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Nelson’s premier conference hotel

Are you looking for the perfect setting for your next conference or event? Consider Rutherford Hotel Nelson.

Nelson is renowned for its stunning landscapes and vibrant culture, making it an ideal destination for conferences, weddings, and private functions.

We are committed to ensuring the success of your event, regardless of its size or nature. We believe in flexibility, and our dedicated team will go above and beyond to meet your every need.

Please enquire today for more information.

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Maitai Catering

Conference rooms

Maitai

Natural Light: Bright and inviting atmosphere
Adjoining Outdoor Courtyard: Perfect for breaks or informal mingling
Built-in Projector Screen: Seamless presentations with in-room AV setup
Two Separate Foyers: Ideal for registration, catering, or networking
Flexible Layouts: Suitable for banquets, trade events, or multi-day conferences

Maitai 2

Flexible Layouts: Configured to suit specific event requirements, from day conferences to trade, catering, or private functions
Natural Light: Bright and energizing atmosphere with large windows
Private Pre-Function Area: Ideal for registration, catering, or networking
Built-in Projector Screen: Seamless presentations with in-room AV setup

Maitai 1

Natural Light: Designed to allow ample natural light, creating a pleasant environment for attendees
Adjoining Outdoor Courtyard: Perfect for breaks or informal mingling
Flexible Layouts: Configured to suit specific event requirements and setup styles
Built-in Projector Screen: Seamless presentations with in-room AV setup

Riwaka

Natural Light: Bright and inviting atmosphere
Flexible Use: Can be configured for conferences, meetings, catered events, or exhibition space
Ground Floor Accessibility: Conveniently located on the ground floor with easy access
Pre-Function Area: Ideal for registration, catering, or networking
 

Waimea / Wairau

Natural Light: Bright and inviting atmosphere
Flexible Layouts: Configured to suit specific event requirements and setup styles
Seamless Accessibility: Located on the second floor with easy access via elevators or stairs
Pre-Function Area: Ideal for registration, catering, or networking
 

Waimea

Atmosphere: Bright and spacious setting
Flexible Layouts: Configured to suit specific event requirements and setup styles
Seamless Accessibility: Located on the second floor with easy access via elevators or stairs
Pre-Function Area: Ideal for registration, catering, or networking

Wairau

Natural Light: Bright and inviting atmosphere
Flexible Use: Perfect for small meetings or breakout space
Pre-Function Area: Ideal for registration, catering, or networking

Heaphy

Natural Light: Designed to allow ample natural light, creating a pleasant environment for attendees
Flexible Layouts: Configured to suit your event needs, from boardroom meetings and training sessions to breakout spaces and private dinners
Seamless Accessibility: Located on the second floor with easy access via elevators or stairs

Venue Capacity

Maximum numbers without audio visual and additional furnishings.

Conference facilities

Modern AV equipment

Modern AV equipment

Well-equipped business centre

Well-equipped business centre

Flexible room layouts

Flexible room layouts

On-site coordination

On-site coordination

Conference facilities

Sufficient on-site parking including EV charging

Sufficient on-site parking including EV charging

Wireless broadband connectivity

Wireless broadband connectivity

Capacity for up to 700 people.

Capacity for up to 700 people.

Custom catering menus

Custom catering menus

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