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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Christine • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

It is in a lovely location with a nice balcony over the river close to where I live. Walking distance to shops, restaurants. I enjoyed a delicious meal in their restaurant 😋 Was great having the car park .Loved the spa bath 😍

Cons:

Cant think of anything

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Tamara • couple • nz
8
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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david • couple • nz
8
Lovely stay would return
Pros:

Lovely ambience and the food was good and staff amazing.

Cons:

A little noisy from street .and not central for walking

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Ene • family_with_children • nz
10
Love the place would definitely be back to stay more
Pros:

I love the bath and how well the rooms presented

Cons:

Just the noisey neighbors who came home at 3am

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Miisa • couple • fi
10
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Mike • couple • nz
8
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Mike • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Jeannie • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

Fun decor. Helpful, pleasant staff, restaurant by the river.

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Kent • solo_traveller • nz
8
Pros:

Location, staff, shower and the room in general

Cons:

Sky TV (none of the channels worked and the other content is crap), bathroom basin mixer very noisy.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Anna • family_with_children • nz
9
Pros:

The breakfast was lovely

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Heather • solo_traveller • nz
9
Very enjoyable and relaxing
Pros:

Riverside location
Proximity to town
Great staff (bar 1!)

Cons:

Cupboard space to put clothes in
Bigger fridge

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
B
Bessie • couple • nz
10
2026-09-20 • via Nuitee
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edison • couple • nz
10
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • nz
7
Basic facilities, warm room and comfortable bed. Convenient to have a restaurant on site.
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Deirdre • couple • nz
9
Really nice
Pros:

Had a meal

Cons:

The meal was slightly undercooked

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Hayley • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Kim • solo_traveller • nz
6
Comfortable
Pros:

Staff were friendly and the bed was very confortable

Cons:

All the colours in the room were a bit too much
Also the TV kept stopping, I called reception and when they came it started then went off again so that was disappointing after a long day.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Adam • couple • nz
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Jade • couple • au
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee