About this property

Centrally located on the banks of Waikato River, Novotel Tainui Hamilton offers an award-winning restaurant and a fitness centre. All accommodation features a flat-screen TV and an iPod docking station. Novotel Tainui Hamilton is situated in the heart of the city and offers guests easy access to shopping, dining and entertainment outlets. Guests can relax with a stroll along the river, or enjoy a fun afternoon in one of the many parks surrounding the hotel. Restaurant on Alma serves a contemporary mix of Pacific Rim and European cuisine. The hotel's lobby bar is ideal for an informal business meeting or casual conversation over an international selection of drinks and tempting snacks. All accommodation offers a desk, wardrobe and ironing facilities. Each also includes a small refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. Tainui Novotel is just 600 metres from Hamilton Museum. It is 15 minutes' drive from Hamilton Zoo and 40 minutes' drive from the Hobbiton Movie Set & Farm Tours.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Novotel
Hotel chain/brand
Novotel

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

    • Breakfast info

    • Buffet

    • Private parking at the hotel

    • Loyal customers

    • There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
2 double beds
1 extra-large double bed
2 double beds
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ellen
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Loved the valet parking and the decor of the building.
  • Loraine
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Location was central walking distance to local restaurants, clean and tidy. Breakfast was delicious.
  • Glenys
    Australia Australia
    Location was excellent and the staff were very helpful.
  • Sandy
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The breakfast has always been good here. Comfy beds. Easy check in.
  • Ana
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The staff were exceptionally friendly. Every single one from front of house to the cleaners. Amazing. Having a private smoking area was very handy. Place was clean to a high standard. Couldn’t fault anything
  • Rachel
    Australia Australia
    Great breakfast, clean spacious room, close to everything!
  • Colin
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Staff were exceptionally helpful and dealt with my complaint in a very professional and serious manner.
  • Luis
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Complete breakfast. Hotel close to downtown, easy walks and good restaurants close to it.
  • Karen
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very quiet and comfortable room, efficient check in, EV charging for our car.
  • Debbie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very clean with very comfortable beds and decent shower,friendly welcoming staff. Very good breakfast selection.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant on Alma
    • Cuisine
      Local • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Novotel Tainui Hamilton takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of NZD 100 is required on arrival. That's about £43. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 16 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

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

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.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBEftposCash

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note, there is a 1.4% credit card surcharge when using a credit card.

Please note that Novotel Tainui Hamilton requires a credit card pre-authorisation or NZD $100 per night cash deposit upon check in to cover any incidental charges.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Novotel Tainui Hamilton in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

A damage deposit of NZD 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Novotel Tainui Hamilton