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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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Courtyard
Indoor pool
Marina View King - No Balcony | Water view
Front of property
Marina View King - Balcony | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

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
$97 nightly
The total price is $114
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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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
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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

Superior Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Laptop-compatible safe
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 334 sq ft
  • Marina view
  • 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
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Cable channels
  • 334 sq ft
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Superior King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Laptop-compatible safe
  • 237 sq ft
  • 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

Marina View King Room No Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

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

Junior Suite

  • 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 With Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

King Room With View

  • 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
  • Whangarei Art Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Claphams National Clock Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Northland Event Centre - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Whangarei Quarry Gardens - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The QUAY - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jovial Judge - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Turkuaz Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Aqua Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Astro Boy - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

Enjoy your visit to Whangarei with a stay at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre. 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
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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 6 minutes' walk from Town Basin Marina.

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Reviews

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.2

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful

Wonderful welcoming reception staff, perfect location overlooking the harbour, clean, comfy, quiet room and delicious food served in the restaurant in the evening.
chris, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location by the Whangarei basin. Quick check in and indoor pool and spa is great.
Raymond, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

See you again soon.

As always your restaurant team were amazing. Thanks again
Rebecca, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place

at a local wedding, perfect and close walk to town
Chris, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Handy to town centre. Friendly staff. Great parking
Anne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good place to rest up

Nice breakfast and rooms Good easy parking and close to the Town waterfront restaurants
kevin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy access to Whangarei. Love the pool and spa. Makes for a great weekend away.
Venessa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

In the two days saty - it met all my needs
Bill, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Teana at reception was a gem. Nothing was a problem and her warmth and customer service at the end of a shift was exceptional. That girl will go far!
Antonia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfy beds
james, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

It was a good tidy place to crash in. Walkable distance to restaurants on a fine day. Very old property, but refurbished room. No sky tv
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was nice, clean, bed comfy, tap in bathroom leaked, hallways spelt like smelly feet. Lady at front desk very friendly and helpful.
Andrea, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay with great air conditioning
Hawaiki, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Handy location in Whangarei

Very happy with our choice to stay at The Distinction. An older property but the benefit of that is spacious rooms. A bonus was a spa bath and separate shower in a large bathroom. Great to have the balcony overlooking the Marina. Friendly staff. Free parking. Very happy
Heather, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Good stay, repeat customer
Mathew, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Nice room but thin walls and small shower for a superior room
Tainui, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice secure property
Gerard, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were nice, beds were comfortable and staff were so friendly.
Kia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

One of the best place I have stayed and enjoyed
Robert, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, waterfront, harbour views, bar and restaurant, breakfast included, large rooms, quiet, comfortable bed.
Julia, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Good spot and close to shops and restaurants. Bed wasn’t very comfortable and the hotel doesn’t have a lift so had to carry a lot up two flights of stairs.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pleasant staff
Veisinia, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Enjoyed my stay and very central to the township. Staff were lovely.
Norie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice will definitely be back
Tammy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great views of the marina
Norie, 2-night trip