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Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

3.0 star property
Waterfront hotel in Whangarei with indoor pool and restaurant

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Located in Riverside, Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre offers a serene escape with a garden and relaxing spa tub. Unwind at the bar, stay active in the gym or indoor pool, and enjoy free WiFi. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Hot tub
  • 24-hour room service
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free self parking
The current price is $111
$127 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 19 - Dec 20

Room options

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Marina View King - Balcony | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Marina View King - Balcony

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Electric kettle
  • 31 sq m
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Superior Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior King Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Marina View King - No Balcony | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Marina View King - No Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 31 sq m
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Marina View King Room No Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Marina View King Room With Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
9 Riverside Drive, Whangarei, 0112

What's nearby

  • Town Basin Marina - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hundertwasser Art Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Whangarei Art Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Claphams National Clock Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Reyburn House - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Oh My Pho - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dickens Inn - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Esquires - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Turkuaz Cafe - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

When visiting Whangarei, Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre is a great choice to consider. After visiting the fitness center for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. An indoor pool, a hot tub, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the room service and helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 115 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service

What to do

  • Pool table

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Fitness center
  • An indoor pool
  • Hot tub
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 35.00 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3.5 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 35.0 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International

Also known as

Kingsgate Hotel Whangarei
Kingsgate Whangarei
Distinction Whangarei Hotel
Distinction Whangarei
Distinction Whangarei Hotel Conference Centre
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre Hotel
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre Whangarei
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre Hotel Whangarei

Frequently asked questions

Does Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

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

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre?

Yes, there's free self parking.

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

You can check in starting at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre and nearby?

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre has an indoor pool and a hot tub, as well as a fitness center and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre like?

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre is in Riverside, a short 8-minute drive from Whangarei (WRE) and 5 minutes' walk from Hundertwasser Art Centre.

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