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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
Reception
Junior Suite
Front of property - evening/night
Lobby
Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre puts you within a 10-minute drive of 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. A bar/lounge, a fitness centre and a steam room are other highlights at this eco-friendly hotel. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

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$270
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr

Room options

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Deluxe King Room

Deluxe King Room

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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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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Executive Suite

Executive Suite

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

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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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Living area

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Economy Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Bathroom

Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
390 Fenton Street, Rotorua, 3201

What's nearby

  • Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 6 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 9 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ciabatta Bakery - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shadehouse Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Pantry D'or - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Scope Cafe Rotorua - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre

Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre puts you within a 10-minute drive of 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. A bar/lounge, a fitness centre and a steam room are other highlights at this eco-friendly hotel. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), Dutch, English, Filipino, Hindi, Japanese, Ukranian

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
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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
LOCAL_PARKING

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

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.

Also known as

DISTINCTION HOTEL
DISTINCTION HOTEL ROTORUA
Distinction Rotorua
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HOTEL DISTINCTION
HOTEL DISTINCTION ROTORUA
ROTORUA DISTINCTION
ROTORUA DISTINCTION HOTEL
Distinction Rotorua Conference
Distinction Rotorua Hotel Conference Centre
Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre Hotel
Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre Rotorua
Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre Hotel Rotorua

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 17 minutes' walk from Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute.

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Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Children
Car
Air conditioning
Food
Bed
Family friendly

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with great variety and tasty options. (7 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

6/10 Good

We had a recently stay at Distinction Rotorua, the staff was friendly, the continental breakfast was great with a variety of choices. We found the room a bit old.
Kangson, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place just the cleaning part was disappointing spoons wasn't changed and surfaces not wiped.
Keegan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was a great stay and the children loved the pool - very friendly staff
Tanya, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great atmosphere
Errin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and very comfortable room
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A return visit, as we find the hotel handy to everything without being right in Rotorua. Clean comfortable room with good parking.
Leonie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love the decor, room cosy & warm, staff very friendly
Shelley, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great stay - havent been here before.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super comfortable, great breakfasts, friendly staff

8/10 Very good

good hotel
Teiva, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Noisy', Dirty room was terrible definitely not a 4 star hotel, comparing to other branded hotel would onlly be given 1 star hotel room, Oh by the way elevator was out of service during our stay very unprofessional
Heang, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the hot pools
Chris, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice place to stay, away from the business.
Eric, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Large room, tidy, nice pool and breakfast was great
James, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great!

A bit dated but very clean and tidy, friendly staff, great location.
Shane, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were very helpful and room was very nice !

10/10 Exceptional

Great place great staff and the coffee and high tea are one of the best
Rebekah, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Only stayed one night and did not use all the amenities on offer, apart from the bar. Very comfortable and clean. Had a spacious room with separate bedroom. Would stay again.
Leonie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My family thoroughly enjoyed our time at the hotel, especially the heated pool🤗Loved our time at the hotel.staff were very helpful and pleasant.
Teina, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

nice hotel, but quite tired, we think it may have had better years. staff super friendly and helpful, no complaints there
Ariel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Such a great stay, the rooms were so lovely and comfortable. Such a quick walk to the surrounding Māori villages and geothermal walks
Sarah, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was a nice hotel
john, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The service was excellent. The room was amazing. We were upgraded and looked after
Curley, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room service was amazing! Great pool and lounge area
Wendy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I like that they changed the room around when i said i had my kids staying
Ben, 1-night trip