Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

18/02/2026

Come in & wrap your jaws around our Pork Ribs Burger this February (don't worry we have cutlery available too, if your jaws won't quite reach)! We'd love your vote as our burger masterpiece battles it out in the Hot Grill Summer competition this month. Scan the QR code in our Portobello Restaurant or see the voting link in the comments.

The Pork Ribs Burger at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre is battling it out during Feb for the People's Choice Award in the Hot Grill Summer Burger Competition 🍔🔥
This fall-of-the-bone pork ribs burger is served in a brioche bun, with slaw, onion, tomato, cheese sauce and pork ribs sauce & feedback from diners has been exceptional!
Try it for yourself in the hotel's Portobello Restaurant & Vote NOW - only available in Feb 2026! Voting link in comments.

23/09/2025

Combine your stay in a Junior Suite with our great value Family Feast Deal and enjoy breakfast & dinner as well... https://www.distinctionhotelswhangarei.co.nz/x,1002,2159,4128,,,/familyfeast.html

17/06/2025

For many guests staying at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre, there's no better way to start the day than a buffet breakfast followed by a walk around the Hātea Loop, located on the hotel's doorstep. As the fog lifted this morning, the day's beauty started to shine through...

29/01/2024

Brandy Snaps now served in our Portobello Restaurant...
𝘍𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘥 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘤𝘰𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘮𝘰𝘶𝘴𝘴𝘦, 𝘥𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘤𝘰𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘴𝘰𝘪𝘭 𝘤𝘳𝘶𝘮𝘣,
𝘴𝘰𝘳𝘣𝘦𝘵 𝘪𝘤𝘦 𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘮, 𝘮𝘢𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘰𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘱𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘦, 𝘥𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘥 𝘧𝘳𝘶𝘪𝘵𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘣𝘦𝘳𝘳𝘺 𝘴𝘢𝘶𝘤𝘦

01/11/2022

WE'RE HIRING HOUSEKEEPING ROOM ATTENDANTS...
We're looking for fit and healthy staff to service our rooms & suites. As a Room Attendant, you will be at the forefront of ensuring our product is always presented at its best. We're looking for people willing to learn and who want to be part of a friendly team environment. Start time generally 8.30 a.m. Finish time 2.30 - 3.00 p.m. To apply to join the Distinction family visit the link below...
https://www.distinctionhotels.co.nz/x,966,1820,4128/housekeeping-room-attendant-whangarei.html?fgal=278

28/09/2022

WE'RE HIRING - APPLY TODAY
We're looking for a Restaurant Supervisor to supervise our F&B areas. We need someone who has a genuine love of hospitality and the ability to offer outstanding service to our guests. To apply to join the Distinction family visit the link below...
https://www.distinctionhotels.co.nz/x,966,1816,4128/restaurant-supervisor-whangarei.html?fgal=278

10/06/2022

24/01/2022

More rooms at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre have been refurbished and our guests are loving the luxury cloud-like beds, synonymous with those highly rated at Distinction Dunedin Hotel. These plush beds combined with enhanced soundproofing help to ensure a restful night’s sleep. Book your stay in a new Superior King or Twin Hotel Room today...
https://www.distinctionhotelswhangarei.co.nz/whangarei-accommodation-overview

02/12/2021

19/11/2021

Book your stay from 20 Dec in a NEW Superior Twin Hotel Room at Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre.
Located in the rear wing of the hotel with enhanced soundproofing, these refurbished, air-conditioned rooms have been meticulously designed with hints of nautical character. Discover more...
https://www.distinctionhotelswhangarei.co.nz/x,999,3798,4128,,,/superior-twin-hotel-room.html?sid=3798&idsup=4128

04/10/2021

Overlooking the Whangarei Town Basin Marina, Distinction Whangarei can cater for up to 120 guests at your end of year Christmas party. Delicious Christmas themed buffet lunches or dinners for $60.00 per person (min 30 guests) can be arranged throughout Nov/Dec, as can personalised packages to suit your needs. Contact us today...
https://www.distinctionhotelswhangarei.co.nz/x,971,1454,4128/christmas-functions-whangarei.html