About this property
Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre offers spacious 4-star accommodation, just 10 minutes' drive from central Hamilton. Facilities include a fitness centre, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests receive free WiFi. The hotel has 147 spacious and comfortable guest rooms. Each room has been refurbished and is decorated and furnished in a neutral style with many modern in-room amenities including internet access. Guests can enjoy breakfast and dinner at Distinction Hamilton Hotel. The on-site restaurant, Garnett’s Restaurant is a great place to enjoy a meal with friends. Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre is within a 5-minute walk to Te Rapa Racecourse. Waikato Stadium, Claudelands Event Centre and Hamilton City Centre are all within a 10 minutes' drive away. The hotel offers free on-site car parking.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Iona
New Zealand
“Even though the property looks old on the outside and main hallways the rooms are actually amazing size wise and very clean I pre judged this place and wish I didn’t the staff are what makes this place shine they are amazing!!!” - Giorgia
New Zealand
“The breakfast was great lots to choose from, great parking we ended up having 2 cars and wasn’t an issue! Super comfy beds. Overall a great stay.” - Vivinne
New Zealand
“Clean and fit for our short stay, space accommodated 4 adults comfortably and the beds were also comfortable” - Steph
New Zealand
“Always love staying when we come over. I used to work in the Restraurant as a PM supervisor about 14/15yrs ago when it was Kingsgate Hotel so am very familiar with finding my way around and using the facilities. A bit like home away from home if...” - Mo
New Zealand
“The bed was sooo comfortable, thank you Nice and Quiet, lots of parking, great for our trailer, we arrived late good service” - Mo
New Zealand
“We were really happy with the comfortable bed, we often travel with our own rubber topper pad as alot of beds are hard, this bed was cosy comfortable” - Nicola
New Zealand
“Lovely staff who took my mobility issues into consideration Nice, clean and comfy.” - Marie
United Kingdom
“Location was excellent for our needs, staff were helpful and friendly.” - Indika
New Zealand
“Very clean and tidy place and also excellent hospitality. Also very good breakfast. Would love to stay in another holiday.” - Carol
New Zealand
“The room was good. The hairdryer was too hot and could not be adjusted. The restaurant food I had was good but limited selection. The bed was comfortable and there were sufficient blankets etc.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Garnetts Restaurant and Bar
- Open forBreakfast • Dinner
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
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.




The fine print
Please note that there is a 2% transaction fee when you pay with a credit card or a Visa or MasterCard debit card. There is no surcharge for payments made with EFTPOS or cash.
Please inform Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre in advance if you are staying with more than 2 adults in one room.