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Tides Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in Nelson, New Zealand.

Tides Hotel

NelsonNelson Region, New Zealand

Tides Hotel sits 15 minutes from Nelson Airport (NSN) and offers 47 rooms across 19 configurations, from Studios for two to Riverfront Executive Suites and Mezzanine Suites sleeping up to four.

About the venue

Tides Hotel sits 15 minutes from Nelson Airport (NSN) and offers 47 rooms across 19 configurations, from Studios for two to Riverfront Executive Suites and Mezzanine Suites sleeping up to four.

The hotel has an indoor meeting and banquet space for your reception, in-house catering, a bar on site, a pool and on-site parking for guests arriving by car.

A Functions Co-ordinator works with couples directly, so planning is handled by the same team that runs the day.

  • 47 rooms, including Riverfront Executive Suites and Mezzanine Suites that sleep up to 4
  • Indoor meeting and banquet space for seated receptions
  • In-house catering and an on-site bar
  • On-site Functions Co-ordinator as your events contact

Short answers

Can guests stay at Tides Hotel?
Yes. 47 rooms.
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How do guests get to Tides Hotel?
Fly into NSN, about 15 min by car.
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Staying over

Rooms
47 rooms
Room types
19 listed

Services

Coordinator on the day
Yes

The place

Swimming pool
Yes

Getting there

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Nearest airport
NSN, 15 min by car
Parking
Yes
Phone
03 548 7049
Answered by the venue in local hours.

Reviews of Tides Hotel

“We ate at the Tides several nights and every night the food did not disappoint! Beautiful presentation and just delicious. The staff was just so friendly and you get a fantastic view of the river if you sit outside.”

Christelle MillerOn Google

4.3out of 5, from 713 Google reviews

Questions about the venue

Where a number is our estimate, we say so.

How far is Tides Hotel from the airport?
The transfer from Nelson Airport (NSN) takes 15 minutes.
Can our guests stay on site?
Yes. The hotel has 47 rooms across 19 room types, ranging from Studios for two guests up to Riverfront Executive, Mezzanine and One-Bedroom Suites for four.
Is there an indoor space for the reception?
Yes, the hotel has an indoor meeting and banquet space available for receptions.
Do we need to bring in outside catering?
No. Catering is provided in-house and there is a bar on site.
Who do we contact about a wedding?
The venue's Functions Co-ordinator can be reached on +64 3 548 7049 or at enquiries@tideshotel.co.nz.

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Sources for individual venue facts

  • Rooms: 47 rooms

    “Nelson's Tides Hotel has 47 rooms, many with Maitai River, poolside or Nelson city views and private balconies.”
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  • Room types: 19 listed

    “Studio”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “We offer an irresistible blend of stylish, contemporary decor, delicious cuisine, and a menu that can be effortlessly customised to your dining requirements all managed by our highly accomplished and experienced Functions Co-ordinator.”
    Read the source for in-house catering

  • Bar on site: Yes

    “Tides Hotel is Nelson’s central-city hotel, conference centre, bar & eatery – right on the Maitai river and just a few minutes walk from Nelson’s main shopping precinct.”
    Read the source for bar on site

  • Nearest airport: NSN, 15 min by car

    “NSN”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “On-site parking is available.”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “A wedding breakfast, an anniversary dinner, a birthday or family celebration, Tides Hotel Nelson is the ideal venue.”
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  • Swimming pool: Yes

    “With stylish accommodation, a heated pool, conference and wedding spaces, and an award-winning eatery that stands confidently on its own, Tides Hotel delivers the perfect balance of city convenience and laid-back Nelson charm.”
    Read the source for swimming pool

  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “We offer an irresistible blend of stylish, contemporary decor, delicious cuisine, and a menu that can be effortlessly customised to your dining requirements all managed by our highly accomplished and experienced Functions Co-ordinator.”
    Read the source for coordinator on the day

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