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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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Indoor pool
Superior Twin Room
Front of property
Courtyard
Daily buffet breakfast (NZD 35.00 per person)

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan

Explore the area

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9 Riverside Drive, Whangarei, 0112
  • Place, Town Basin Marina
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Hundertwasser Art Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Whangarei Art Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
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
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single 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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior King Room

Superior King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Marina View King - No Balcony

Marina View King - No Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
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

About the area

Whangarei

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre puts you in the heart of Whangarei, steps from Town Basin Marina and within a 10-minute stroll of Claphams Clock Museum. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the gym and Hot tub. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 9:30 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Riverside hotel include Hundertwasser Art Centre and Whangarei Art Museum.

What's nearby

  • Town Basin Marina - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hundertwasser Art Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Whangarei Art Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Claphams National Clock Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Reyburn House - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • KFC
  • Oh My Pho
  • Noodle Canteen
  • Dickens Inn
  • The QUAY

About this property

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

Waterfront hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre offers its guests an indoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The business-friendly Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Whangarei hotel is smoke free.

  • 115 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre offers 115 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and free newspapers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Whangarei hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre?

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 7 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre on 12 Jan 2026 start from NZ$190.24, 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 parking available at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre?

Yep, Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre?

The closest beach to Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre is Parauwanui Beach (17.4 km).

Does Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre have a pool?

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre has an indoor pool.

Does Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet brekkie is offered daily from 7 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre?

No, Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

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

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 584 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 233 out of 584 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 584 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 584 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 584 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

carmen

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to beautiful view and playground
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Tania

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
There was a punnet of rotten oysters in the fridge so it was pretty smelly unfortunately
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Janine

Travelled with family
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

6/10 Okay

Kedar, palo Alto

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayden

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean comfortable room, handy location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and good value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gemma, Weymouth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No sky sport in the rooms so couldn’t watch the all blacks game but still a great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Candace

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryce

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location, spacious room, nice and clean,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

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

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

See you again soon.

As always your restaurant team were amazing. Thanks again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Keoni, Kaitaia

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

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

Wonderful

Wonderful welcoming reception staff, perfect location overlooking the harbour, clean, comfy, quiet room and delicious food served in the restaurant in the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ailyn, Rotorua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and room is clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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.
Marks around sink in first room.
Sticky/greasy surfaces in second room.
Filthy shower head (2nd room)
Mould around shower plate and screen. Also 2nd room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Avondale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Simon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

beaudine, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great venue
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025