Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with 2 restaurants and 4 hot tubs

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Lobby
Front of property - evening/night
Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Deluxe King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 915 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Dining table
LCD TV
  • 667 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Economy Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
390 Fenton Street, Rotorua, 3201

What's nearby

  • Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Polynesian Spa - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Tamaki Maori Village - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Skyline Rotorua - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles

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

Upscale eco-certified hotel near Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
Located close to Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Polynesian Spa, Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre provides a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and a hair salon. For some rest and relaxation, visit the steam room or the 4 hot tubs. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and Japanese cuisine. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking and valet parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
  • Bicycle parking, meeting rooms, and a porter/bellhop
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 133 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like late night room service and free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 43-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

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

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Property amenities

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 offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free secured valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 36 for adults and NZD 18 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • D Bar
  • Kowhai
  • Mr Yakitori
  • Pavilion

Things to do

  • 4 hot tubs
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle storage
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

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 (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

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 at the property
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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision
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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre?

As of Jul 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre on Jul 31, 2025 start from $123.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre?

Self parking and valet parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre located?

This family-friendly Rotorua hotel is located in Fenton Park, within 2 mi (3 km) of Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, and Tamaki Maori Village. Lake Rotorua and Rotorua i-SITE Visitor Centre are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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