Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre, Hamilton

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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

100 Garnett Avenue, Te Rapa, Hamilton, New Zealand, 3241
Very good
7.5
8.3
/10
3.1
3.9
/5

Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre offers a blend of comfort and modern amenities in a 4-star accommodation. Guests can enjoy on-site dining at Garnett's Restaurant and complimentary access to the hotel gym. This Hamilton hotel features spacious reception lounges and an extensive conference facility.

Rooms & Amenities

Distinction Hamilton Hotel features 147 air-conditioned rooms and suites designed for comfort, complete with upgraded luxury beds, plush carpet, and 49" flat screen TVs with SKY channels. Rooms include free unlimited WiFi and individually controlled heat pumps. The refurbished Superior Family Suites offer ample space for families with a separate lounge area.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options include Garnett's Restaurant, which serves breakfast and dinner with a diverse menu featuring local ingredients. The casual Garnett's Bar is available for pre or post-dinner drinks. Guests can explore nearby restaurants such as The District and L K Coffee Hub, both within 1 km.

Business & Conference Facilities

The hotel offers extensive conference facilities, accommodating up to 600 delegates with four large conference rooms and three seminar rooms, all equipped with necessary presentation technology. Distinction Hamilton provides convenient direct access to the foyer area for registration and trade displays.

Local Area & Attractions

Distinction Hamilton is conveniently located near key attractions such as Waterworld, Hamilton Zoo, and the Hamilton Gardens, all just minutes away. Guests have access to complimentary off-street parking and multiple nearby public transport options including bus services. The hotel's placement within the Waikato region helps visitors enjoy a range of local activities.

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Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Superior Twin Room
2 persons
400 sq. feet 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Heating
Standard Twin Room
3 persons
400 sq. feet 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Heating
Superior Triple Room
2 persons
400 sq. feet 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Heating
Superior King Room
2 persons
400 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.4/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Luggage storage

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre Location

100 Garnett Avenue, Te Rapa, Hamilton, New Zealand, 3241
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100 Garnett Avenue, Te Rapa, Hamilton, New Zealand, 3241
Nearby
Amusement Park
Waterworld
200 ft
Restaurants
Lady Chatterley
0 ft
100 Garnett Ave
The District
3600 ft
19 Home Straight Te Rapa Opposite Bunnings
Hamilton Farmers' Market
2000 ft
Restaurant
Coffee Culture
2200 ft
2/21 Home Straight
Raglan Roast
3100 ft
539 Te Rapa Road
Fill A Bowl
3500 ft
560 Te Rapa Road
Getting around
City Centre
Hamilton24 min  ·  1.2 mi
Airports
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (HLZ)24 min  ·  9.9 mi
Auckland Airport (AKL)162 min  ·  67.1 mi
Train
Hamilton Station34 min  ·  1.7 mi
Train2 min  ·  400 ft
Bus
Bus stop7 min  ·  2.5 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible at a location nearby for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Distinction Hamilton & Conference Centre serves a full breakfast for free. 
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
107
Former name
Kingsgate Hotel Hamilton

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 178 verified reviews
7.7/10
Very good
76%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.7/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Comfort
8.0/10
Facilities
7.4/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.5/10
Location
8.4/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.5/10
Staff
8.7/10
Value for money
7.2/10
Guest reviews
based on 315 reviews
3/5
based on 515 reviews
7.5/10
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