Novotel Tainui Hamilton

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.2
  • City view
  • Free Wifi
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safe
  • Baggage storage

About this property

Novotel Tainui Hamilton is centrally located on the banks of Waikato River located 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 sitting on the balcony in the sun. 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 accommodations rooms offers a desk, wardrobe and ironing facilities. Each also includes a small refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. Novotel Tainui Hamilton is just 1969 feet from Hamilton Museum. It is 20 minutes' drive from Hamilton Zoo and 45 minutes' drive from the Hobbiton Movie Set.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Private Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Novotel
Hotel chain/brand
Novotel

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

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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1 king bed
1 queen bed
2 full beds
1 king bed
2 full beds
1 full bed
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Grant
New Zealand New Zealand
“Central location, spacious room, great buffet breakfast”
Melissa
New Zealand New Zealand
“Breakfast wasn't as good as what it was when I stayed with a friend a few years ago & quite disappointing after I had organised other friends to come for breakfast from other accomodation”
James
New Zealand New Zealand
“Room was great. Breakfast was delicious. Bradley who worked in the buffet that morning was very friendly and kind.”
Rob
New Zealand New Zealand
“Kaimahi are very friendly and welcoming. Polite and attentive, including Bar and Dining staff. Front desk staff was a little over worked but once i was seen to they were helpful.”
Dahya
New Zealand New Zealand
“Proximity to city centre and venue we wanted to go to.”
Brooke
American Samoa American Samoa
“Breakfast and the rooms were a nice size. Very comfortable.”
Michael
United States United States
“The hotel, the property and the rooms are very comfortable.”
Kortens
United States United States
“Clean. Restaurant. Close to many options downtown.”
Sarah
United States United States
“Beautiful room and bathroom, bedside lamps for reading, comfy beds, overall great space. The location is right on the river trail, close to good restaurants and shopping. There's a souvenir shop across the street for last minute gift-buying.”
Helen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff in particular were very friendly and helpful”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant on Alma
  • Cuisine
    Local • European
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    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 2:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of NZD 100 is required on arrival. That's about $56. 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 & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs 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 fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBEftposCash

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note, there is a 2% credit card surcharge when using a credit card. Please note, there is a 2% credit card surcharge when using a credit or debit card. Please also note that Novotel Tainui Hamilton requires a credit card pre-authorization or cash bond equal to $100 for the first night and $50 each night afterwards. Any unused funds will be returned upon departure. Please note that if you deposit by card, there can be a seven (7) day return of funds depending on your bank.

Guests are required to show a photo ID 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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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.