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ibis Hamilton Tainui

3.5 star property
Hotel in Hamilton with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Terrace/patio
Reception
Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Daily buffet breakfast (NZD 30 per person)
In the heart of Hamilton Central, ibis Hamilton Tainui offers an eco-certified retreat with a vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy al fresco dining at MAAKONA, relax on the terrace or unwind in the bar while taking advantage of luggage storage and free WiFi. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 382
AED 439 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Room options

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View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen and 1 Single bed (Riverside)

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 Queen and 1 Single bed (Riverside)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen and 1 Single bed

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen and 1 Single bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Riverside)

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Riverside)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
18 Alma Street, Hamilton, 3204

What's nearby

  • Hamilton Centre Place - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hamilton Central Business District - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • SkyCity Hamilton - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • FMG Stadium Waikato - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Waikato Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jamaicablue - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Londoner - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Chew Chew - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Local Taphouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk

About this property

ibis Hamilton Tainui

Hotel located in Hamilton Central
A terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at ibis Hamilton Tainui. The on-site restaurant, MAAKONA, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and al fresco dining. Free WiFi in public areas and conference space are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Meeting rooms, concierge services, and smoke-free premises
  • An elevator, luggage storage, and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 126 rooms include comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free internet and desk chairs.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • 43-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and free infant beds

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

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free 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 night)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; NZD 30 for adults and NZD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • MAAKONA

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • 603 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 8 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2007
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: NZD 100.00 per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 30 for adults and NZD 15.00 for children
  • Covered valet parking fee: NZD 40 per night
  • Laundry fee: NZD 6.00

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
The photos in this description reflect the brand standard and are provided for illustrative purposes only
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

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Frequently asked questions

Is ibis Hamilton Tainui pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 1 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ibis Hamilton Tainui on 9 November 2025 start from $119.63, 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.

How much is parking at ibis Hamilton Tainui?

Valet parking is available for NZD 40 per night.

What time is check-in at ibis Hamilton Tainui?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 2 AM.

What time is check-out at ibis Hamilton Tainui?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is ibis Hamilton Tainui located?

Located in Hamilton Central, this hotel is steps from Waikato River and Hamilton Centre Place. Hamilton Central Business District and SkyCity Hamilton are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

ibis Hamilton Tainui Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 421 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 395 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff so friendly and very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ritchie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awseome staff, clean/quiet rooms, ultra comfortable bed, to die for buffet breakfast at a affordable price. Cant fault this place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rowena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very affordable option when visiting Hotel Tainui or the Casino. It is even within (a long) walking distance of Claudlands Event Centre.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Noel

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

Great location and good value

Central location with fully equipped rooms and comfortable bed with large bathroom. Restaurant and bar area very modern.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay, friendly staff who wrre efficient in there wirk.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

Great Stay

Great size room, very tidy, breakfast was amazing. Very quiet in the rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay thank you
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel and staff we’re really friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

Great location good breakfast

The bar and breakfast were good. The parking situation a bit less so with having valet parking only. But even that wasn't that much of a hassle. Great central location very convenient for the restaurants and a short 15-20 minute walk to the Rugby stadium.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay! The bed was extremely comfortable. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Donna G

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

Convenient location

The hotel was super convenient for what we needed, the staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was a bit small but it was well put together and had everything you would need. Plus it was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliet

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location and great breakfast. Staff very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at reception were amazing and very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Dan

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room condition very small
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very new and the interior is fresh and well designed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bakani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Complimentary EV parking was a godsend, overall service was sublime.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property spotless bedroom same and breakfast was excellent. Plenty of variety. Loved our stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean & tidy, Convenient situation Easy to get around
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

cold night

Air conditioner didn’t work so had a very cold night only 1 blanket extra to put on the bed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was very good - service, cleanliness, food - all 5s. Was pleasantly surprised. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

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

Doesn’t look like a hotel from outside

Lovely room comfortable bed , was a bit weird trying to find the entrance not very well signposted when we went in the person told us to go up to no 1 to reception Lovely receptionist very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean. The sitting areas in bar/restaurant were very comfortable

10/10 Excellent

Tina and Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. If you are attending the globox arena it’s a very easy 5 minute quick walk.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023