About this property
The Distinction Hotel in Rotorua is only 500 metres from to the famous Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve. This 4-star hotel offers 3 restaurants, a bar, heated spa pools and a fitness centre. Free car parking and free Wi-Fi access are provided. All rooms and suites have a modern en suite bathroom, satellite TV and broadband internet access. Many rooms have a private balcony overlooking the golf course, pool area or forest. Distinction offers guests a choice of 3 restaurants: a Japanese sake restaurant, bar, or classic à la carte dining. The Distinction Hotel Rotorua is next to Arikikapakapa Golf Course and a short drive from Rotorua International Stadium. It is a 5-minute drive from the Polynesian Spa, city centre and Lake Rotorua. Access to a secure bicycle storage room and a wash down area is provided. There is a large map of Redwoods placed on the outside wall showing different bike tracks.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- August
New Zealand“Very clean, comfortable and loved the breakfast would definitely recommend adding on 👌🏾” - Kellyanne New Zealand“Breakfast was good. And where it was situated was comfortable.”
- Faith New Zealand“Had dinner at the Japanese restaurant and the service was excellent staff member was so helpful and friendly so not only was the meal excellent topped off with outstanding service from the waiter.”
- Peter New Zealand“When I come to Rotorua for work I choose to stay at The Distinction Hotel Great location warm toasty family friendly buffet breaky on point👌 the outside heated pool and the spas 🤍 perfect for a soak & the staff is friendly happy helpful & lovely”
- Josephine New Zealand“Breakfast buffet is the best 👌 Jacuzzi is awesome too The room is comfortable and clean 🙂”
- Dobbs New Zealand“The breakfast selection was wonderful. The mango smoothies were delicious. The sheets on the bed were really nice and the beds were comfortable. We loved being able to open the window in our room. We liked being on the 2nd floor, as less people...”
- Jahmila New Zealand“Buffet breakfast selections, staff and spacious room”
- Geoff New Zealand“Pool, room, bed, Mr Yakitori, breakfast buffet all good”
- Lynette New Zealand“The heated pools, and breakfast, and staff were lovely”
- Maria New Zealand“Great breakfast. Huge selection. Spa grotto was something kinda special. Beds were very comfy.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Kowhai Breakfast Buffet
- CuisineLocal
- Open forBreakfast
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please note that Distinction Hotel Rotorua requires a NZD $1 credit card pre-authorisation or NZD $50 cash deposit upon check in to cover any incidental charges.
Please note that there is a 2% transaction fee when you pay with a credit card or a Visa or MasterCard debit card.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
