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Novotel Tainui Hamilton

4.5 star property
Family-friendly 4.5-star hotel with free WiFi

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Exterior
Exterior
Meeting facility
Executive Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service

Explore the area

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7 Alma Street, Hamilton, 3204
  • Place, SkyCity Hamilton
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Hamilton Centre Place
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Waikato Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Double Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 315 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 315 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Double Room, 2 Double Beds (Superior) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Double Room, 2 Double Beds (Superior)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 315 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 638 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 315 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Hamilton

City center retreat .A stay at this Hamilton Central hotel places you steps from SkyCity Hamilton and within a 5-minute walk of Waikato River. Hamilton Central Business District and Hamilton Centre Place are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • SkyCity Hamilton - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hamilton Centre Place - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hamilton Central Business District - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • FMG Stadium Waikato - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Waikato Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jamaicablue - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Chew Chew - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Local Taphouse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Master House Chinese Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Family-friendly 4.5-star hotel with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 2486 square feet (231 square meters) and includes conference space. A fitness center, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Novotel Tainui Hamilton. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4.5-star Hamilton hotel is smoke free.

  • 217 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 2486 sq ft of conference space
  • 231 sq m of conference space
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Novotel Tainui Hamilton offers 217 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Hamilton hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. In-room massages, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (NZD 40 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; NZD 37 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Elevator (34 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 100 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 37 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: NZD 40 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Novotel Tainui Hamilton Hotel
Novotel Tainui Hotel
Novotel Tainui
Novotel Hamilton Tainui Hotel Hamilton
Hamilton Novotel
Novotel Tainui Hamilton Hotel
Novotel Tainui Hamilton Hamilton
Novotel Tainui Hamilton Hotel Hamilton

Frequently asked questions

How close is Novotel Tainui Hamilton to the airport?

Novotel Tainui Hamilton is 7.5 mi (19-min drive) away from the Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Tainui Hamilton?

As of Sep 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Tainui Hamilton on Sep 29, 2025 start from $155.08, 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.

Does Novotel Tainui Hamilton have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Novotel Tainui Hamilton.

Does Novotel Tainui Hamilton offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Novotel Tainui Hamilton, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 37 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Novotel Tainui Hamilton?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but SkyCity Hamilton (2-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Novotel Tainui Hamilton?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Novotel Tainui Hamilton?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for NZD 40 per day.

Does Novotel Tainui Hamilton have a pool?

Novotel Tainui Hamilton does not have a pool.

Does Novotel Tainui Hamilton have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Novotel Tainui Hamilton have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Novotel Tainui Hamilton to downtown Hamilton?

Novotel Tainui Hamilton is 0.1 mi away from Hamilton.

Reviews

Novotel Tainui Hamilton Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 496 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 342 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located so walkable to many dining options and central city. Modern building but showing signs of wear. The fridge in our room did not work. The staff offered to move us to another room, but as we were only staying 1 night, we decided against it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Penny

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kate, APO

Liked: Cleanliness
This hotel was very basic and relatively comfortable but I cannot believe how much I paid for it. It was worth about half the cost. I was only there overnight, so it suited my needs. However, when I asked the desk clerk about tours in the area and then again about the train schedule, she unhelpfully referred me to the internet. Don't expect much.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, helpful staff, very clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georges

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

T N

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will stay again

A great place to stay. Within city centre but still quiet. Staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A lot of work going on but the staff made it bearable Once the upgrade is finished it will be a top notch Hampton
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

BONNYE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with great staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a great quiet place to stay. Rooms are very comfortable. Bathroom is a little tight but shower pressure makes up for it. Breakfast was really good. Had to run the dryer twice to dry my load of clothes so that was a time waster
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Heidi, Aurora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had asked for a room that would face the river because I wanted quiet, I was given a lovely room with windows on 2 sides but facing the casino across the street, which was noisy until late in the night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindra, wylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, London

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, room was overlooking the river. Breakfast was great. 😊
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Warwick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked Staff. They were all friendly and helpful. Didn't like the car parking facility
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Martin, Des Plaines

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel but the carpet was not great and the big stain did not help. The shower door had brown scunge at the base which was no great. All and all very comfortable, well appointed and only minor issues. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brent

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Appears to cater to business travelers. Rooms nice facing the river. Car valet service very good. Carpet in room was wavy needs to be replaced.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sagate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful and accommodating. Dining staff were attentive, and room service were very obliging, and prompt given the early hours of the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

jacinda

Very quiet and clean location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Wynand

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed the stay at the hotel. Very clean and quiet. Breakfast was very good. Fortunately there was free parking behind the hotel…but spaces are limited.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024