About this property
The Distinction Hotel in Rotorua is only 1640 feet from to the famous Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve. This 4-star hotel offers 3 restaurants, a bar, heated spa pools and a fitness center. Free car parking and free Wi-Fi access are provided. All rooms and suites have a modern private 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 center 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 in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- 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
- Patrick
New Zealand
“Amazing breakfast every morning , great staff, very inviting. Fantastic suite of not a little tired.” - Sarah
New Zealand
“Comfy beds , clean rooms , lovely staff, great pools” - Peter
New Zealand
“That it was comfortable for a family and had everything on hand didn't have to leave the hotel The private spas was a plus for me The heated outside pool was a hit for my girls and the restaurant and bar winning Plus the staff is super lovely” - Anonymous
New Zealand
“Very well maintained. Good staff , very comfortable” - Angel
New Zealand
“I loved that you didn't have to go anywhere. Everything was their pool for the kids, restaurants, and bar. The breakfast was beeeeeautifulll 10/10. I loved it there.” - Yana
New Zealand
“Everything. My kids especially liked the buffet breakfast and the pool.” - Ezra
New Zealand
“First impressions were dampened by the guy on the counter but the following day was a complete different ball game the lady at reception made our stay awesome can’t praise her enough she went above and beyond the breakfast was fantastic huge...” - 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.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Kowhai Breakfast Buffet
- CuisineLocal
- Open forBreakfast
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.




The fine print
Please note that Distinction Hotel Rotorua requires a NZD $1 credit card pre-authorization 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 ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.