Rutherford

The best hotel in the city, it was purpose built to cater for lesiure travellers and is ideal for those wanting to explore the City and the nearby famous and beautiful Abel Tasman national park. For those wanting a more relaxing time the hotels swimming pool and health centre offer a more pampered stay. The hotel has introduced a complete non smoking policy in all rooms and public areas. SE0308 Location Centrally located a few minutes walk to all the restaurants and shops in the city centre. Distance 10 kms to the nearest airport (nelson airport) 5 minute walk to the nearest bus stop 15 km to the nearest beach Rooms Large well appointed rooms with the ameneties one would expect from a four star hotel. Executive rooms feature hairdryers, luxury bathrobes, iron & ironing board, tea & coffee making facilities, mini bar, telephone, connection compatibility for laptops. All rooms are non smoking. Restaurant There are three main restaurants and a bar. There is the seafood restaurant Oceano, the Japanese restaurant, Miyazu and the Rutherford cafe and bar. The port o call bar is a nautically themed place to relax. Exterior A nine storey 1970's building in concrete and glass. Lobby A large and grand lobby with a large reception desk and an impressive sweeping central staircase. There is also a retail outlet of the world famous Hoglund Glass company adjacent to the lobby.