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A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.
A hotel room with a bed, a tray with breakfast items, a lamp, and a floral wall.
A room with a large window overlooking a pool and greenery. There is a table and chairs outside the window.
A person dining at a table with a view of the sky and buildings.
An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a hillside with buildings.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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66 Trafalgar Street, Nelson, 7010
  • Place, Trafalgar Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Nelson Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Christ Church Cathedral
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Riverfront Studio Spa

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
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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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 WiFi

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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 WiFi

View all photos for Studio Spa Kitchen

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 WiFi

View all photos for Executive Studio Spa

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
(14 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Studio Spa Shower

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 WiFi

View all photos for Studio Spa Shower

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
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Riverfront Studio Double Spa

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
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Riverfront Executive Suite

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
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio

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

Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Nelson

Seaside stay .A stay at this The Wood hotel places you steps from Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre and within a 5-minute walk of Trafalgar Park. Anzac Park and Montgomery Square are also within half a mile (1 km).

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
  • ‪Bobby Franks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Prince Albert - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Victus Coffee & Eatery - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Tides Hotel

4.5-star luxury hotel in The Wood
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 center 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.

  • 1 building
  • 47 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1964
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Tides Hotel offers 47 accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottled 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 hair dryers.

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 phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

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 transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Uncovered self parking on site (NZD 20 per night)
  • 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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

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 available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 per night.

Property payment types

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 percent

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

You need to know

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, 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

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

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Tides Hotel to the airport?

Tides Hotel is 5.2 mi (10-min drive) away from the Nelson (NSN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tides Hotel?

As of Aug 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tides Hotel on Aug 30, 2026 start from CA $79, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Tides Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Tides Hotel.

How close is Tides Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 2.8 mi (7-min drive) from Tahunanui Beach Reserve.

Does Tides Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Tides Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between NZD 12.00 and 27.00 for adults, NZD 12.00 and 18.00 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Tides Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Tides Hotel?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Tides Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for NZD 20.00 per night.

Does Tides Hotel have a pool?

Tides Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does Tides Hotel have a restaurant?

Tides Hotel is home to Tides Restaurant.Bar, which features al fresco dining, happy hour, and light fare.

Does Tides Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Tides Hotel to downtown Nelson?

Tides Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Nelson.

Tides Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 604 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 318 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1012 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel & NZ owned 👌
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was clean and tidy staff wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jolene

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

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to central city area, good parking,
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small ,but very well appointed
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, but noisy rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Garth

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

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 review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Niamh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulously decorated hotel and room. Lovely balcony. Restaurant was busy but we didn't use it so cant comment on food. Easy walk to other dining option. Sadly it was cheaper to book on expedia rather than direct with hotel. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

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 review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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 review

8/10 Good

Pieter

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

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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 review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great place to stay easy walking into town
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024