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Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

3.0 star property
Waterfront hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Marina View King - Balcony
Marina View King - No Balcony | Water view
Indoor pool
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre offers a peaceful Riverside retreat with a garden setting and soothing spa tub. Enjoy a drink at the bar, work out in the gym, swim in the indoor pool, and use free WiFi. Guests consistently praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct

Room options

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Marina View King - Balcony

Marina View King - Balcony

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 31 sq m
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Cable/satellite 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

Superior Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Cable/satellite channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior King Room

Superior King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Cable/satellite channels
Iron/ironing board
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Marina View King - No Balcony

Marina View King - No Balcony

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Cable/satellite 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 area

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

  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The QUAY - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Turkuaz Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jovial Judge - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Noodle Canteen - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

Hotel located in Riverside
A garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a gym and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and a billiards/pool table
  • Smoke-free property, free newspapers and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 115 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 35 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from 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 per cent

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

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub without adult supervision

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

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

As of 17 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre on 27 Oct 2025 start from NZ$193.55, including 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.

Is Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre located?

Located in Riverside, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Claphams Clock Museum, Hundertwasser Art Centre and Town Basin Marina. Whangarei Art Museum and Claphams National Clock Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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