ibis Hamilton Tainui

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ibis
8.4 (2628 reviews)
18 Alma Street , Hamilton , nz

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good breakfast
Cons:
Small rooms
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.19
Clean and tidy rooms, but some users felt the rooms were small and basic.
Service
8.66
Staff were friendly and helpful, with highlights at check-in and throughout the stay.
Location
8.9
Perfect location close to the city center, many guests appreciated the convenience.
Room Quality
7.95
Rooms were clean but generally small; issues with bed configurations were noted.
Amenities
8.28
Good breakfast options available, but some amenities like movies were limited.
Value for Money
8.34
Perceived value is decent with quality facilities, though some fees were unexpected.
Food and Beverage
8.49
Breakfast was a highlight for many guests, with good variety and quality.
Overall Experience
8.36
Overall enjoyable stay with strong locations and service, minor room issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 06:57

Property Description

Riverside Gem in the Heart of Hamilton

Convenient Location: Nestled on the banks of the Waikato River, Ibis Hamilton Tainui provides easy access to river walkways, museums, and dining options, making it an ideal choice for exploring the city.

Delicious Dining: Indulge in contemporary New Zealand cuisine at Maakona Restaurant and Bar, open daily for all meals. Enjoy the option to dine on the balcony for a delightful alfresco experience.

Modern Comfort: Relax in well-furnished rooms featuring LCD satellite TVs, air conditioning, and complimentary WiFi. The smoke-free environment ensures a pleasant stay for all guests.

Experience comfort and convenience at Ibis Hamilton Tainui - book your stay now!

Important information:

Please note, there is a 1.4% credit card surcharge when using a credit card.
Please note that car parking is limited and cannot be guaranteed. Guests planning to arrvive by car are welcome to contact the property for more information using the contact details on the booking confirmation. Please note that NZD $50 per night credit card pre-authorization or NZD $100 per night cash bond is required upon check in as a deposit for any incidental charges. Payments with cash or debit card do not attract any additonal surcharge.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: HLZ

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs NZD 38 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 2628 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.19
Service: 8.66
Location: 8.9
Room Quality: 7.95
Amenities: 8.28
Value for Money: 8.34
Food and Beverage: 8.49
Overall Experience: 8.36
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Ricki • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

Clean great service loved it .worth evry dollars

Cons:

No dislikes

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Elias • couple • nz
10
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Pros:

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Cons:

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2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Georgie • solo_traveller • nz
7
Pros:

Always enjoy staying at Ibis, staff are great

Cons:

N/a

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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andy • solo_traveller • nz
5
Cons:

$ 400 one night cost , no smart TV, cant link phone to it ,
Over priced

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Tiffany • couple • nz
8
It was a great place to stay..
Pros:

That it spacious and comfortable. And the fact that its close to city center..

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Weston • couple • nz
7
All good, thank you
Pros:

Always as expected

Cons:

Can’t think of anything

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Lyarna Saunders • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Lyarna Saunders • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Cushla • couple • nz
7
managed to book last minute, accommodating staff, central location
Pros:

Breakfast buffet

Cons:

The rooms are a bit small

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Moana • extended_group • nz
8
Walking distance to the city centre
Pros:

Tidy and clean

Cons:

The front desk on the first floor

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Louise • couple • nz
8
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Rosalie • couple • nz
9
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Elayne • couple • nz
9
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Merideth • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Conrad • couple • au
9
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Suzanne • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Mike • extended_group • au
9
Most enjoyable and convenient
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Krista • family_with_children • nz
9
Enjoyed our one night stay, will be back again
Pros:

The bed was comfy. The buffet breakfast was amazing. The staff were very helpful and kind. The valet parking option was super handy.

Cons:

We found food under the bedside table.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Keryn • couple • nz
8
Pros:

Staff were amazing

Cons:

Bed was hard

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Erin • family_with_children • nz
8
2026-06-14 • via Nuitee