Children allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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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 non-smoking property.

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

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

Property Policies

  • 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.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 2617 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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Uwe • couple • de
6
2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Keith • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Nice helpful staff

Cons:

Breakfast not all that.

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Mike • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great place to stay and enjoy Nelson….highly recommended
Pros:

Great location,good price, great staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Gail • couple • gb
8
Handy location for city centre and good priced food and drink
Pros:

Lovely location. Quite a funky place which seemed to be busy with local people eating there too.

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Judy • couple • ca
10
Pros:

Excellent

2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Tamara • couple • nz
8
Pros:

The location it's perfect if you want to do something in town. Breakfast delicious. Facilities 10 of 10

Cons:

The fridge didn't work, so we don't have any cold water and we didn't risk tasting the milk.

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • au
8
Pros:

Very comfortable room in a great location with a fab restaurant and bar

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Deanna Waihaki • couple • nz
5
2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Maia • family_with_children • au
10
Great food, great people, highly recommend
Pros:

Funky hotel close to all the attractions. Great food and amazing staff

Cons:

NA

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Adelheid • couple • de
9
Pros:

Zimmer mit Blick zum Fluss war sehr schön

2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Philip • couple • gb
9
Nice 2 night stay
Pros:

Fairly central comfortable room
Nice dining facilities

Cons:

NA

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Chris • extended_group • gb
9
A great location to walk into town.
Pros:

A lovely location right on the river. The restaurant meals we had were fabulous and the staff were super friendly and very helpful. Loved the funky artworks.

Cons:

Our outdoor space overlooked the carpark. A few plants to screen it would have been nice. Also had to park on road as carpark was full.

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Doug • couple • us
10
Pros:

Breakfast was perfect the first morning It was not as good when the rotary club was having a breakfast meeting the next day

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Graeme • couple • nz
9
Great stay
Pros:

Great location. Quirky interior design. Very comfy and modern

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Semingslay • couple • nz
7
Pros:

The rooms, restaurant and the lobby areas are very well designed. A great deal of work and effort was put into the interior decoration of the hotel. The staff is very courteous and friendly.

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Burda • solo_traveller • us
9
Great location, friendly staff.
Pros:

I'd originally booked at a different hotel and was really disappointed. I found the Tides, booked with them. They contacted me and had me checked in by noon. Excellent service.

Cons:

I didn't really have any complaints.

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Grant • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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ian • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Renate • couple • de
10
Außergewöhnliches Hotel
Pros:

Sehr liebevoll eingerichtet und komfortabel. Super sauber. Beste Lage. Parkplatz vorm Haus.
Sehr nettes Personal das sehr freundlich Auskunft gibt.
Nächster Supermarkt gleich hinter dem Haus.

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Jason • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-01-27 • via Nuitee