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Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Exterior
Deluxe King Room
Lobby
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Guests liked:

Friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot tub
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Pool

Explore the area

Map
390 Fenton Street, Rotorua, 3201
  • Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
    6 min walk
  • Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
    16 min walk
  • Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
    17 min walk
  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    9 min drive

Room options

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Deluxe King Room

Deluxe King Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Suite

Executive Suite

  • 85 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room

Standard Room

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Exterior

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Pool
Hot tub
Parking included
Free WiFi
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, (1180)
The price is CA $192
per night
CA $221 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
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About the area

Rotorua

Fenton Park stay.Your stay at this Fenton Park hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute and Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest. Tamaki Maori Village and Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Polynesian Spa - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 6 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Skyline Rotorua - 9 min drive - 7.1 km

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

Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
As a guest of Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre, you'll find 4 spa tubs, an outdoor pool, a steam room, and a fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 6 meeting rooms available. A children's pool, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre. Self parking and valet parking are free.

This 4-star Rotorua hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 133 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre offers 133 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 43-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided 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.

Languages

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

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 6:30 AM–10 AM: NZD 36 for adults and NZD 18 for children
  • 2 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • 24-hour room service

Things to do

  • 4 spa tubs
  • Bike cleaning
  • Bike parking
  • Bike storage
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness center
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV
  • Cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 36 for adults and NZD 18 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received their complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.

We should mention

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

DISTINCTION HOTEL
DISTINCTION HOTEL ROTORUA
Distinction Rotorua
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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

Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 253 out of 685 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 685 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 685 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 685 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 685 reviews" "

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

6/10 Okay

Gail

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Leonie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Shane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great!
A bit dated but very clean and tidy, friendly staff, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Allanah

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hot pools
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and very comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the decor, room cosy & warm, staff very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I like that they changed the room around when i said i had my kids staying
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Ariel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
nice hotel, but quite tired, we think it may have had better years. staff super friendly and helpful, no complaints there
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great stay and the children loved the pool - very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curley

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The service was excellent. The room was amazing. We were upgraded and looked after
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

JUNE

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Dated
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Ai Khim

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Mandy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is so old and not same with the pictures
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jonathan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Felix

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old, dirty Hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Hyenam

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Yash

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

JUNE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s dated but clean. The air conditioner makes noise. The carpark has a security fence and feel more safe.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Roberta

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Babette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023