blue seas and mountain wilderness.

Services and facilities

With an unbeatable location and rooms of distinction, you would expect the Rutherford Hotel Nelson to offer guests a full compliment of guest services. You won't be disappointed.

  • 24 hour room service
  • Same-day laundry
  • Car-parking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Currency exchange
  • Security deposit boxes at reception
  • Dry-cleaning
  • Health centre with gymnasium and sauna
  • Baby-sitting service
  • WiFi wireless internet connections in all public areas

The Rutherford Cafe
This is a great place to gather when you're in the mood for a casual snack or light meal. Unwind after the day or meet friends in the evening to plan your next day's adventures.

Oceano Restaurant
At Oceano Nelson restaurant guests can bask in the morning sun and enjoy a full breakfast service. Then, after a day's exploring, return to Oceano and enjoy the flavours on offer from our a carte menu. This part of New Zealand is renowned for its delectable, fresh seafood and at Oceano you can select your perfect meal from the live crayfish tank or let our superior chefs decide on the perfect seafood dish for you.

Opening hours:
Breakfast: 6 - 10am
Dinner: 6pm - late

Miyazu Japanese Restaurant
Authentic flavours of the orient are blended with the freshest in local seafood and produce to create a mouth-watering experience. Sample from the traditional a carte menu or choose to be wowed by the spectacular skills of our teppanyaki chef as he dices, slices, juggles and cooks an exquisite meal right before your eyes.

Opening hours: 6pm - late Mon - Sat

Port o Call Bar
Enjoy exceptional service and a wide range of fine wines and a selection of speciality cocktails at the Port o Call Bar. Great service, great company - the perfect place to relax.

Opening hours: 4pm - late

Accommodation Information:

Room features

The spacious and beautifully appointed rooms of the Rutherford Hotel Nelson have played host to movie stars, royalty, Prime Ministers and dignitaries. You will be right at home here too, with a choice of Standard Room or the larger, newly refurbished contemporary Executive Rooms.

All rooms have:

  • Hairdryer
  • Luxury bathrobe
  • Iron & ironing board
  • Tea & coffee making facilities
  • Mini bar
  • Telephone and Broadband internet connection
  • Complimentary Natural Habitat toiletries

Suite features

Choosing a suite at the Rutherford Hotel Nelson guarantees you the luxury you deserve. Here you will find the space and detail you would expect from a hotel of international acclaim.

  • En-suite bathrooms
  • Separate bedroom/s
  • Lounge area
  • Sky and Movielink channels
  • Self-contained, fully equipped kitchen including crockery and glassware, appliances, cookware, oven and cook-top, microwave oven, waste master, dishwasher and fridge
  • Open plan living and dining
  • Tea and coffee making conveniences
  • Executive writing desk
  • Deluxe minibar
  • Bathrobes
  • Ironing amenities
  • Radio alarm clock
  • In-room safe
  • Hairdryer
  • Complimentary Natural Habitat toiletries
  • Full laundry facilities
  • CD and video player
  • Broadband Internet Connection

Location Information:

Nelson, situated at the top of New Zealand’s South Island is a city famous for plenty of sunshine, amazing local wines and produce and seafood without compare. Here you are on the doorstep to the rugged beauty of mountain walks, ancient forest and the sheer beauty of some of the most well-known national parks in the world. You will find the local residents quick with a smile and a helping hand and will be left wishing you could stay longer.

  • Walk the world famous Heaphy Track
  • Visit Abel Tasman or Nelson Lakes National Parks
  • Take a 4WD tour to Farewell Spit
  • Enjoy helicopter, sail, cruise or sea kayak tours
  • Pop into the World of Wearable Art
  • Be entranced by the Hoglund Glass store
  • Take a stroll through Founders Historic Park
  • Dine at any number of vineyards and craft stores

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