3 Star Hotel
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre
9 Riverside Drive, Whangarei, New Zealand View Map
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About
Boasting an indoor pool, fitness center and a hot tub, Distinction Hotel Whangarei is located opposite Hatea River. Free WiFi and parking are available as well as a 24-hour front desk. Distinction Hotel is a 10-minute walk from both Town Basin Marina and Claphams Clock Museum. Northland Event Center is 4 minutes’ drive away. All air-conditioned rooms include a flat-screen TV and cable channels, mini-bar and an electric kettle. Some rooms have a balcony with river views. There is a variety of shops and cafes within a 10-minute walk including PAK’nSAVE and Serenity Café. Guests have access to a shared games room with billiards.
763 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 8.2
- Staff
- 8.7
- Location
- 9.0
What Guests Say
- “The room and the view.”
- “Beds amazing!!Staff awesome!!”
Top Amenities
- Swimming Pool
- Restaurant
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Fitness Center
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Hot tub/Whirlpool
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Options
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1/4Marina View King without Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Carpeting
1/4Junior Suite
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Carpeting
1/4Marina View King with Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4Superior King Room
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Carpeting
1/4Superior Twin Room
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Bath or Shower
- Carpeting
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What Guests Loved
Based on 763 reviews
Pros +
- The room and the view.
- Beds amazing!!Staff awesome!!
- The view.
Cons -
- Some of the descriptions on the menu were unclear. The hot water urn for tea making was tepid, very annoying!
- Room 107 - Toilet in a strange position, maybe if it was facing the shower or smaller vanity would be good.
- People smoking near entrances to the hotel and in carpark including staff and contract staff. Appears it is accepted practice in the culture of the establishment.
The room and the view.
Some of the descriptions on the menu were unclear. The hot water urn for tea making was tepid, very annoying!
Beds amazing!!Staff awesome!!
Room 107 - Toilet in a strange position, maybe if it was facing the shower or smaller vanity would be good.
The view.
People smoking near entrances to the hotel and in carpark including staff and contract staff. Appears it is accepted practice in the culture of the establishment.
Staff were great. Location is excellent for the city basin area. Pleasant walk to the centre.
Parts of the facilities are very tired. Stained carpets in the bedroom, hallway and dining room. En-suite sink pretty grim.
Huge room plus a balcony. Lots of storage. Very good breakfast with a wonderful choice of fruit
Shower a bit small
Poor
Bathroom for myself was pretty hard to access the toilet as there was a sink in the way as I am in wheelchair
Good hotel for this area, if you adjust your expectations. It's clean, excellent location, but outdated.
Outdated hotel. Breakfast is OK, but not more than that.
The room was great for my family
I think the random car parking. Also found that a lot of locals were parking up and using wifi. That was a little uncomfortable because they’d park in our spots.
Indoor pool, spa and gym was a nice
The hallways carpets were wet and dirty could do with a deep clean
Great location and fantastic, friendly staff. We had coffee in the morning from the restaurant that was lovely.
Facilities are tired, fridge didn't operate and there was rubbish left in both rooms.
Great location next to the marina and easy access. Superb breakfast. Very comfortable beds and roomy bedroom. Free parking. Large bathroom.
Overall a bit shabby. Dirty carpets and torn wallpaper. Had a spa bath but it didn't work.
The breakfast was ok, the scrambled eggs were so soggy I couldn’t eat them. Location was good.
I liked location, pm receptionist and breakfast
The beds are comfy and central location
Our room was bot cleaned properly, i took photos of coffee grounds still on bench, finger marks on tv, grubby shower, and hair in sink. I showed reception and they said they would speak to housekeeping. Pool was dirty with lots of hair floating and it was freezing
Locstion
Despite very bad weather was not able to get are fund for early exit.Generally Run down and needs complete refit.
Loved the room, the view the deck and such a great sleep too. Beds are comfy and big, the room has everything you need you wont want to leave
Nothing negative to say about my stay
Close to city centre, staff were very good and very helpful.
Weak shower flow.
Staff was really nice, food was great,location was great
It is getting pretty dated, leaky roofs, dirty windows, pool area was dirty with spiderwebs and old leaves on the inside of ranch sliders . Stain in carpet
Great location to the city centre and the Town Basin walk. Comfort double beds for each of us. Pool and spa were lovely and perfect to cool down on a hot day. The onsite restaurant had a delicious menu and we enjoyed our dinner in the restaurant
Location was good.
Pool absolutely freezing, breakfast not very good at all and hardly worth the money. Mozzies in the room. Wouldn't stay here again.
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Swimming & Soaking
- Swimming Pool
- Hot tub/Whirlpool
- Fence around pool
- Heated pool
- Indoor pool
- Kids' pool
Fitness & Spa
- Fitness Center
Food & Drinks
- Restaurant
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Free Parking
- Accessible parking
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests available
Kid Friendly
- Family Friendly
General
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 2:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 10:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Parking | Free parking is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 2 stay free with cot. |
| Pets | Pets are not allowed. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
Please note that all credit card transactions incur the following processing fees: 2%Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Location
9 Riverside Drive, Whangarei
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