Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean rooms
Good value for money
Cons:
Noise from nearby nightclub
Some quirky room decor might not appeal to everyone

Categories

Cleanliness
8.19
General cleanliness was often noted positively, but some reviews mentioned noise issues affecting the experience.
Service
8.77
Staff were described as friendly and attentive, enhancing the overall experience at the hotel.
Location
9.01
The hotel's location near the river and town center was frequently praised.
Room Quality
8.55
Rooms were generally reported as clean and well-equipped, though some decor was considered quirky.
Amenities
8.58
Amenities were noted positively, but some guests desired more information on available facilities.
Value for Money
8.45
Guests felt that the quality of the hotel justified its pricing.
Food and Beverage
8.69
Breakfast and restaurant options received favorable mentions for quality.
Overall Experience
8.56
Overall reviews indicate high satisfaction, with a strong desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-27 17:13

Property Description

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.

Important information:

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,
When booking this rate for adults plus a child, vouchers will only be given for the adult's breakfast, any breakfast meals for children are to be purchased separately.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Swimming pool: Closed from Wed, Jun 10, 2026 until Sat, Oct 31, 2026
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: NSN

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 2960 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.19
Service: 8.77
Location: 9.01
Room Quality: 8.55
Amenities: 8.58
Value for Money: 8.45
Food and Beverage: 8.69
Overall Experience: 8.56
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Stacey • solo_traveller • au
7
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Bronwyn • couple • au
8
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Adam • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Larissa • couple • nz
10
Lovely hotel with lovely people! Thank you
Pros:

Everything was perfect! Thanks Tides hotel for our wonderful stay!

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Upashna • couple • nz
10
Great hotel for a great price.
Pros:

The room was so lovely and quite spacious. We had a balcony area looking over the Maitai river too. Everything was neat and tidy and really well organized. The bathroom was lovely with both a spa and a shower too.

Cons:

The TV in the bedroom was only live TV rather than being able to connect to Netflix ect but the main TV was a smart TV.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Mike • couple • nz
9
Loved staying at the Tides, well presented hotel with a graet atmosphere, very helpful and friendly staff.
Pros:

Great location, love the decor.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Simi • solo_traveller • nz
7
Staff were not at all pleasant .
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Picture and the rooms with river views are not that great it’s not as seen here on the pic as the river mostly are dry

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Mike • couple • nz
10
Great value hotel.
Pros:

Very clean, nice position great value, friendly staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Joel • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Annette • solo_traveller • nz
10
Perfect Spot for Overnight travel
Pros:

Returning Guest. Love everything about the place.

Cons:

NA

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Vivienne • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Haide • couple • nz
9
Pros:

Funky, clean and reasonably priced

Cons:

Parking a little bit tight but to be fair I have a large vehicle

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Kayla • solo_traveller • nz
6
Pros:

Very handy location

Cons:

I didn't know you needed to pre book your car. I had to park out on the street.
The water from the shower went all over the floor

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Stevens • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

Everything

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Philippa • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Delwyn • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Max • solo_traveller • nz
9
Relaxing stay quiet, good meals not to over priced - something for everyone
Pros:

Nice comfortable room and bed

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Annie • couple • au
10
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Ashley • couple • nz
6
Good for a short stay
Pros:

Close to town

Cons:

Very expensive restaurant onsite and the noise from other people’s showers and bathrooms was really loud in our room which was annoying.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee