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7.2

1,160 reviews

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

9 Riverside Drive, Whangarei, 0112, New Zealand

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+1-833-728-2041

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Restaurant

Indoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

Welcome to the Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre, your gateway to an unforgettable stay in the heart of New Zealand! Nestled just a kilometer from the bustling city center, this charming 4-star hotel offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. With rates starting from just $124, you can treat yourself to a getaway that won't break the bank, all while enjoying views of the beautiful river from your room.

Dive into a world of relaxation with fantastic amenities! Take a refreshing dip in the indoor swimming pool or invigorate your senses in the fully-equipped fitness center, both complimentary for all guests. Savor delicious meals at the hotel's restaurant, where breakfast is always included to start your day on the right note. Among the myriad of services, you'll find free Wi-Fi, 24-hour room service, and even kids' meals – making it an ideal choice for families and solo travelers alike.

With over 1,160 glowing reviews, guests can't stop raving about their experiences at the Distinction Whangarei. You'll love the friendly 24-hour front desk service, ensuring your needs are always met, while the private parking and non-smoking rooms guarantee a relaxing stay. Whether you're here for a conference or a leisurely retreat, you'll find everything you need right at your fingertips, including meeting facilities available for an extra charge. Come and discover why the Distinction Whangarei is the perfect hotel for your next adventure!

As you venture into the Distinction Whangarei, prepare your taste buds for a culinary adventure at the Portobello Restaurant. With a charm that embraces traditional vibes mixed with international flair, this onsite eatery serves delectable dishes that cater to every palate. Start your day with a hearty breakfast buffet that fuels your adventures or wind down in the evening, indulging in exquisite meals that showcase local ingredients and influences from around the globe. Whether you're in the mood for a light snack or a fine dining experience, Portobello ensures that every meal is a treat!

And that’s not all—the Distinction Whangarei is teeming with spaces to unwind and recharge. Dive into the indoor swimming pool, perfect for a refreshing swim regardless of the season. Designed with a shallow end, it’s perfect for families and individuals alike who want to splash around without a care in the world. When you’re not poolside, hit up the fitness center where you can break a sweat and glad your gym routine doesn't have to be neglected while traveling. Just imagine leisurely laps in that inviting pool followed by a satisfying workout—now that's the way to enjoy a holiday!

As your escapade at the Distinction Whangarei draws near, you'll want to unravel more of what Whangarei has to offer. Step out and explore the vibrant city center or embark on a scenic adventure to its stunning natural landscapes. With family-friendly accommodations and plenty of facilities that cater to both work and play, this hotel is more than just a place to lay your head; it’s a launchpad for memories waiting to be made! So charge your cameras and your spirits, because at the Distinction Whangarei, the warm hospitality is only rivaled by the delightful experiences that await outside its doors.

Closest airports

Whangarei Airport

3.8mi

Kerikeri Airport

39.5mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Indoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

River view

Kids' meals

Balcony

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Rooms

Marina View King without Balcony in Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

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Room With Marina View

1 Queen Size Bed

355 sqft

River view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

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The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

Superior Twin Room in Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

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Superior, 2 Queen

2 Double Beds

235 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Shower

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Superior Twin Room is 237 square feet and includes 2 queen-size beds 150-154 width plus desk, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities , and ironing set and is Wheelchair-accessible.

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Superior, King, Marina View

1 King Size Bed

355 sqft

Minibar

Wheelchair accessible

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Superior King Marina View is 355 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width plus desk, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities , and ironing set and is Wheelchair-accessible.

Junior Suite in Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

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Junior Suite

1 Queen Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

450 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Shower

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Junior Suite Standard

Superior King Room in Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

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Superior, King

1 Queen Size Bed

235 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

Shower

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Superior King Room - Non-Smoking

Marina View King with Balcony in Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

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King Room, Marina View, Balcony

1 King Size Bed

355 sqft

River view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Bathtub

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Superior, 2 Twin

2 Twin Beds

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Superior Twin Room

Room With View

1 King Size Bed

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Views

Superior

1 Twin Bed

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Superior

Superior, Marina View, Balcony

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Run of House

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Room Run Of House

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Junior Suite Deluxe

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Guest reviews

7.2

1,160 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Dakota

9.1

January 2024

The rooms were nice and clean and the beds were quite comfy. Good location, only a short drive into the main shopping village and all it had to offer.

The staff were beyond nice. Particularly the lady who was manning the buffet breakfast during our stay at the receptionist with what I'm trying to recall after this time was black curly hair (I apologise if I've gotten this wrong), those two ladies were very hospitable and had a lovely energy about them. I will however point out that the young lady who was on the evening we checked in, had bit of an attitude, this was only forgiven as the other staff we encountered were so accommodating, possibly something that may need monitoring or further training on. Another note would be to maybe install another washer and dryer for the volume of rooms there are.

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Cathy

8.2

October 2023

Clean room, good to have a restaurant on site, nice friendly staff. Great location opposite a lovely location and close to town and the supermarket.

The only thing I didn't like about the Distinction was the rooms were not sound proofed. I got very little sleep over the four nights I stayed at the hotel. If you had your TV on and the room next door had their TV on you could hear everything from the other room, it was terrible. You could hear people on the phone talking, people talking at all hours of the night. I complained and the night staff told the people in the room to turn down their TV, at 3:30 am after listening to sport for hours! If there were rooms above you, I could also hear when people got up and walked around..

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Cheryl

9.1

May 2023

We liked the location close to town. Any staff we spoke to were very polite, kind and helpful. The room was good but the curtains were not great, and the view out the window was not good, and at least the lawns could have been mowed! Otherwise everything was good.

The curtains were not good. The lawns outside the window could have been mowed. The hotel itself is good but badly in need of a complete renovation. But still worth considering a stay as there are still a lot of good things going on, our room had been renovated, and the location was really, really good.

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Eveleen

8.2

September 2022

The room, bed and cleanliness were excellent but … (next paragraph) We loved the location and balcony room with marina view but we certainly paid the extra to get that. Good sized room! Good selection of tea and coffee etc! Location to the good restaurants in Whangarei were a plus, walking distance. Staff friendly on arrival and check out.

The sink and bath in bathroom were badly stained. Certainly sink needs to be replaced or stain sorted. Only one chair on balcony with table. Generally there would be two people staying as in our case. Didn’t have time to explore other facilities as we were only there for one night. Overall place not flash but certainly looks clean, tidy and of a good standard.

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Scott

9.1

September 2022

- Large room - Tidy and cozy - Restaurant service and food very nice - Improvements seen Stayed here quite a few times over years , totally enjoyed our stay this time , Room has everything in its place, power plugs in easy location, TV is abit dated but has good range of Sky channels , Bathroom is great with spa bath and shower. Restaurant Staff were exceptional , very helpful and kind , Restaurant manager bought baby chair out to us for our 1 year old and she specially cleaned it in front of us with wet wipes and wiped Olivia's hands to reduce risks very thoughtful and appreciated , food was very nice and larger then expected servings. Parking good Reception lady on Sunday morning very nice and helpful, asked if they could allow late checkout I was expecting til 11am and she offered til 12pm lunch time Very nice allowed me to rest

The only thing that could be improved is the customer service and friendless of the reception girl on Saturday, Seems like she really doesn't like her job and tries to ignore you , not helpful. Minor upgrades could still be done to improve customer experience, overall the place is alot better then previously, I see they are doing upgrades slowly and this is great we will stay again. Bed was nice and large but slightly painful on hip ...possibly could be upgraded in future

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Maria

8.2

January 2024

Great location central to city and eating places. We had booked a double room for 3 people and were pleasantly surprised they put us in a triple room. Beds were lovely and comfy room was spacious with lots of storage and a bath!!

Rooms have been refurbished, the hall way carpet and surroundings could do with a face lift too. Overall great stay and friendly staff

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Jasmine

8.2

October 2023

The breakfast and room service was great. Coming back again to have the breakfast! The room was cozy and modern. The bed was very comfortable. We missed the gym and pool but was good that they have them!

The bathroom didn't feel very modern. The shower felt small. Our window looked out to the back of the section which was quite overgrown and needed a mow.

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Aimee

10

April 2023

very modern in the room, honestly very comfortable and just everything was so beautiful I didn’t wanna leave and you had nearly everything there, also lovely costumer service from the ladies. also very close to everything

not much just wish there was a microwave and something to maybe cook your food if you buy stuff. also have a little outside patio to sit privately but apart from that everything was good.

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John

8.2

January 2024

Location is hard to beat being so close to the Town Basin precinct. Good room, everything in good condition. Noted the in-house dining and pool (didn't use this time).

Room rate is at the higher end of expectations.

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Martine

8.2

January 2023

The new renovations were a nice suprise, pool and spa are always a bonus and as per usual plenty of parking

I felt like the big free standing wardrobe in the family room was a bit unesasary and maybe a couch, built in bench seat or even a bigger table with more seats would be more functional seeing as it was a family room but yet only had 2 chairs? And maybe a ceiling fan in the rooms that don't have aircon

Points of Interest Around Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

Attractions

Whangarei Falls

2.7mi

Kauri Museum

29.2mi

Restaurants

Portobello Restaurant

Cuisines

  • International

Ambiances

  • Traditional

Pools

Location

  • Indoor

Features

  • Shallow end

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

Restaurant

Indoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Parking On Site

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

River view

Kids' meals

Balcony

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Stay rules - Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

What are the check-in and check-out times at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre?

For those planning to reside at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre, the doors open for check-in at 02:00 PM and it's time to say goodbye by 10:00 AM.

Does Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre come with parking?

Yes, there is free private on-site parking available at the Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre. No parking reservation is required.

What are the rates at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre?

For stays at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre, prices generally start at $124. However, your final rate might differ due to room types and date selections. To know the exact cost, specify your dates.

What types of rooms does Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre offer?

The Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre offers a variety of room types. These include the Marina View King with Balcony, Superior King Room, Junior Suite, Superior Twin Room, and Marina View King without Balcony. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The occupancy ranges from 2 adults with no children to 4 adults and 2 children. The bed sizes vary from King size to Queen size, with some rooms offering multiple beds.

How can guests spend their time at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre?

Guests at the Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre can spend their time enjoying a range of leisure amenities. They can start by taking a dip in the indoor swimming pool, which is available all year round. This pool also features a shallow end, making it suitable for guests of all ages. For those looking to relax, there is a hot tub or jacuzzi available.

If guests are in the mood for some physical activity, they can visit the fitness center to work out or grab some drinks at the bar afterwards. There is also a pool table for guests to enjoy some friendly competition.

When it's time to dine, guests can visit the on-site restaurant, Portobello Restaurant. It offers a traditional ambiance and serves a variety of international cuisines. Overall, guests at the hotel have several options to make their stay enjoyable and memorable.

Is there a swimming pool at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre?

The Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre has an indoor pool that is available all year round. The pool features a shallow end.

Is there an in-house restaurant at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre?

Yes, the Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre has a restaurant on site. The restaurant is called Portobello Restaurant and it offers traditional ambiances and serves international cuisine.

Can I use my credit card at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre?

Yes, you can use your credit card at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre. They accept Mastercard, American Express, JCB, and Visa. Additionally, they also accept payment in cash.