Tides Hotel

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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 travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

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

Feel at home (6)

  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Minibar
$60 nightly
The total price is $69
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Dining delights
A restaurant serves delicious meals with al fresco dining available. This hotel offers a full breakfast and features a stylish bar for evening relaxation.
Luxe sleep essentials
Sumptuous pillowtop mattresses await beneath premium bedding. Slip into plush bathrobes after savoring balcony views. Blackout drapes ensure sound sleep.

Room options

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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
  • 301 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 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
  • 301 sq ft
  • 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
  • 301 sq ft
  • 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
  • 603 sq ft
  • 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
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Murphy Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a chair, and a view of the outside.

Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

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
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Founders Heritage Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tern Coffee House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪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

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 travelers 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 available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 percent 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 WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))

Parking

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

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

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

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • 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 prioritized
  • 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 drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

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

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 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 alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Sustainability Certifications
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 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing 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 to 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 vehicle 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 alfresco 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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