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Tides Hotel

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel in The Wood

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Terrace/patio
Studio Spa Kitchen | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, desk
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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, Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Trafalgar Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Nelson Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nelson (NSN)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Riverfront Studio Spa | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, desk

Riverfront Studio Spa

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, desk

Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Accessible Studio | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, desk

Accessible Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Spa - Twin | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, desk

Studio Spa - Twin

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Studio Spa Kitchen | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, desk

Studio Spa Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Studio Spa | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, desk

Executive Studio Spa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Studio Spa Shower | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, desk

Executive Studio Spa Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Spa Shower | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, desk

Studio Spa Shower

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Riverfront Studio Spa Shower | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, desk

Riverfront Studio Spa Shower

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Riverfront Studio Double Spa | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, desk

Riverfront Studio Double Spa

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

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Riverfront Executive Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, desk

Riverfront Executive Suite

  • 603 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Double Murphy Bed

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Riverfront First Floor Mezzanine Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, desk

Riverfront First Floor Mezzanine Suite

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

About the neighborhood

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 - 0.1 miles
  • Trafalgar Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Nelson Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Queens Gardens - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Christ Church Cathedral - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Two Thumb Brewing Co. - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪River Kitchen Nelson - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Tides - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tasty Tucker Bakery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Haroo Sushi - ‬5 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)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: NZD 14.50 to 37 for adults and NZD 10 to 16 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
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
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 35.0 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 14.50 to 37 for adults, and NZD 10.00 to 16.00 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 35.0 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.

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

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.

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 14.50 and 37 for adults, NZD 10.00 and 16.00 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 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: 11 PM.

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. 573 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 332 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Theo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Handy, nicely presented. Needs some better sound cancelling netween rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mirren

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kim

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rohit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice new clean room. Love the colours. Love the heated bathroom floor.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hamish

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dayveen

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

8/10 Good

Anthony, Takaka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time at this well updated accommodation. Interesting art work with something to look at where ever you turned. Delicious food with fantastic service. We will definitely be back. Great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Laurel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Loved the fun and colour décor.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly staff. Perfect location to town, only a 2 minute walk over the bridge to town. Easy route from the airport. Breakfast at the restaurant was good. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

todd

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Julie and Nigel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very handy to town and the theatre.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

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

10/10 Excellent

alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room service .Warm cozy Room .Great coffee
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Fern

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is great in almost every way, the price was very good. There were only 3 small things I didn't prefer : No elevator - you have to carry heavy bags up stairs. Thankfully there aren't too many stairs, but still, if you have 23kgs got international travel it's a little bit of a struggle on the two flights of stairs. Second, there was no parking, even on the street there was a tight spot on a strange angle and someone had almost sandwiched me in by parking too close. In the rain with suitcases it was a little tricky to have to park out on the street. The sink in the bathroom was at a strange angle (I didn't know it could be turned) and water came out over the back and ran down onto the shelf. Both times that I stayed, in both rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spacious, comfortable, well equiped, with super accommodating staff and in great location. This hotel is popular for a reason - it ticks all the boxes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Leon

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Won’t ever go back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the decor. Restaurant was great -good food and friendly,helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025