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    Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

    299 reviews
    #21 of 34 Hotels in Whangarei
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    9 Riverside Drive, Whangarei 0112, New Zealand
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    3.0 299 reviews
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    • Average33%
    • Poor15%
    • Terrible9%
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    9 Riverside Drive, Whangarei 0112 New Zealand See on map
    AMENITIES
    Free Wifi
    Free Parking
    Breakfast Buffet
    Air Conditioning
    Pool
    Non-Smoking Hotel
    Restaurant
    3 Star accommodation
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    All reviews indoor pool town basin superior room overlooking the marina plenty of parking free wifi room was large enjoyable stay sky tv family room bit dated tea and coffee one night stay spa loop channels
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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Average Hotel for a short stay, do not recommend the restaurant.

    The positive points are the friendly staff and the location of this Hotel, the rest should really be improved and given investment in for a better comfort. The Hotel is old and not redecorated since probably a least 20 years. The rooms feel old and...More

    Thank Florian K
    Reviewed 12 September 2018
    Function over style

    Stayed here for work for 3 nights as Quest apartments full. Pros - rooms and bathrooms spacious - easy walking distance to shops and restaurants - marina right on your doorstep (but no views from most rooms) - staff very friendly Cons - old and...More

    Thank FoodieGregs
    Reviewed 25 August 2018 via mobile
    Better than expected...3.5 stars

    After we had booked to stay here I read the reviews and came close to cancelling. As a result I came expecting the worst. Yes.. it is dated. Yes....out Windows needed a clean. BUT...the room was very clean. It was also very quiet. Bed was...More

    Thank Bev V
    Reviewed 15 July 2018 via mobile
    Thank you

    I was travelling for work and my daughter accompanied me. She had had surgery not that long ago on a ruptured wrist tendon. As I had a course to go in the morning I enquired when I could check in so my daughter could rest...More

    Thank Justine G
    Reviewed 15 July 2018 via mobile
    Friendly staff, very dated

    Prior to and on arrival the staff were very accommodating, friendly and helpful. For what we needed it for, the room was fine. It was clean and everything was in working order. The whole place is very dated though - the interior, the artwork chosen,...More

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    Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre is perfectly suited to both business and leisure travellers. All 115 comfortable guest rooms & suites are air-conditioned and offer free unlimited WiFi & …More 50+ SKY TV channels. Conveniently located opposite the stunning Whangarei Town Basin and a few minutes walk from the city centre and Whangarei’s most tranquil bush walks. The majestic Bay of Islands is less than one hour’s drive from our 4 star hotel. Savour delicious cuisine at the on-site Portobello Restaurant and Anchor Down Lounge Bar. Work out in the fitness centre, swim in the indoor heated pool or relax in the spa. The hotel also caters for conferences and functions of up to 130 guests. Less
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    HOTEL FEATURES
    Restaurant
    Free Parking
    Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
    Pool
    Room Service
    Bar/Lounge
    Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
    Air Conditioning
    Business Centre with Internet Access
    Concierge
    Conference Facilities
    Dry Cleaning
    Heated pool
    Hot Tub
    Indoor pool
    Laundry Service
    Meeting Rooms
    Minibar
    Non-Smoking Hotel
    Self-Serve Laundry
    Wheelchair Access
    Beachfront
    Breakfast included
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    Suites, Non-Smoking Rooms
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    Suites, Non-Smoking Rooms
    Number of rooms
    115
    Price range
    US$90 - US$127 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    Location
    New Zealand > North Island > Northland Region > Whangarei
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    Suites, Non-Smoking Rooms
    Number of rooms
    115
    Price range
    US$90 - US$127 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    Location
    New Zealand > North Island > Northland Region > Whangarei
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    "Dont choose room 132."
    ArlenaS
    1 Apr 2018
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    "Our room was on the street side, noisy with the door open during the day, but quiet at night"
    gerdap2017
    30 Mar 2018
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    "Choose a room with a queen size bed, it does not cost any more and book directly it is cheaper."
    lizzy_simpson
    11 Mar 2018
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    "Avoid the wing above the kitchen,house bar area."
    HappyTravellers172
    28 Jan 2018
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