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About the Hotel

100 Garnett Avenue, Te Rapa, Hamilton, New Zealand, 3241

Rooms & Amenities

Distinction Hamilton Hotel offers 147 air-conditioned rooms and suites, including Superior King Rooms, Family Suites, and Twin Rooms. Each room features a 49-inch flat-screen TV with SKY channels, free unlimited WiFi, and individually controlled heat pumps. Upgraded beds with high-quality linen, soundproofing, and work desks are standard. Family Suites include a separate lounge area and adjoining bedroom. Bathrooms come with complimentary Distinction toiletries, part of a recycling program to reduce landfill waste.

Dining Options

Garnett's Restaurant & Bar serves breakfast from 6:30 AM to 10 AM on weekdays and 7 AM to 10 AM on weekends. The à la carte dinner menu includes globally inspired dishes. The casual Garnett's Bar offers an extensive drinks menu for pre- or post-dinner relaxation. Breakfast is buffet-style on weekdays, with à la carte options available.

Leisure & Nearby Attractions

The hotel provides complimentary access to an on-site gym. Waterworld, the largest swimming complex in Waikato, is a 5-minute walk away, featuring six pools and hydroslides. Nearby attractions include Hamilton Gardens (15-minute drive), Waikato Museum, and Hamilton Zoo. The Hobbiton Movie Set is a 45-minute drive, and Waitomo Glowworm Caves are within easy reach for day trips.

Location & Transport

Distinction Hamilton Hotel is a 5-minute walk from Te Rapa Racecourse and a 10-minute drive from Hamilton city center. The Base, New Zealand's largest shopping center, is a 20-minute walk away. John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport is 20 km from the hotel. Complimentary off-street parking is available for guests.

Conference & Business Services

The hotel features some of the largest conference facilities in Waikato, with four pillarless conference rooms accommodating up to 600 delegates. Each room has an attached reception lounge with a built-in bar. Direct access from the car park simplifies event logistics. Complimentary WiFi and office storage are provided for organizers. The Claudelands Conference Centre is a 7-minute drive away.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
Standard Twin Room
3 persons
37 m² 
2 King Size Beds
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Superior Twin Room
2 persons
37 m² 
2 King Size Beds
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Superior King Room
2 persons
37 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
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Superior Triple Room
2 persons
37 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
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Getting around

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City Centre
Hamilton 3.4 km
Airports
John C. Munro Hamilton International (HLZ) 19.3 km
Auckland (AKL) 108.5 km
Train
Hamilton Station 2.9 km
Train100 m
Bus
Bus stop 4.2 km

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Luggage storage

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

100 Garnett Avenue, Te Rapa, Hamilton, New Zealand, 3241
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100 Garnett Avenue, Te Rapa, Hamilton, New Zealand, 3241
Nearby
Amusement Park
Waterworld
60 m
Restaurants
Lady Chatterley
0 m
100 Garnett Ave
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1.1 km
19 Home Straight Te Rapa Opposite Bunnings
Hamilton Farmers' Market
600 m
Restaurant
Coffee Culture
670 m
2/21 Home Straight
Raglan Roast
920 m
539 Te Rapa Road
Fill A Bowl
1.1 km
560 Te Rapa Road
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