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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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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
  • Room service
  • Hot tub
The current price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Room options

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Marina View King - Balcony

Marina View King - Balcony

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Balcony
Air-conditioning
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 31 sq m
  • Marina view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Air-conditioning
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Refrigerator
  • 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

Air-conditioning
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
  • Sleeps 2

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Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Laptop-compatible safe
Air-conditioning
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Electric kettle
  • 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
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Laptop-compatible safe
Air-conditioning
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Electric kettle
  • 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
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Air-conditioning
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Refrigerator
  • 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

Air-conditioning
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Electric kettle
  • 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)
Air-conditioning
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
  • Sleeps 3

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

Marina View King Room No Balcony

Air-conditioning
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
  • Sleeps 2

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

Marina View King Room With Balcony

Balcony
Air-conditioning
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 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
  • ‪Jovial Judge - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The QUAY - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Noodle Canteen - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Esquires - ‬10 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), tour/ticket information and a billiards/pool table
  • Concierge services, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
  • 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 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre on 16 Nov 2025 start from NZ$219.04, 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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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
Rating 10 - Excellent. 170 out of 568 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 568 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 568 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 568 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 568 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was ideal, nice and spacious rooms, breakfast buffet was excellent, staff were great. Room was nice and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Staff & service
Bed was comfortable bathroom was clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place to rest up

Nice breakfast and rooms Good easy parking and close to the Town waterfront restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were nice, beds were comfortable and staff were so friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close to restaurants and shopping and the amazing Walking Bridge
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice secure property
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Norie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views of the marina
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

TORINA

Liked: Staff & service
Very nice property
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was lovely comfortable & clean People very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Tainui

Nice room but thin walls and small shower for a superior room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy to find and close to town,good parking..................
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Hotel !

A friendly welcome from all staff . Well located a short stroll along the river walk to the many restaurants and downtown . Breakfast buffet was excellent . Quiet and comfortable in all ways . Would absolutely stay there again .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Lesa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, clean and easy
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Indoor swimming pool looked good. Room had been nicely refurbished, really good sized room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Damon

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Suited my business requirements and a nice loop walk close.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything great. Experience fantastic, very happy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rooms are nice. The rest of the facilities are a bit outdated.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wanted to be central and on the harbour for a reasonable price
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful after I stuffed up my booking date.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lawrence

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Looked run down, food was average, management was not good or professional at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

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 .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If I had to be slightly critical I would suggest the colour decor needs a face lift to brighten the whole place up. Otherwise a nice pleasent stay Nga Mihi
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023