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Novotel Tainui Hamilton

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Bar (on property)
Suite, 1 King Bed
Terrace/patio
Meeting facility

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Room service
The current price is AU$292
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept

Explore the area

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

Room options

View all photos for 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

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

Superior Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 59 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 29 sq m
  • 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
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Hamilton

A luxury stay in the heart of Hamilton awaits you at Novotel Tainui Hamilton. Within steps you'll find Waikato River and Hamilton Central Business District. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Restaurant On Alma, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. 2486 square feet (231 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Hamilton Central hotel include Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton.

What's nearby

  • SkyCity Hamilton - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hamilton Centre Place - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hamilton Central Business District - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • FMG Stadium Waikato - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Waikato Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Skycity Hamilton - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Local Taphouse - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Master House Chinese Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Centrale - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Luxury hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 2486 square feet (231 square metres) and includes conference space. A fitness centre, 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
  • Conference 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
  • Lift
  • 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 fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Hamilton hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. In-room massages, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Hindi

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant On Alma

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2,486 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

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
  • Lift (86 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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

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 cots (infant beds)!

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: from approximately NZD 37 per person
  • 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 all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Novotel Tainui Hamilton?

Novotel Tainui Hamilton offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 15 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Tainui Hamilton on 9 Sept 2025 start from AU$291.51, including 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.

Is parking available at Novotel Tainui Hamilton?

Yep, Novotel Tainui Hamilton has secured covered valet parking with in/out privileges for NZD 40 per day.

What makes Novotel Tainui Hamilton a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as massage services available in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Novotel Tainui Hamilton.

Is Novotel Tainui Hamilton family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and laundry facilities, as well as childcare services and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Novotel Tainui Hamilton is a hit with families.

Does Novotel Tainui Hamilton serve breakfast?

Yeah, full breakfast is served weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Novotel Tainui Hamilton?

No, Novotel Tainui Hamilton does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Novotel Tainui Hamilton?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Novotel Tainui Hamilton?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Novotel Tainui Hamilton?

No, pets are not allowed.

Novotel Tainui Hamilton Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 495 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 341 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay, with friendly service and great facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very welcoming staff polite so easy to talk to
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Travelled with family
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

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

10/10 Excellent

T N

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights 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 traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with great staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

Travelled 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 traveller

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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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