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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, sun loungers
Front of property - evening/night
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine
Lobby
Lobby

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool and 4 spa tubs
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Conference center
  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
The price is $166
includes taxes & fees
$144 per night
Jan 22 - Jan 23, 2025

Room options

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Deluxe King Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Deluxe King Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Superior Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Suite | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Executive Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
  • 915 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Junior Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
LCD TV
  • 667 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Standard Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
  • 323 sq ft
  • 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 | 43-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Living area | 43-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

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 Twin 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 | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

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 neighborhood

Map
390 Fenton Street, Rotorua, 3201

What's nearby

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

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 center, and a steam room are other highlights at this eco-certified hotel. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

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

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 133 rooms
  • Arranged over 5 floors

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 available
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • 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 up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in

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

Children

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

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

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

Parking

  • Free secured onsite self parking
  • Free secured onsite valet parking
  • Free offsite parking within 16 ft
  • Street parking available

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

Traveling with children

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

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

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 center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bicycle parking
  • 4 spa tubs
  • Steam room
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • 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/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)) and free wired internet
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Mr Yakitori - This restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required.
Pavilion - Overlooking the garden, this café serves lunch and light fare. Open daily.
Kowhai - This restaurant serves breakfast only. Open daily.
D Bar - This restaurant serves dinner only. 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 program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, 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 percent

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

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

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, 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.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

DISTINCTION HOTEL
DISTINCTION HOTEL ROTORUA
Distinction Rotorua
DISTINCTION ROTORUA HOTEL
HOTEL DISTINCTION
HOTEL DISTINCTION ROTORUA
ROTORUA DISTINCTION
ROTORUA DISTINCTION HOTEL
Distinction Rotorua Conference
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 to 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 onsite 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.

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Iesha, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great atmosphere
Errin, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

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
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

While our room was tidy and clean, the hotel was very tired and dark - it could definitely do with a facelift. We could hear noise coming from other rooms, and the whole room vibrated when a truck went past outside - for these reasons, I wouldn't stay at the Distinction again.
Gail, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

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
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great!
A bit dated but very clean and tidy, friendly staff, great location.
Shane, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Allanah, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the hot pools
Chris, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and very comfortable room
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Love the decor, room cosy & warm, staff very friendly
Shelley, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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

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 romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Was a great stay and the children loved the pool - very friendly staff
Tanya, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The service was excellent. The room was amazing. We were upgraded and looked after
Curley, 1-night business trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very Good

Dated
JUNE, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

I actually made a complaint to the hotel regarding the noise during the night of our stay. The guests opposite had left their door ajar and their kids were running up and down the corridor directly outside our room. Nothing was done, no member of staff intervened and although my complaint was acknowledged all I received was an apology for a night without any sleep. Also would like to draw attention to the dirty public areas, the hot pools were filthy. The hotel needs serious atttention and upgrading, frankly a bit grotty.
Stephen, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

When we drove up the exterior was a little dated but inside there was a real feeling of luxury. Velvet seats in the reception area, chandeliers hanging from the ceilings. Our room showed a little bit of wear in places but overall it was well finished super quiet, clean and the beds were super comfortable. The staff were very helpful. As a family of five it was an excellent option for us and would highly recommend to anyone wishing to go to Rotorua for a family holiday.
Julie, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Ai Khim, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Room is so old and not same with the pictures
Mandy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

This hotel which claims it is 4 stars has no air conditioning in most rooms but does not tell you nor does Expedia tell you when you order so beware. I hope that Expedia is responsible enough to either drop this listing or explicit or warn potential guests. It is unreasonable to pay almost $400/night for a room without a/c and not be able to sleep in 2024! It is also far away from the centre of action and an old and tired property. Stear clear!
Jonathan, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Old, dirty Hotel
Felix, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Wayne, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Hyenam, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

For the price we had paid for one night, not having AC in the room and a fan which didn’t work properly. If turned on it would make a large whirring noise not letting you sleep the whole night. Didn’t even sleep the whole night as it was extremely hot and uncomfortable. Wouldn’t stay here again
Yash, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

It’s dated but clean. The air conditioner makes noise. The carpark has a security fence and feel more safe.
JUNE, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

General property information

Travelers Say
"Great location, lovely pool, nice facility."
Reasons to Book
Outdoor Pool & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM