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Exterior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served
A modern interior with a high ceiling, skylight, and artwork on the walls.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served
Riverfront Executive Suite | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, Netflix, books

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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66 Trafalgar Street, Nelson, 7010
  • Place, Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Trafalgar Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Nelson Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Riverfront Studio Spa | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, desk

Riverfront Studio Spa

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • River view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Studio | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, desk

Studio

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

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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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Studio Spa Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Riverfront Studio Spa Shower | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, desk

Riverfront Studio Spa Shower

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

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Riverfront Studio Double Spa | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, desk

Riverfront Studio Double Spa

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

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Riverfront Executive Suite | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, desk

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Riverfront First Floor Mezzanine Suite | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, desk

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Tides Hotel

An outdoor pool, a restaurant and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a conference centre, 24-hour room service and a seasonal outdoor pool.
Tides Hotel offers 47 accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottles of water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Nelson hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary weekday newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Tides Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and a restaurant.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes complimentary bicycles
  • Steps from Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre and 3 minutes on foot from Trafalgar Park
Tides Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the luxury Tides Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Nelson hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
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.
Late-night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered parking on site (NZD 20 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: NZD 12 to 27 for adults and NZD 12 to 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Tides Restaurant.Bar

Things to do

  • Books
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1964
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 12.00 to 27.00 for adults and NZD 12.00 to 18.00 for children
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: NZD 20.00 per night
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in May.

National rating

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

Property is 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

Tides Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 592 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 320 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1002 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jolene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic restaurant, clean rooms, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for our one night in Nelson. Very comfy bed and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely comfy and clean. Would highly recommend. Super handy having the restaurant right there.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Garth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and superb location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were helpful,room was clean walking distance to all amenities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marthinus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel with fun interior decorations. Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel on the river close to downtown and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Artistic place, clean, properly equipped, washing machine and dryer. Excellent restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kate

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Pieter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, spacious. Excellent food. Good bed
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Pleasant stay in lovely hotel close to town centre. Nice room, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool hotel. Funky art everywhere including toilet seats and garbage cans. Comfy bed. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just was a great place to stay Will be back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Restaurant was very good staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely, large and modern studio apt adjacent to the quaint original farmhouse and garden. The owners were great and very helpful. They let you do laundry for free
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic fun and funky design. A lovely clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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8/10 Good

Dayveen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient for short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice outlook from the room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff and very easy and relaxing stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Up to date rooms. Very clean and Friendly staff. But the walls are thin I could here everything all night from the corridor and the rooms either side of me very hard to sleep unfortunately
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Thesloneca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026