Tides Hotel

Property class: 4.5
Riverfront hotel in Nelson with outdoor pool and restaurant

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When visiting Nelson, Tides Hotel is a great choice to consider. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Tides Restaurant.Bar, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge, free bike rentals and a terrace are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Beach towels
  • Self parking
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • 24-hour room service
  • Conference centre
  • Business centre

Feel at home (6)

  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout curtains
  • Minibar
The current price is AU$96
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct

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A bedroom with a large floral mural, a bed with multiple pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and a drawer unit.

Riverfront Studio Spa

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • River view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a remote control, and a phone.

Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a purple armchair, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall mural of birds and flowers.

Accessible Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a purple armchair, and artwork on the walls.

Studio Spa - Twin

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a door leading to another room.

Studio Spa Kitchen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Executive Studio Spa

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a balcony with a view.

Executive Studio Spa Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a phone, and a wall painting.

Studio Spa Shower

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wall with a floral mural.

Riverfront Studio Spa Shower

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • River view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a floral wall mural.

Riverfront Studio Double Spa

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a window with a view of trees and a body of water, and a balcony with a chair.

Riverfront Executive Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Double Murphy Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a small drawer, and a wall-mounted phone.

Riverfront First Floor Mezzanine Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Murphy Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and artwork on the walls.

Riverfront Studio Spa

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Studio Spa - Twin

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Executive Studio Spa

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
66 Trafalgar Street, Nelson, 7010

What's nearby

  • Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Trafalgar Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Nelson Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Queens Gardens - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dog's Bone - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Bridge Street Collective - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Victus Coffee & Eatery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Free House - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪River Kitchen Nelson - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Tides Hotel

  • When visiting Nelson, Tides Hotel is a great choice to consider. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Tides Restaurant.Bar, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge, free bike rentals and a terrace are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 47 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))

Parking

    • Uncovered on-site self-parking (NZD 20.00 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • On-site parking includes off-street options

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service

Travelling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Free use of nearby fitness centre
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Free bike hire
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1964
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bicycle parking
  • Locally sourced food is prioritised
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch Smart TV
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

Tides Restaurant.Bar – This restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 12.00 to 27.00 for adults and NZD 12.00 to 18.00 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 per cent

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for NZD 25.0 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 35.0 per day

Parking

  • Uncovered self-parking costs NZD 20.00 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from October to May

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Property class

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Also known as

Nelson Trailways Hotel
Trailways Hotel
Trailways Hotel Nelson
Trailways Nelson
Trailways Nelson Hotel
Tides Hotel Hotel
Tides Hotel Nelson
Trailways Hotel Nelson
Tides Hotel Hotel Nelson

Frequently asked questions

Does Tides Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Tides Hotel 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Tides Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Tides Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Tides Hotel?

Yes. Self-parking costs NZD 20.00 per night. Electric car charging is available.

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

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Tides Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near Tides Hotel?

Yes, Tides Restaurant.Bar offers al fresco dining.

Does Tides Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Tides Hotel like?

Tides Hotel is in The Wood, a short 10-minute drive from Nelson (NSN) and 3 minutes' walk from Trafalgar Park.

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Reviews

Tides Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The restaurant served delicious food and had friendly, helpful staff. (47 reviews)
  • Breakfast at the property was consistently described as good, tasty, and exceptional. (7 reviews)
  • The property offers a relaxing spa experience with a jacuzzi, spa bath, and excellent shower pressure. (5 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, funky colour's, bar and restaurant excellent. Very central location
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8/10 Very good

Pleasant stay and great location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Had dinner and breakfast. Both Meals very high standard and service was impeccable.
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8/10 Very good

Nice accommodations within a short walk to the CDB. Room was clean and the staff was friendly. Would stay here again.
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10/10 Exceptional

I always stay here as the service is great. Location is perfect and the food is good.
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8/10 Very good

Place was clean and tidy staff wonderful.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, comfy bed. In a good location. Bar and food on site. Super happy.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very handy location to town. Walking distance to restaurants and shops. Having said that restaurant meals were very good at Tides. If staying in winter make sure you turn the heated floor on in the bathroom 😄
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8/10 Very good

Great location with only a 2 min walk to the Main Street. The room was nice, clean and warm and the staff very friendly and helpful. My only complaint was my room was below the stairs to the second level and I could hear everyone walking up and down the stairs which interrupted my sleep. Avoid room 50 at all costs.
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10/10 Exceptional

I wish I can give the Tides Hotel 10 stars!! Hotel is conveniently located close to the city centre. Their food in the restaurant is delicious!! Staff friendly and very customer focussed…nothing is too much asked!!
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic restaurant, clean rooms, friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

My stay at Tides was comfortable, the staff was helpful and quick to communicate and the room was impeccably clean. The only issue was the garbage bins and toilet bins were not lined with bin bags- though I did make a last minute booking. Excellent location. Overall experience was 9.5/10 Highly recommend.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and superb location
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect for our one night in Nelson. Very comfy bed and great staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were helpful,room was clean walking distance to all amenities
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely comfy and clean. Would highly recommend. Super handy having the restaurant right there.
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10/10 Exceptional

Artistic place, clean, properly equipped, washing machine and dryer. Excellent restaurant
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8/10 Very good

Great central location, friendly staff, lovely view of the river. Bar was a great place for a quiet drink, however also quiet in the rooms even when bar busy.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, friendly staff and very easy and relaxing stay
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room with a very comfortable bed, and a nice outdoor seating area (which unfortunately we were too late to use). Very close to the town centre.
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10/10 Exceptional

Cool hotel. Funky art everywhere including toilet seats and garbage cans. Comfy bed. Great location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect hotel and perfect area. Good walk along the river and best food at the hotel restaurant .
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10/10 Exceptional

Close to town....wonderful restaurant on site....friendly staff...spacious room
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8/10 Very good

Friendly staff. Loved the fun and colour décor.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great clean room , decor very artistic , loved the restaurant and bar overlooking the river and bird life . Really liked the antipodes shampoo , body cleansing gel and conditioner