My first impression of the Rutherford Hotel was that it belonged in the 1980s. Let me just say this - there is an interior fountain in the lobby. I stayed for two, one night jaunts at the Rutherford Hotel. The first time I was there my room was rather old and needed updating. On my second visit, the room was... More

Spent 4 nights here while attending a reunion. This was our second stay at this hotel. I believe that the rooms had been refurbished since our last visit. The hotel is very conveniently located and a 1 min walk to shops and restaurants. The rooms are spacious and clean . Disappointments were no wifi Internet available. Was traveling with an... More

Our room was booked by our travel agent in the UK and they had done their homework well. Lovely hotel lobby, friendly reception staff and lovely room with view over the town. Wi-fi was free in the lobby (limited time daily), but it was no problem siting in the lovely lobby area. Restaurant was lovely but a bit cool due... More

I checked in at Rutherford on the 6th Feb early this year. As it was my first trip to New Zealand I ensured that I pre book my room 3 months ahead to avoid all this minor unexpected issues that is pretty norm for every hotel. I am a Sales & Marketing personal in Fiji in which I arranged everything... More

We enjoyed our 1 night here. Room was spacious and well appointed. Have been surprised all through New Zealand on the charge for the internet.

When making a reservation I had not realised that the town of Nelson would have such a well appointed hotel. The reception staff were very welcoming and helpful, letting us check-in well before midday. The rooms are quite large, very clean and comfortable. They do charge for parking but the valet service is free and very convenient.

We arrived very late at night after our original accommodation let us down - and were grateful for the friendly and prompt attention from the staff. The found a room for us, offered (not once, but twice) to help us with our baggage and parked the car. We had a beautifully spacious family room (king and single in one room;... More

The room was clean - we were on the 7th floor. The hotel is centrally located and very convenient to walking in the center of town. Can't get but a dozen channels on television compared to the 50+ at the Heritage hotel in Wellington. Also, have to pay to use the washer and dryer which we didn't have to do... More

I have chosen to stay at the rutherford every time I'm in Nelson now . It's rates are competitive and often the same or leas than other hotels It's clean x very friendly You can park on site x it's very close to town for the markets or shopping in nelsons funky shops It's close to Nelson girls if you... More