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Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants, near Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Junior Suite
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine
Lobby
Front of property – evening/night
Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre puts you within a 10-minute drive of Polynesian Spa and Skyline Rotorua. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Mr Yakitori, one of 2 restaurants, which serves Japanese cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a fitness centre and a steam room. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool and 4 hot tubs
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Conference centre
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
The current price is NZ$289
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe King Room

Deluxe King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
  • 62 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Suite

Executive Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
  • 85 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Living area

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Economy Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Superior Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Bathroom

Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Map
390 Fenton Street, Rotorua, 3201

What's nearby

  • Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ciabatta Bakery - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Pantry D'or - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pataka Kai - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rotorua Club Inc - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre

Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre puts you within a 10-minute drive of Polynesian Spa and Skyline Rotorua. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Mr Yakitori, one of 2 restaurants, which serves Japanese cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a fitness centre and a steam room. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 133 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
    • COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)) and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • Free secured on-site self-parking
    • Free secured on-site valet parking
    • Free off-site parking within 16 ft
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's pool

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bike cleaning
  • Bike storage
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bike parking
  • 4 hot tubs
  • Steam room
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)) and free wired Internet
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Mr Yakitori – This restaurant specialises in Japanese cuisine and only serves dinner. Reservations are required.
Pavilion – Overlooking the garden, this café serves lunch and light fare. Open daily.
Kowhai – This restaurant only serves breakfast. Open daily.
D Bar – This restaurant only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 36 for adults and NZD 18 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 per cent

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision

Policies

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.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre and nearby?

Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre has an outdoor pool and a steam room, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre?

Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring Japanese cuisine and garden views.

What's the area around Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre like?

Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre is a short 6-minute walk from Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village and 16 minutes' walk from Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve.

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