Ibis Tainui Hamilton

Stayed at Ibis Hamilton for a night travelling back towards Auckland. Centrally located in Hamilton with lots to see and do around. Carparking is a bit sparce - you can pay for the valet park or take your chance on the surrounding streets which have variations of fees/charges - we arrived late and left earlyish so wasn't really an issue. Nearby casino, riverfront and shopping centres with lots of eating options as well. Rooms are reasonably spacious and comfortable - lots of mention of noise from trains on other posts but didn't really notice these. Room was clean with all amenities as listed available. Easy and quick check in process - reception is on the first floor. We didn't use the bar area but used the breakfast in the morning - great range of breakfast options to get started for the day.

What an awesome stay at Ibis Hamilton. I have stayed at a few Ibis hotels around the world over the years but this one is unlike the others. It has a very modern and fresh feel and firstly I was greeted at the door by the friendliest valet parking team youll ever meet. They were thoughtful and considerate with their questions and it was a real pleasure to have a genuine conversation and that was before I'd even checked in! Reception were quite friendly as well and I was checked in in no time having been given all the info I would need about how to get to my room and the restaurant. Note reception is on 1st floor but there are lifts available. The room was a king and it was quite spacious compared to Ibis hotels of old and would comfortably fit 2 people and their luggage with room to move around. The bathroom was not the usual 'cabin' but a nice bathroom with a normal shower. They had nice thick towels and hand towels which was very nice. The bathroom mirror also had a backlight which helped to see what you were doing. Shower had decent pressure too. The bed was medium soft and comfortable, slept like a log. Pillows comfy too. The air con was one of the better ones Ive had a hotel. You could control the temp up or down as far as you wanted and it would auto adjust. You could also control fan speed or leave on auto as I did. The fan is much quieter than other hotels so it doesnt disturb your sleep. It also maintains a consistent temp. They have two sets of blinds, one is semi transparent and the other blackout which helps when sleeping. They have thought of other things like plugs and usb ports by each bedside, good beside lamps and low wall lighting all controlled separately from bedside. You can even press the top of the alarm clock to turn off the display so the light doesnt shine at night. Tea and coffee kettle supplied and small fridge. Iron and board complete the amenities. There is a drawer as well for items plus plenty of hangers for clothes and a spare pillow if needed. Hotel location is central which is handy. Parking was $40 valet and my car was waiting for me in the morning as planned. I didnt have time for breakfast so cant comment on restaurant. Overall a thoroughly pleasant stay and will stay again next time I'm in Hamilton.

We stayed here for one night. Room was comfortable with a view over the river. Good location near the main street and very close to a nice Italian restaurant. Initially they gave us a room with the wrong bed configuration but this was fixed (not without some grumbling by reception though which made us feel like it was our fault). Breakfast at the hotel was very nice.