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Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre

Property class: 4

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Located close to Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute and Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest, Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre provides a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and a hair salon. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 4 hot tubs. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and Japanese cuisine. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
The current price is SAR 330
SAR 383 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Superior Room

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a laptop, a chair, and a TV.

Deluxe King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a chair, a coffee table with a bowl of fruit, and a window with curtains.

Junior Suite

  • 62 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a television.

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, and a view of the adjacent living area.

Executive Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 85 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Fenton Park, a neighborhood in Rotorua, is home to Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest and Lake Rotorua, while Tamaki Maori Village and Mitai Maori Village are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Make time for Skyline Rotorua, or check out an event or a game at Ogo. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Rotorua travel guide
Map
390 Fenton Street, Rotorua, 3201

What's nearby

  • A traditional building with a steeply pitched roof, ornate red detailing, and a central entrance.
    Whakarewarewa: The Living Maori Village
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A series of tall poles with decorative elements against a clear blue sky.
    Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A red wooden structure with intricate carvings and a figure holding a green object.
    Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A rope bridge in a forest with illuminated hanging lights.
    Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • A group of men performing a traditional dance with long sticks in a tropical setting with dense foliage and wooden structures.
    Tamaki Maori Village
    5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ciabatta Bakery
    18 min walk
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Super Lucky Takeaway
    2 min drive
  • Jp’s On Jervis
    4 min drive
  • Scope
    3 min drive

About this property

Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre

  • Upscale family-friendly hotel near Redwoods Whakarewarewa Forest
  • Located close to Te Puia New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute 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 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, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking and valet parking
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), wedding services, and secured bicycle storage
    • A 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance
    • 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

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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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 38 for adults and NZD 19 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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from August 12 2026 to August 25 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool

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

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: NZD 200 per accommodation, per day

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 38 for adults and NZD 19 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 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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)

Property class

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

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. The pool will be unavailable from August 12 2026 to August 25 2026 (dates subject to change).

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

As of 19 Shaʻban 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Rotorua Hotel and Conference Centre on 22 Shaʻban 2026 start from SAR 330, 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?

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).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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