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Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

3.0 star property

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Indoor pool
A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by residential buildings and greenery.
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, potted plants, and a wooden fence.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a large mirror.
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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9 Riverside Drive, Whangarei, 0112
  • Place, Town Basin Marina
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Whangarei Art Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Claphams National Clock Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Marina View King - Balcony

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view of the city.

Marina View King - Balcony

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a small table, and a chair.

Junior Suite

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Superior Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior King Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Marina View King - No Balcony

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of the outside.

Marina View King - No Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

Along with an indoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a fitness centre. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, a hot tub and 24-hour room service.
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.

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness centre.

Children aged under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub without adult supervision.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the room service at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Hundertwasser Art Centre. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an indoor pool.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the room service and the helpful staff
  • Steps from Town Basin Marina and 6 minutes on foot from Hundertwasser Art Centre
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre offers its guests an indoor pool, a 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.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 7 AM to 9:30 AM.
Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre has a restaurant on site.
24-hour room service is available.

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
  • Smoking not allowed

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 at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property class

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

Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 642 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 253 out of 642 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 642 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 642 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 642 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Pa Bawi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very cleaned room, very friendly staff, excellent bar and food.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Shaizal

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chengbin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly,will visit again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great welcome and friendly and efficient staff at reception, room was tidy and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Good amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Norie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to town basin
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Yu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Nikko

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staffs are friendly (from reception to the bar and restaurant) - they made me feel welcome and comfortable. Room is good and spacious with good amenities. Overall, had pleasant stay and recommended for short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ailyn

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent, the room was a little tired but fine, the best part was we had a perfect view of our boat in the harbor,
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Joyce

Liked: Staff & service
Convenient location, dated room, friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and good value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Justina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was lovely, clean and comfortable. Staff were amazing. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Meral

Nice staff, great room and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vihanga Sankalpa Kariyawasam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking and convenient space in the Whangarei town center. Great staff and amenities around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

John Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Adequate for an overnight business traveller
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Owen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gym NA. Yes, choice of restaurants close by.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean & very comfortable. There is a heated swimming pool and Easy walk into town.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A comfortable stay with a nice comfy bed in a really lovely room. The hallways etc need to match the feelmof the room but if they are on the list of improvements then that will being it all together
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

andrew

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Save your money and choose a half decent hotel instead. The property is very run down and looks nothing like the images they have online. Really regretted spending the extra to stay here
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, seemed newly renovated room despite dated hallways and lounges.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean but sink and carpet stains
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Wayne

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Just a bit tired all round the grounds needed a good tidy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Ange

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff were really friendly. We had a bacony & marina view, was lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025