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 9.2 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 (9.2)

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
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Emma
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Beautiful room, nice big bed, everything clean and tidy
  • Stuart
    Ireland Ireland
    Really nice hotel, modern facilities with good food and very helpful staff
  • Janie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Close to everything we wanted to do , lovely breakfast lovely staff
  • Halina
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The room was well furnished, great bathroom and comfy bed. It was well set out and had all the necessary facilities. Food for the conference was really great.
  • Christian
    New Caledonia New Caledonia
    The bed was very comfortable and the bedroom very large. We also liked the bathroom very convenient.
  • Tania
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Convenient location, check-in staff were terrific.
  • Blnx
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Everything was perfect, the staff we're amazing it was absolutely a wonderful place to stay.
  • Alana-lee
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Amazing friendly service! Shout out to Bradley for making the best coffee and being so friendly ☺️
  • Atish
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Breakfast was good. We do not eat beef or pork so there was not much options. Luckily, the chef offered us vegetarian omelets.
  • Joanne
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Greetings at the entrance, check in, room great, plus separate bathroom, all staff very helpful.

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

Facilities of Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Wellness
  • Fitness
  • Fitness centre
Languages spoken
  • English

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 £46. 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

  • Check-in at Novotel Tainui Hamilton is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Novotel Tainui Hamilton is 400 yards from the centre of Hamilton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Novotel Tainui Hamilton offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness centre
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Fitness
  • Novotel Tainui Hamilton has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant on Alma
  • The prices at Novotel Tainui Hamilton may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Novotel Tainui Hamilton include:

    • Suite
    • Double
    • Family