Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre

3.5 star property
3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Te Rapa

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Bar (on property)
Superior Family Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Aerial view
Standard King Room | Bar (on property)
Suite, King Bed | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
The price is $130
includes taxes & fees
$112 per night
Dec 22 - Dec 23

Explore the area

Map
100 Garnett Ave Te Rapa, Hamilton, 3200
  • Waterworld
    4 min walk
  • Waikato Stadium
    3 min drive
  • The Base
    4 min drive
  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    21 min drive

Room options

Standard Twin Room

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, King Bed

  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior King Room

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Triple Room

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Twin Room

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Family Room

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Hamilton

Te Rapa stay.With a stay at this Te Rapa hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Waterworld and 2 miles (3 km) of Waikato River. Prodrive Golf and Whitiora Bible Church are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Waikato Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Hamilton Centre Place - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • SkyCity Hamilton - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Globox Arena - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Waikato Hospital - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brewaucracy Brewery & Taproom - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Maharaji Food and Spices - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jukebox Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brown Lightning Bros. Raglan Roast. - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre

3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Te Rapa
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. A library, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at the eco-certified Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Hamilton hotel is smoke free.

  • 147 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre offers 147 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels.

This Hamilton hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, Malay

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (NZD 10 per 24-hour period)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 16 to 30 for adults and NZD 8 to 15 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 16 to 30 for adults, and NZD 8 to 15 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: NZD 10.00 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Hamilton Kingsgate
Hamilton Kingsgate Hotel
Kingsgate Hamilton
Kingsgate Hamilton Hotel
Kingsgate Hotel Hamilton
Distinction Hamilton Hotel
Distinction Hamilton
Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre Hotel
Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre Hamilton
Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre Hotel Hamilton

Frequently asked questions

How close is Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre to the airport?

Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre is 10.3 mi (21-min drive) away from the Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre?

As of Nov 22, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre on Dec 2, 2024 start from $122.23, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre.

Does Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between NZD 16 and 30 for adults, NZD 8 and 15 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but SkyCity Hamilton (5-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre have a pool?

Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre does not have a pool.

Does Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre have a restaurant?

Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre is home to Gamekeepers, which features local cuisine.

Does Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre to downtown Hamilton?

Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre is 2.1 mi away from Hamilton.

Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 524 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 223 out of 524 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 524 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 524 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 524 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Debra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean but very tired. Bath, sink and bathroom floor all very old. However bed was comfy, had all we needed for a one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Damien

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable
Staff were very helpful, the room was a good size but perhaps a little dated and a microwave in the room would have been useful. The bed was very comfortable and there was plenty of parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Torea

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here. The facilities and room was very clean. The beds were super comfortable. Overall a great place, and the staff were lovely. We’ll definitely be back. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Stacey

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Troy

Hotel was old and very expensive
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were helpful and friendly easy booking and check in and out. Buffet dinner would have been good to have another meat selection
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Kerry

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just loved the reception staff. Great the hours the kitchen is ooen. Catered for EVERYONE
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
large facility, good amount of parking - friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable and Warming
Very good hotel, bathroom shower joinery could do with a touch up. Very happy with comfortable beds, quiet, accessible location. The treadmill in the gym not working.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfy
Large room and nice bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary, Auckland

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location. Close to eateries, shops, waterworld. Very quiet which was great. Staff was awesome from check in to check out. Breakfast was spot on. We had everything and it was amazing. Definitely will be coming back with my family for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Autumn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Raewyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Comfort and Value
We were worried that road noise would keep us up however my husband and I both had the best night's sleep. Room was a bit dated but it was large and comfortable. Our room was also very clean. The breakfast in the morning is very good value. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

P M

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Kruger

Business traveler
Happy with my room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jean

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Buffet breakfast was good 👍 and the stuff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024