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Tides Hotel

★★★★ 66 Trafalgar Street, Nelson, NZ

8.6 guest rating· 2889 reviews

About this hotel

Riverside Luxury at Tides Hotel

Scenic Location : Nestled on the picturesque banks of Maitai River, Tides Hotel offers a tranquil escape in the heart of Nelson.

Modern Amenities : Enjoy the convenience of a heated outdoor pool, complimentary WiFi, and on-site parking. Each studio is fully air-conditioned and equipped with essential facilities for a comfortable stay.

Culinary Delights : Indulge in delectable dishes at Tides Bar and Eatery, showcasing a diverse a la carte menu with locally sourced ingredients.

Experience the perfect blend of relaxation and sophistication at Tides Hotel. Book your stay now for an unforgettable getaway.

Rooms & rates

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Riverfront Executive Suite

Sleeps 4 · 56 m² · King bed, Sofa bed, Murphy bed

  • Desk
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Jetted bathtub

<p><strong>1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Double Murphy Bed</strong></p><p>603-sq-foot individually decorated room, balcony/patio with river views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom and living room</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices) </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 50-inch Smart TV with premium channels and Netflix</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, jetted bathtub and separate shower</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Washer/dryer, queen sofa bed, and free weekday newspaper</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries and energy-saving switches</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking, renovated in July 2017</p>

Studio Spa - Twin

Sleeps 3 · 28 m² · 2× Double bed

  • Desk
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Jetted bathtub

<p><strong>2 Double Beds</strong></p><p>301-sq-foot room, balcony/patio with pool views </p><br/><p><b>Relax</b> - Private hot tub</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices) </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 50-inch Smart TV with premium channels and Netflix</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, jetted bathtub </p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free weekday newspaper, iron/ironing board, and desk</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and climate-controlled heating and air conditioning</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries and energy-saving switches</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Executive Studio with Spa Shower

Sleeps 3 · 28 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

This studio features a satellite TV, air conditioning and seating area. Please note that when any of the rooms are booked for 3 guests, the additional guest is accommodated on a roll away bed.

Studio with Spa Shower

Sleeps 3 · 28 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

This studio has a seating area, bathrobe and electric kettle. Please note that when any of the rooms are booked for 3 guests, the additional guest is accommodated on a roll away bed.

Riverfront Studio Spa

Sleeps 3 · 28 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Jetted bathtub

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>301-sq-foot room, balcony/patio with river views </p><br/><p><b>Relax</b> - Private hot tub</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices) </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 50-inch Smart TV with premium channels and Netflix</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and 24-hour room service</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, jetted bathtub </p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free weekday newspaper, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries and energy-saving switches</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Riverfront First Floor Mezzanine Suite

Sleeps 4 · 42 m² · King bed, Murphy bed

  • Desk
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Jetted bathtub

<p><strong>1 King Bed and 1 Queen Murphy Bed</strong></p><p>452-sq-foot room, balcony/patio with river views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate dining area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices) </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 50-inch Smart TV with premium channels and Netflix</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchenette with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, jetted bathtub and separate shower</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free weekday newspaper, iron/ironing board, and desk; cribs (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries and energy-saving switches</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Executive Studio Spa

Sleeps 3 · 28 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Jetted bathtub

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>301-sq-foot room, balcony/patio with pool views </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices) </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 50-inch Smart TV with premium channels and Netflix</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and 24-hour room service</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, jetted bathtub, and hydromassage showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free weekday newspaper, iron/ironing board, and desk; cribs (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries and energy-saving switches</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Executive Studio with Spa Bath

Sleeps 3 · 28 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

This studio has air conditioning, and sofa. Please note that when any of the rooms are booked for 3 guests, the additional guest is accommodated on a roll away bed.

Accessible Studio

Sleeps 2 · 28 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>301-sq-foot room, balcony/patio with pool views </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices) </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 50-inch Smart TV with premium channels and Netflix</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and 24-hour room service</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free weekday newspaper, iron/ironing board, and desk; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Wheelchair accessible</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries and energy-saving switches</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Studio Spa Kitchen

Sleeps 2 · 28 m² · Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Jetted bathtub

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p>301-sq-foot room with a balcony/patio </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices) </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 50-inch Smart TV with premium channels and Netflix</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchenette with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Pillowtop bed, premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, jetted bathtub </p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free weekday newspaper, iron/ironing board, and desk; cribs (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries and energy-saving switches</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool - seasonal
  • Pool cover
  • Swimming pool
  • Accessible parking
  • Private parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Snack bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
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  • Golf course
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Business center
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Broadcast Live sport events
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Designated smoking area
  • Dry cleaning
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Happy hour
  • Heating
  • Higher level toilet
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Key card access
  • Kid meals
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Packed lunches
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Smoke alarms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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66 Trafalgar Street, Nelson, NZ

Check-in
from 01:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say8.62889 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Great location+ Clean rooms+ Good value for money− Noise from nearby nightclub− Some quirky room decor might not appeal to everyone
Cleanliness8.2
Service8.8
Location9.0
Room Quality8.6
Amenities8.6
Value for Money8.4

Great location

8.0

Very comfortable bed. Good clean bathroom. Big tv with many channels. Good location, easy walk to shops.

− Everything else was satisfactory

Sigrid · NZ · 2026-07-24

Great stay

9.0

Great location and meal

− The room I had at first had had thin walls, think it was part of connecting rooms. Noisy neighbours , at the end of a long day and week. Was able to easily change to another room. - great staff assistance and help.

Venessa · NZ · 2026-07-24

Guest review

9.0

Room and bed were very comfortable, friendly staff and good location.

bertrand · FR · 2026-07-23

excellent

9.0
Cathy · NZ · 2026-07-23

Relaxing, great service and food. Will stay again.

10.0

We liked the location, enjoyed walking into town and going to the Saturday market Room was warm and comfortable, view of the river amazing. Restaurant meals amazing and very good service.

− Nothing, everything was outstanding

Lynne · NZ · 2026-07-22

Good to know

Please note there is a 4% charge when paying with American Express and a 2% charge when paying with all other Credit cards.

Please note for bookings of 4 or more rooms, different policies and procedures may apply. For further information please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Tides Hotel is a nonsmoking property.

When 2 single beds are selected a Housekeeping fee of $35.00 applies.

Children's Breakfast is not included in the Breakfast Included Rate - This rate is only valid for adults,

›Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

›Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

›Pets

Pets are not allowed.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 1 year old stay for NZD 35 per person per night when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 11 years old stay for NZD 35 per person per night when using an existing bed.

People no matter the age stay for NZD 35 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

›Parking

Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs NZD 15 per day.