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Distinction Whangarei Hotels and Conference Centre

Northland Region · New Zealand

Riverside Drive, 9View location

8.0/10Excellent658 Reviews
Cleanliness8.0/108.0
Service8.6/108.6
Comfort7.6/107.6
Condition7.2/107.2
Location8.0/108.0
Neighborhood8.6/108.6
Amenities7.8/107.8
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About Distinction Whangarei Hotels and Conference Centre

Stop at Distinction Whangarei Hotels and Conference Centre to discover the wonders of Whangarei. Both business travelers and tourists can enjoy the hotel's facilities and services. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms, restaurant, dry cleaning, coffee shop are just some of the facilities on offer.

Television LCD/plasma screen, linens, towels, smoke detector, internet access – wireless can be found in selected guestrooms. The hotel offers various recreational opportunities. A welcoming atmosphere and excellent service are what you can expect during your stay at Distinction Whangarei Hotels and Conference Centre.

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A stay at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre places you in the heart of Whangarei, steps from Town Basin Marina and 6 minutes by foot from Hundertwasser Art Centre. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Claphams Clock Museum and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Mair Park.

Make yourself at home in one of the 115 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Gym
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:30 PM
Check-in until Anytime
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No elevators Professional property host/manager Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing Property does not require health documentation at check-in Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • 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
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 35.00 per person
    • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35.0 per night
    • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Hundertwasser Art Centre 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Town Basin Marina 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Claphams Clock Museum 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Whangarei Art Museum 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Claphams National Clock Museum 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Mair Park 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Reyburn House 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Tuatara Gallery 1 km / 0.6 mi
Old Library Arts Centre 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Botanica & Cafler Park 1.6 km / 1 mi
Quarry Arts Centre 1.6 km / 1 mi
Semenoff Stadium 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Whangarei Quarry Gardens 3 km / 1.8 mi
A. H. Reed Memorial Kauri Park 4.5 km / 2.8 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 115
  • hotel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • Key Collection
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Mobile phone coverage
  • Wi-fiExtra charge
  • Car hireExtra charge
  • Room serviceExtra charge
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  • Laundry serviceExtra charge
  • Babysitting service
  • Bellboy serviceExtra charge
  • Smoke detector
  • Hotel safe
  • Lift accessExtra charge
  • Garden
  • Concierge
  • Gym
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Towels and bed linen
  • Bar
  • Restaurant: 1
  • Non-smoking area
  • Breakfast room
  • Conference room
  • Meeting room
  • Business centre
  • Indoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub
  • Spa centre
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast a la carte
  • À la carte dinner
  • Non-smoking establishmentExtra charge
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • FitnessExtra charge
  • Billiards
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

Upon availability

Room types

These are the hotel's room types, rather than live offers. Choose your travel dates to see available rooms, prices and booking conditions. Check availability

  • Room RUN OF HOUSERoom • RUN OF HOUSEROO.RO

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    Distinction Whangarei Hotels and Conference Centre

    Room RUN OF HOUSE

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    RUN OF HOUSE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.RO

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIORDOUBLE • SUPERIORDBL.SU

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.SU

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH VIEWSDOUBLE • SUPERIOR WITH VIEWS • 33 m²DBL.SU-WV
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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH VIEWS

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    2 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    33 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR WITH VIEWS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.SU-WV

    Room amenities

    • Hairdryer
    • Housekeeping
    • Desk
    • Alarm clock
    • Wake-up service
    • Wi-fi
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Carpeted floors
    • Ironing set
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Minibar

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE WITH VIEWSDOUBLE • WITH VIEWS • 31 m²DBL.WV
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    DOUBLE WITH VIEWS

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    1 photo

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    31 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    WITH VIEWS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.WV

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR KING BEDDOUBLE • SUPERIOR KING BED • 1 Bedroom • 33 m²DBL.KG-SU
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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR KING BED

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    3 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    33 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR KING BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.KG-SU

    Room amenities

    • Bathtub: 1
    • Hairdryer
    • TV
    • Minibar
    • Fridge
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Ironing set
    • Carpeted floors
    • Individually adjustable heating
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Wi-fi
    • Wake-up service
    • Housekeeping
    • Desk
    • Alarm clock
    • Shower: 1

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • JUNIOR SUITE THREE BEDSJUNIOR SUITE • THREE BEDSJSU.3B

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    JUNIOR SUITE THREE BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    JUNIOR SUITE
    View / characteristic
    THREE BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: JSU.3B

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  • Double or Twin MARINA VIEWDouble or Twin • MARINA VIEWDBT.MV

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    Distinction Whangarei Hotels and Conference Centre

    Double or Twin MARINA VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    MARINA VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.MV

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE WITH VIEWSDOUBLE • WITH VIEWS • 1 Bedroom • 33 m²DBL.WV-1
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    DOUBLE WITH VIEWS

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    4 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    33 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    WITH VIEWS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.WV-1

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH BALCONYDOUBLE • SUPERIOR WITH BALCONYDBL.BL-SU

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH BALCONY

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR WITH BALCONY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.BL-SU

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE MARINA VIEWDOUBLE • MARINA VIEWDBL.MV

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    DOUBLE MARINA VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    MARINA VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.MV

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • JUNIOR SUITE DELUXEJUNIOR SUITE • DELUXE • 1 Bedroom • 42 m²JSU.DX
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    JUNIOR SUITE DELUXE

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    4 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    42 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 2
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width, 2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    JUNIOR SUITE
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: JSU.DX

    Room amenities

    • Individually adjustable heating
    • Carpeted floors
    • Ironing set
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Wi-fi
    • Wake-up service
    • Alarm clock
    • Toiletries
    • Desk
    • Housekeeping
    • Minibar
    • TV
    • Hot tub
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower: 1

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SINGLE MARINA VIEWSINGLE • MARINA VIEWSGL.MV

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    SINGLE MARINA VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    MARINA VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.MV

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • SUPERIOR QUEEN BEDDBL.QN-SU

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR QUEEN BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR QUEEN BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.QN-SU

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • JUNIOR SUITE STANDARDJUNIOR SUITE • STANDARDJSU.ST

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    Distinction Whangarei Hotels and Conference Centre

    JUNIOR SUITE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    JUNIOR SUITE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: JSU.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • QUADRUPLE SUPERIORQUADRUPLE • SUPERIORQUA.SU

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    Distinction Whangarei Hotels and Conference Centre

    QUADRUPLE SUPERIOR

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.SU

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Double or Twin SUPERIOR KING BEDDouble or Twin • SUPERIOR KING BEDDBT.KG-SU

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    Distinction Whangarei Hotels and Conference Centre

    Double or Twin SUPERIOR KING BED

    Room photos

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR KING BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.KG-SU

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • TWIN SUPERIORTWIN • SUPERIOR • 22 m²TWN.SU
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    TWIN SUPERIOR

    Room photos

    4 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    22 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 2
    Bed setup
    2 × Queen-size bed 150-154 width
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.SU

    Room amenities

    • Alarm clock
    • Hairdryer
    • Minibar
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Ironing set
    • Carpeted floors
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Wi-fi
    • Wake-up service
    • Desk
    • Housekeeping

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Room SUPERIORRoom • SUPERIORROO.SU

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    Distinction Whangarei Hotels and Conference Centre

    Room SUPERIOR

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.SU

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Double or Twin SUPERIORDouble or Twin • SUPERIORDBT.SU

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    Double or Twin SUPERIOR

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.SU

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • TWIN SUPERIORTWIN • SUPERIORTWN.SU-1

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    TWIN SUPERIOR

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.SU-1

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE STANDARDSUITE • STANDARDSUI.ST

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    SUITE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Distinction Whangarei Hotels and Conference Centre

    Room STANDARD

    Room photos

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Distinction Whangarei Hotels and Conference Centre

8.0
Excellent
658 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.0 /10
Service
8.6 /10
Comfort
7.6 /10
Condition
7.2 /10
Location
8.0 /10
Neighborhood
8.6 /10
Amenities
7.8 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2026
Waikohika
Amazing stay! Thoroughly enjoyed our short weekend away ✨ Will definitely be coming back here again
Friends
6/10
Pleasant
07 Jun 2026
Tina
It was nice room was clean. Bit too comfortable.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
27 May 2026
Catherine
Beds were very comfortable, the lighting was all on one switch, so couldn’t have lower dimmed lights on in the evening. The shower was very small. Room entry doors were very noisy as guests came & went, maybe they should all be fitted with an automatic door closure.
10/10
Exceptional
26 May 2026
Maria
Great central Whangarei location. Walking distance to CBD and Hates Loop track.
Self
6/10
Pleasant
23 May 2026
Lisa
Toilet seat was broken, carpet in hall and room was very worn, ants in the bathroom.
Decor is very dated!
Service at check in was poor, stood there for approximately 5mins before being acknowledged
Partner
8/10
Excellent
21 May 2026
Sarah
The room was perfectly adequate and had been recently renovated although the shower in the bathroom was a bit small. The rest of the hotel is looking a bit run down and in need of updating.
No lift so had to carry two very heavy suitcases up and down stairs.
Noisy neighbours in the corridor and outside room meant disturbed sleep and the air conditioner stopped working mid way through my stay.
I used the washing machine once and my clothes came out looking worse than before they were put in so be aware.
Food in the restaurant is very good although service can be a bit slow especially if delivered to your room.
Staff were all very nice and helpful.
Self
8/10
Excellent
04 May 2026
Bruce
Was a bit noisy with people above us and kids running up and down hallway banging on doors at 7am
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
29 Apr 2026
andrew
Save your money and choose a half decent hotel instead.

The property is very run down and looks nothing like the images they have online.

Really regretted spending the extra to stay here
10/10
Exceptional
28 Apr 2026
Pa Bawi
very cleaned room, very friendly staff, excellent bar and food.
Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
27 Apr 2026
Norie
Close to town basin
Self
8/10
Excellent
25 Apr 2026
Michelle
A comfortable stay with a nice comfy bed in a really lovely room. The hallways etc need to match the feelmof the room but if they are on the list of improvements then that will being it all together
Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Apr 2026
Shane
Great welcome and friendly and efficient staff at reception, room was tidy and clean.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
21 Apr 2026
Chengbin
Very clean and friendly,will visit again
6/10
Pleasant
10 Apr 2026
Wayne
Just a bit tired all round the grounds needed a good tidy
Self
4/10
Poor
05 Apr 2026
Dilmi
Not satisfied
8/10
Excellent
03 Apr 2026
Dean
Great location. Good amenities.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 Mar 2026
Laura
Very clean but sink and carpet stains
Partner
8/10
Excellent
23 Mar 2026
Jason
Good location to walk around near the marina. Like most staff in Australia, they are not big on small talk. Our room, we had to keep the drapes closed because it was in a major walk-way. But it was a good room and we liked the queen sized beds. Restaurants close early on Sunday night so get in early enough to eat at 7.
8/10
Excellent
22 Mar 2026
Owen
Gym NA. Yes, choice of restaurants close by.
Self
6/10
Pleasant
15 Mar 2026
Deale
Road noise an issue.
Self
8/10
Excellent
15 Mar 2026
Benjamin
Convenient location
Self
8/10
Excellent
14 Mar 2026
Nikko
Staffs are friendly (from reception to the bar and restaurant) - they made me feel welcome and comfortable.
Room is good and spacious with good amenities.
Overall, had pleasant stay and recommended for short stay.
Self
6/10
Pleasant
01 Mar 2026
Kylie
This hotel is tired and dated. Whilst the staff make every effort to be great hosts the whole venue lacks any wow factor. The walls are damaged and marked - rips out of wallpaper. There are no lifts so you can expect to carry your own luggage up the stairs.
My bathroom was full of hair when I arrived, I asked for it to be cleaned. The manager sent the trainee from the restaurant up to clean with a microfibre cloth - at 10pm they arrived with a vacuum. Dinner was a shambles - ordered a Medium Rare steak - it was medium well, served with YELLOW broccoli and 'bubble n squeak' was mash with cabbage mixed through. To compensate for the state of my room I was offered breakfast complementary - declined. Beds are comfortable, showers need a deep clean to remove all the mold from the edges. Disappointing venue and should not carry the Distinction Branding - no comparison to Christchurch.
Management should invest in the whole venue. Expensive accomodation for what received
Business
8/10
Excellent
26 Feb 2026
John Mark
Adequate for an overnight business traveller
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
14 Feb 2026
Suzanne
Staff was excellent, the room was a little tired but fine, the best part was we had a perfect view of our boat in the harbor,
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
12 Feb 2026
Serene
Staff were amazing and very helpful.
Only downsides were the pool said heated online and a spa and both were stone cold.
The room was great but no tap for filling jug for coffee etc just the bathroom sink. And the curtains all had mould on the backs and need to be replaced.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Feb 2026
Jeremy
Clean, seemed newly renovated room despite dated hallways and lounges.
Business
8/10
Excellent
08 Feb 2026
Yu
Nice location
10/10
Exceptional
07 Feb 2026
joyce
The rooms were fresh and clean. We had a double room. Has suffice amenities ie small fridge for water or milk to make a tea or coffee. Bathroom was clean but the shower needs to be made a little bigger or put hooks in the spare area so u can hang clothes after the pool or a line yo hang togs after a swim or something like that. Possibly look at a swim suit spinner so not much water tracks through the hotel. We had dinner in the restaurant and that was nice enough. Bar guy was stern not very happy. But the ladies in the restaurant were awesome. Also the check in staff 70/30. Like advise everyone where to park not just some. Be helpful on check ins. I am still giving 5 stars as it had everything we needed and loved the pool and spa area. The pool is shallow but does the trick out of the heat. Spa was nice enough after the big walk around the area and some long travel days.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
01 Feb 2026
milan
Easy as
6/10
Pleasant
31 Jan 2026
Andrew
Staff friendly and helpful and location of hotel is good with views of the marina and into town if needed. The big downside is the condition of the property. It is extremely dated and tatty. Carpets are worn and stained throughout and it needs significant investment and modernisation. Wallpaper peeling and the carpets in the corridors of the building we were in didn’t look like they had seen a vacuum for a while. Food for breakfast was ok and standard for small hotels. Restaurant and bar shut at 9pm which meant no opportunity for an evening drink. Location was good which made it ok to stay in.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 Jan 2026
Shaizal
Great place to stay
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jan 2026
Elaine
Great location to Whangarei. You can walk into the town. Watch the marina or go to the museum opposite. The room is a good size it comes with a sofa, large tv and tea and coffee (fridge included) the bathroom has a shower unit and a spa bath, if we had stayed longer we would have used it. There is an indoor swimming pool and spa centre on site. Ample parking included.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jan 2026
Justina
Room was lovely, clean and comfortable. Staff were amazing. Great location.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jan 2026
Ailyn
Clean room and friendly staff.
8/10
Excellent
17 Jan 2026
Jenifer
The room was clean and large, however I booked for two separate people and there was no spare bed, or trundler bed, available. The restaurant was great - the breakfast was superb!
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2026
Mark
The staff were wonderful. Room was clean. Had tee there i the first night ,was yummy 😋..
I would stay there again.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jan 2026
Vihanga Sankalpa Kariyawasam
Easy parking and convenient space in the Whangarei town center. Great staff and amenities around.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jan 2026
Janet
Great stay. Beds very comfy. Value for money.
Only slight thing was you could hear some noise from outside room but not a major problem and definitely not while sleeping.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jan 2026
Tony
The hotel may look dated in certain areas, but the rooms themselves have been refurbished, are modern and comfortable. The room was good value for money and we enjoyed stay here, and the staff were pleasant and approachable
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jan 2026
Rachel
The room was clean & very comfortable.
There is a heated swimming pool and Easy walk into town.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
31 Dec 2025
Joyce
Convenient location, dated room, friendly staff.
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
29 Dec 2025
Rachel
Everything was good. Apart from hearing the TV from the room next door at 3am for an hour. Not the hotels fault, but frustrating.
8/10
Excellent
21 Dec 2025
Jacqueline
Great location and view. Let down a bit by badly needing a refurb.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
19 Dec 2025
Gayla
Staff was nice and welcoming; the room cleaning was excellent… although the room had a funky smell, the bed was comfortable. I could have done without the strange round mirror in the room.
Self
6/10
Pleasant
05 Dec 2025
Philip
It’s fine, a little expensive needs a renovation. However not much competition and what it does it does fine.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
29 Nov 2025
Meral
Nice staff, great room and convenient
Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Nov 2025
Ange
Staff were really friendly. We had a bacony & marina view, was lovely
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
25 Nov 2025
Meral
Spacious and clean
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
15 Nov 2025
mark
Was a bit run down ,tired
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
02 Nov 2025
Glenn
Modern room with good facilities
Self
8/10
Excellent
01 Nov 2025
beaudine
Was perfect for what i needed
8/10
Excellent
31 Oct 2025
Paul
I only gave it 4 stars because it’s on a busy street which rooms face with only a sidewalk in between. The breakfast was superb! I highly recommend you have the breakfast.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
26 Oct 2025
Carl
Dirty sink in bathroom, stained carpets and no water source to fill hot water jug or have a drink only option was the dirty looking bathroom sink
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Oct 2025
carmen
Close to beautiful view and playground
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
26 Oct 2025
Nicola
Lovely friendly check in staff. Great room and so close to town - we walked everywhere. Would definitely stay again.
10/10
Exceptional
14 Oct 2025
Colin
Very helpful staff
Business
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2025
Cheryl
Room was kept really clean which i appreciated, the food in the restaurant for dinner meals wasnt that good but their breakfast was good, staff are very friendly and helpful.
6/10
Pleasant
05 Oct 2025
Tania
There was a punnet of rotten oysters in the fridge so it was pretty smelly unfortunately
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
28 Sep 2025
Janine
Property was ideal, nice and spacious rooms, breakfast buffet was excellent, staff were great. Room was nice and quiet.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
28 Sep 2025
Kedar
Decent hotel near the waterfront of Whangarei. It is about a 1/4 mile walk to the marina restaurants but a beautiful walk. Rooms are good with central heating / AC. The \"Marina View\" rooms have balconies which are next to a moderately busy street, so expect a small amount of vehicle noise. Overall a decent stay.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 Sep 2025
Hayden
Clean comfortable room, handy location
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Sep 2025
Michael
Great stay and good value for money.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Sep 2025
Ashleigh
No sky sport in the rooms so couldn’t watch the all blacks game but still a great place to stay
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Aug 2025
Deborah
Very convenient location, spacious room, nice and clean,
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
10 Aug 2025
Amy
Bed was comfortable bathroom was clean
Business
8/10
Excellent
05 Aug 2025
Rebecca

See you again soon.

As always your restaurant team were amazing.
Thanks again
Business
10/10
Exceptional
02 Aug 2025
chris

Wonderful

Wonderful welcoming reception staff, perfect location overlooking the harbour, clean, comfy, quiet room and delicious food served in the restaurant in the evening.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jul 2025
Ailyn
Friendly staff and room is clean
8/10
Excellent
21 Jul 2025
Mike
.
4/10
Poor
19 Jul 2025
Andrew
First room had brown/red marks around and in sink in bathroom. Staff were very helpful. Second room had sticky wooden surfaces and was not particularly clean. Furniture was dated and scruffy. No lift access to 1st floor (not mentioned). Strange, musty smell throughout room.
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
25 Jun 2025
Simon

Old and tired

Very dated. Mould in bathroom. Carpets look like they are 50 years old.
Gym is a disgrace.
Bar staff didn’t know menu and basic service manners.
Needs knocking down and starting again.
Won’t be returning.
Business
8/10
Excellent
18 Jun 2025
beaudine
Great venue
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jun 2025
Norie
.
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2025
Antonia
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!
Self
6/10
Pleasant
12 Jun 2025
Verified traveler
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
Partner
8/10
Excellent
05 Jun 2025
Chris
Nice and close to Waterfront.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2025
Raymond
Great location by the Whangarei basin. Quick check in and indoor pool and spa is great.
8/10
Excellent
28 May 2025
Bill
In the two days saty - it met all my needs
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 May 2025
Chris

Great place

at a local wedding, perfect and close walk to town
Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 May 2025
Anne
Handy to town centre. Friendly staff. Great parking
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
07 May 2025
Heather

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
Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 Apr 2025
Andrea
The room was nice, clean, bed comfy, tap in bathroom leaked, hallways spelt like smelly feet. Lady at front desk very friendly and helpful.
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
24 Apr 2025
Maneesh
Avg.
6/10
Pleasant
18 Apr 2025
Tainui
Nice room but thin walls and small shower for a superior room
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
14 Apr 2025
Verified traveler

Great staff but needs renovating

I want to start with saying the service was fabulous and the staff was lovely. The breakfast buffet offered a good variety. Location close to the harbour with access to plenty of restaurants and amenities. On the downside, the decor is dated - the carpeting in the main areas has seen better days and,even though it is vacuumed regularly, it appears dirty. Biggest issue for me was the lack of decent fitness center. It smelled so musty, the bench was ripped, weight selection lacking. Wound up paying $17 to drop in at the gym at the nearby Aquatic Center. Overall, this hotel served its purpose and would be fine for a night or two .
Business
10/10
Exceptional
27 Mar 2025
Venessa
Easy access to Whangarei. Love the pool and spa. Makes for a great weekend away.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2025
james
Comfy beds
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
21 Mar 2025
Theresa
Very noisy and everything was clumsy. Screaming from the pool at 7am on a Saturday morning. People up making noise late at night.
6/10
Pleasant
20 Mar 2025
Verified traveler
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.
Business
8/10
Excellent
11 Mar 2025
George
Cleaning staff found and bagged my lost property. Very honest. Door cards weren't working very well.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2025
kevin

Good place to rest up

Nice breakfast and rooms
Good easy parking and close to the Town waterfront restaurants
Business
10/10
Exceptional
04 Feb 2025
Gareth
We enjoyed staying however
Shower great except the height too low I’m 5ft 9 inches and had to bend my knees to wash my hair.
We were on the ground level and every time when the person above walked over their floor we heard every movement.



Business_and_leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
03 Feb 2025
Terry
This hotel is showing its age but is in a nice location. I stayed in two different rooms on consecutive nights, there was a dirty flannel left in the first room, and the AC in the second was too noisy to leave running on a sultry night. Shower water pressure was pretty poor, the corridors are dingy. Could do with some investment.
6/10
Pleasant
02 Feb 2025
Mike
Mold in bathroom
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jan 2025
Harsha
Convenience and proximity.
Business Self
6/10
Pleasant
17 Jan 2025
Mathew
Good stay, repeat customer
Business
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2025
Gerard
Nice secure property
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
04 Jan 2025
George
Only problem we had was the noise a lot of parties going on all through the night.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jan 2025
Deirdre
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Leisure Family

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Distinction Whangarei Hotels and Conference Centre
Riverside Drive, 9, Whangarei, New Zealand

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