About this property

Boasting an indoor pool, fitness centre 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 Centre is 4 minutes’ drive away. All air-conditioned rooms include a flat-screen TV and cable channels, minibar 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.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

Rooms with:

  • River view

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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We have 4 left
  • 2 double beds
237 feet²
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Seating Area
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Wake-up service
  • Alarm clock
Max persons: 2
US$106 per night
Original price
US$350.05
Booking.com pays
- US$32.20
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.

Total before taxes
US$317.85

US$106 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
9% off
9% off
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$20
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Max persons: 2
US$113 per night
Original price
US$372.02
Booking.com pays
- US$34.23
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.

Total before taxes
US$337.80

US$113 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
9% off
9% off
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$20
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Max persons: 2
US$133 per night
Original price
US$437.93
Booking.com pays
- US$40.29
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.

Total before taxes
US$397.64

US$133 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
9% off
9% off
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$119 per night
Original price
US$393.99
Booking.com pays
- US$36.25
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.

Total before taxes
US$357.74

US$119 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
9% off
9% off
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
We have 1 left
  • 1 large double bed
237 feet²
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$106 per night
Original price
US$350.05
Booking.com pays
- US$32.20
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.

Total before taxes
US$317.85

US$106 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
9% off
9% off
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$20
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Max persons: 2
US$113 per night
Original price
US$372.02
Booking.com pays
- US$34.23
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.

Total before taxes
US$337.80

US$113 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
9% off
9% off
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$20
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Max persons: 2
US$133 per night
Original price
US$437.93
Booking.com pays
- US$40.29
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.

Total before taxes
US$397.64

US$133 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
9% off
9% off
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$119 per night
Original price
US$393.99
Booking.com pays
- US$36.25
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.

Total before taxes
US$357.74

US$119 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
9% off
9% off
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
We have 4 left
  • 1 large double bed
355 feet²
River view
Bath
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$115 per night
Original price
US$379.34
Booking.com pays
- US$34.90
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.

Total before taxes
US$344.45

US$115 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
9% off
9% off
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$20
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Max persons: 2
US$121 per night
Original price
US$401.31
Booking.com pays
- US$36.92
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.

Total before taxes
US$364.39

US$121 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
9% off
9% off
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$20
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Max persons: 2
US$141 per night
Original price
US$467.22
Booking.com pays
- US$42.98
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.

Total before taxes
US$424.24

US$141 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
9% off
9% off
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$128 per night
Original price
US$423.28
Booking.com pays
- US$38.94
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.

Total before taxes
US$384.34

US$128 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
9% off
9% off
You’ll get a reduced rate when you pay online as Booking.com will pay part of the price.
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • You won't be charged yet
Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Aaron
New Zealand New Zealand
It was close to the birthday I went to , Very nice and clean and comfortable , Very happy .
Jade
New Zealand New Zealand
Great breakfast, staff are always polite, efficient and helpful. The new rooms look and feel really nice, we have stayed a couple of times here now and it will be our preference in future again
David
New Zealand New Zealand
Large room, very comfy bed and a comfortable sofa to sit on. Nice view of marina across the road. No traffic noise. Plenty of on site parking.
Richard
New Zealand New Zealand
Very friendly staff and our compliments to the chef for accommodating our special dietary needs. Very clean and tidy, definitely will be staying there again.
Nikki
New Zealand New Zealand
We stayed in a room at the rear which meant no traffic noise. The room was refurbished nicely.
Jackie
New Zealand New Zealand
Nice location on the waterfront, the room with the balcony is ideal if you want to wake up to a view of the town basin with breakfast. You get some decent privacy in those rooms and it’s soundproof. Huge car park and easy check in.
Roslyn
New Zealand New Zealand
The room and comfort of the bed were great. The location of the hotel is prime, easy walking to town and a great scenic location.
Vanessa
New Zealand New Zealand
I booked the standard room after seeing they were freshly renovated, and they really are as nice as the pictures. We had such a great sleep, the bed was super comfy & we couldn’t hear the neighbours. The shower was hot with good pressure. Would...
Dianne
New Zealand New Zealand
Every member of staff we encountered were friendly and helpful. The room was comfy and spacious. The beds were really comfortable and the pillows were brilliant. We had dinner in the restaurant and breakfast the following morning, once again we...
Rewiri
New Zealand New Zealand
View of the town basin, was beautiful. After a very long day it was a blessing to be able to have a long soak in the spa bath.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Portobello Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

Most popular facilities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Bar

House rules

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that all credit card transactions incur the following processing fees: 2%

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.