Te Tiaho O Matariki
Te Tiaho O Matariki, Garden Place, Hamilton Central, Hamilton City 3240, New Zealand- Sculpture
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About this hotel
Riverfront Location and Award-Winning Dining
Centrally located on the banks of Waikato River, Novotel Tainui Hamilton offers an award-winning restaurant, Restaurant on Alma, serving a contemporary mix of Pacific Rim and European cuisine. The ideal spot for guests to indulge in exquisite dining while enjoying picturesque river views.
Convenient City Access and Relaxing Surroundings
Situated in the heart of Hamilton, guests at Novotel Tainui Hamilton have easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment outlets. After a day of exploring the city, unwind with a leisurely stroll along the river or immerse yourself in the tranquility of the surrounding parks.
Modern Amenities and Comfortable Stay
Each accommodation at Novotel Tainui Hamilton features modern amenities including a flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, desk, wardrobe, ironing facilities, and tea/coffee making facilities. With a focus on guest comfort, the hotel ensures a relaxing stay for all visitors.
Book your stay at Novotel Tainui Hamilton for a perfect blend of luxury, convenience, and relaxation.
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Important Information
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 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 deposit may be required at the property.
Stay Details
Check-in from
02:00 PM
Check-out by
11:00 AM
Parking
PAID
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Amenities
Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
Heating
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Bar
Fax/photocopying
Golf course
Facilities for disabled guests
Ironing service
Meeting/banquet facilities
Sauna
Dry cleaning
Breakfast in the room
Packed lunches
Valet parking
Non-smoking throughout
Private parking
Sun terrace
Private check-in/check-out
Daily housekeeping
Designated smoking area
Accessible parking
Shared lounge/TV area
Parking garage
Concierge service
Special diet menus - on request
Wheelchair accessible
Kid meals
Electric vehicle charging station
Toilet with grab rails
Lower bathroom sink
Higher level toilet
Outdoor furniture
Wine/champagne
Fruits
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Invoice provided
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Smoke alarms
Food delivered to guest room
CCTV outside property
CCTV in common areas
Access to health care professionals
24-hour security
Delivered food - securely covered
Key card access
Mobile app for room service
Room Types
Executive King Room
Up to 2 guests28 sqmExtra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
These Executive rooms feature a dream-like wall feature, natural colors and soft edges. They also provide guests with WiFi, an espresso machine, bottled water and a bathrobe and slippers.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Room details
28 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryerBathrobeRadioMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaToiletPrivate bathroomHeating
Superior Room with Two Double Beds
Up to 4 guests29 sqm2 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
This room offers a mix of modern décor, ergonomic comfort and high end amenities. It includes WiFi access, 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tea/coffee making facilities and air conditioning. Also provided are ironing facilities as well as an in-room safe.
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
3 adults · 2 children
Beds
2 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
29 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryerRadioMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaToiletPrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channels
Superior Family Room with Two Double Beds
Up to 4 guests35 sqm2 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
This spacious room features a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee making facilities. Includes a small refrigerator and a mini-bar.
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
2 adults · 2 children
Beds
2 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
35 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryerRadioMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaToiletPrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channels
Executive Double Room, 2 Double Beds
Up to 4 guests29 m22 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
2 Double Beds
312 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access
Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV, satellite channels, and iPod dock
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and 24-hour room service
Sleep - A pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead
Practical - Laptop-compatible safe, free newspaper, and iron/ironing board; cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioning
Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, eco-friendly cleaning supplies, energy-saving switches, and recycling bin
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
2 adults · 2 children
Beds
2 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
29 m2
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryerBathrobeMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskPrivate bathroomSatellite channelsInterconnected room(s) availableElectric kettleWardrobe or closetToilet paper
Suite, 1 King Bed
Up to 2 guests59 m2King bed (151-180 cm wide)
1 King Bed
638 sq feet
Layout - Bedroom
Internet - Free WiFi and wired internet access
Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV, satellite channels, and iPod dock
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and 24-hour room service
Sleep - A pillow menu, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, bathrobes, and a separate bathtub and shower with a rainfall showerhead
Practical - Laptop-compatible safe, free newspaper, and iron/ironing board; cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioning
Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, eco-friendly cleaning supplies, energy-saving switches, and recycling bin
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Non-Smoking
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
King bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
59 m2
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerTVTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryerBathrobeMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskPrivate bathroomSatellite channelsInterconnected room(s) availableElectric kettleWardrobe or closetToilet paper
Executive King Suite
Up to 2 guests59 sqmExtra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Executive King Suite This well-designed spacious suite offers views over the mighty Waikato River. It includes a separate bedroom, a lounge area with a flat-screen TV and espresso coffee machine. The suite also features a large bathroom with separate shower and bathtub.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Room details
59 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryerBathrobeRadioMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaToiletPrivate bathroomHeating
Executive Double Room
Up to 4 guests28 sqm2 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
These Executive rooms feature a dream-like wall feature, natural colors and soft edges. They also provide guests with WiFi, an espresso machine, bottled water and a bathrobe and slippers.
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 2 children
Beds
2 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
28 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryerBathrobeRadioMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaToiletPrivate bathroomHeating
Deluxe King Room
Up to 2 guests35 sqmExtra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
This Deluxe King Room is spacious and features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom with quality guest toiletries.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Room details
35 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryerRadioMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaToiletPrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channels
Superior King Room
Up to 3 guests29 sqmQueen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Superior King Room: This room offers a mix of modern decor, ergonomic comfort and high-end amenities. Includes WiFi access and a 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, tea/coffee making facilities and air conditioning. Also provided are ironing facilities as well as an in-room safe.
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
29 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerSafety deposit boxTVTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryerRadioMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaToiletPrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channels
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Guest reviews(2,751 total)
Provider-sourced guest reviews.
9/10
Reviewed Sep 18, 2026Location. Great facility.
8/10
Reviewed Sep 18, 2026the bed was fantastically comfortable, and lovely spacious room. Its a great location and pleasant staff. Housekeeping manager was superb.
coffee in the breakfast area very average - I would have expected a coffee machine as good as those in Koru Club.
9/10
Reviewed Sep 16, 2026Location
Nothing
9/10
Reviewed Sep 16, 2026I think that the rooms have been painted since my last visit of perhaps one year ago. It is much cleaner and fresher looking, Good shower. TV easy to manage!
Nothing!
8/10
Reviewed Sep 16, 2026Lovely location Staff are very friendly
Restaurant staff need more training regarding products which they are selling. Like beverages and food
7/10
Reviewed Sep 10, 2026Breakfast was great considering it was Father’s Day and restaurant was very full
10/10
Reviewed Sep 9, 2026We went for our wedding night and Bev had gone to a lot of trouble to make the room special. The hand written card was a particularly nice touch. The view was great. The food was delicious for breakfast. All the staff were very friendly and helpful.
Not a thing. It was all excellent.
8/10
Reviewed Sep 9, 2026Pillows too puffy
7/10
Reviewed Sep 7, 2026Location was great apart from trying to find parking
Basic room for the price i paid for 1 night
10/10
Reviewed Sep 7, 2026Kitchen was excellent, had Breakfast, Dinner & room service, everything was very very good
Didn't have any complaints
8/10
Reviewed Sep 5, 2026The staff were very helpful and friendly and answered all my questions
8/10
Reviewed Sep 5, 2026Paying for car parking
1/10
Reviewed Sep 4, 2026The location
It was dirty n worst stuff specially one girl
7/10
Reviewed Sep 1, 2026Good location. Staff were very friendly.
The breakfast is very average. No option to charge EV.
9/10
Reviewed Aug 31, 2026Breakfast was great and well worth including in the stay. Staff were very helpful throughout or stay.
Bed was a bit soft, which wasn't good for my wifes back. Maybe some firmer mattresses would be an option is a couple of rooms.
2/10
Reviewed Aug 31, 2026The location
Rude stuff and dirty rooms
10/10
Reviewed Aug 30, 2026Great reception and concierge.
8/10
Reviewed Aug 30, 2026Staff were amazing. Views were great. Perfect location
Found rubbish under our bed and strings hanging from our towels. Found mold on glass shelf in showerķ
10/10
Reviewed Aug 27, 2026Executive rooms
Nothing
6/10
Reviewed Aug 26, 2026the hotel was fine, but the cost is exhorbitant. this is a reflection of the lack of viable competition in the area
for the price, i would have expected more in room amenities. ie coffee machine etc
9/10
Reviewed Aug 23, 2026Great location, with comfy beds, super clean rooms and very friendly staff.
The only thing that lets the property down is the parking - there is a lack of parking at the property, so you have to park off-site. It's only a short walk, but something to be aware of.
8/10
Reviewed Aug 21, 2026Room size and furniture was perfect
10/10
Reviewed Aug 21, 2026Well presented and modern. Close to everything in the CBD. Great staff
That we cant walk straight through to skycity due to the BNZ being in between
10/10
Reviewed Aug 20, 2026Everything
Nothing
8/10
Reviewed Aug 20, 2026The room and spaceq
That we weren't told how to turn lights on lucky we had a few to drink so couldn't be bothered phoning why life weren't working or the air con, bed wasnt that comfortable but okay
9/10
Reviewed Aug 19, 2026Location was perfect. Facilities were great and the staff were very friendly.
8/10
Reviewed Aug 18, 2026Central city Quiet during week Clean. Comfortable Very friendly staff Valet parking a plus (additional). Good buffet breakfast Function buffet very tasty lots of choices.
9/10
Reviewed Aug 16, 2026Location
No information pack in room to explain WiFi log in
8/10
Reviewed Aug 11, 2026Clean and great location. Very helpful front desk staff.
Uncomfortable pillows.
10/10
Reviewed Aug 9, 2026very good!
1/10
Reviewed Aug 7, 2026Very poor service, had to ask many times for blanket for kids.. was overcharge , was charged for unnessary service
Very poor service
9/10
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026Location, staff very helpful. Room comfortable and clean
Bathroom a little tight for space with the loo behind the door
10/10
Reviewed Aug 5, 2026Excellent
Could be more parking
10/10
Reviewed Aug 5, 2026Absolutely comfortable bed. Rooms were very clean Staff were amazing
The lack of packing.
9/10
Reviewed Aug 2, 2026Good staff !
I wanted to eat smaller breakfast. Not choice.
8/10
Reviewed Aug 2, 2026Cleanliness
6/10
Reviewed Jul 25, 2026Location and breakfast / bar area
Bar didn’t have correct glasses and couldn’t make cocktails Bathroom had no extra’s like shower caps or vanity sets.
8/10
Reviewed Jul 24, 2026Quite good.
8/10
Reviewed Jul 24, 2026Location. Well appointed rooms. Nice temperature control.
Room was the furthest away from the lift. Shower wasn’t particularly powerful, even when using smaller shower head.
9/10
Reviewed Jul 23, 2026Very central to Hamilton cbd very nice breakfast
Nil
8/10
Reviewed Jul 23, 2026Maori touch Nice art work
7/10
Reviewed Jul 19, 2026I had a room above the main road - it was very noisy - more could be done to isolate sound from the street.
7/10
Reviewed Jul 18, 2026Very central CBD.
The cleaner had just taken a crap in the toilet and there was urine drops on the seat.
9/10
Reviewed Jul 17, 2026Good location by Waikato river, close to a lot of restaurants. Staff are friendly and really enjoy the morning breakfast buffet.
Room size could be slightly bigger.
7/10
Reviewed Jul 12, 2026Clean room
Price was higher than 5 star and noise from downstairs renovations at night
3/10
Reviewed Jul 12, 2026位置
停车不方便，收费
9/10
Reviewed Jul 9, 2026Always the best place with family
No
10/10
Reviewed Jul 9, 2026Late booking due to deciding to stay overnight in Hamilton to rest, easy process to book and check in after 10pm. Room was great, clean and super comfy bed. Buffet breakfast had options for all the family. Valet parking worked well.
na
9/10
Reviewed Jul 9, 2026Location is awesome close to everything
N/A
8/10
Reviewed Jul 8, 2026Location and facilities
Nothing at all
Guest Feedback
Feedback themes are sourced from guest reviews provided by our data provider.
What guests love
- •Great location
- •Friendly staff
- •Good breakfast
Areas to consider
- •Dated rooms
- •Disengaged staff
- •Limited parking
Cleanliness
8.01/10Some reviews noted the need for room changes and dated looks, which suggests issues with cleanliness.
Service
8.98/10Majority of reviews praised staff as friendly and helpful, barring a few mentions of disengagement.
Location
9.02/10Consistently highlighted as a strong point across multiple reviews with great access to surrounding areas.
Room Quality
7.47/10Some reports of dated rooms and issues with comfort, such as strobe lights.
Amenities
8/10General positive feelings towards provided amenities, though limited dining options were mentioned.
Value for Money
7.96/10Good pricing noted, yet some felt certain features didn’t match the price point.
Food and Beverage
8.51/10Food quality received high praise with good breakfast choices mentioned.
Overall Experience
8.48/10Many guests expressed satisfaction despite minor drawbacks noted.