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Hamilton City Oaks

4.0 of 5
237 Victoria Street | Corner Victoria & Collingwood Sts.,, Hamilton 3204, New Zealand (Formerly Le Grand Hotel)
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Hamilton City Oaks
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Springfield
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21 reviews 21 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013 via mobile

I read all the reviews, much prefer old hotels with great character rather than the new square blocks. This hotel was great the room was huge, the staff were friendly and the layout of the hotel was good, nice veranda out the front the place is pretty cool. The ceilings are high the room was clean, we enjoyed our stay.... More

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HamiltonCityOaks, Manager at Hamilton City Oaks, responded to this review
May 11, 2013

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your review. Our property is certainly unique, that is what we are most proud of. We take immense pleasure in being able to serve our guests every day and enjoy what we do. We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future. Warm Regards, Steve Penrose Hotel Manager More

Wellington, New Zealand
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013

The staff are friendly but the rooms are very worn. The worst aspect was the lack of air-conditioning on a hot night. The staff produced a large fan which I had going strong all night and help get the heat down a bit. The bed and pillow were hard. The shower temperature fluctuated. To top it off the taxi driver... More

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HamiltonCityOaks, Manager at Hamilton City Oaks, responded to this review
April 21, 2013

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you so much for your feedback. Any feedback we receive helps to make us better. There are a number of issues raised in your feedback that will help us improve as a property. I have passed on your recommendations and feedback to the relevant department heads to address. Kind Regards, Steve Penrose Hotel Manager More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

Positives: Friendly staff, very large room and wonderful spa for two. Negatives: Holes in net curtains, net curtains looked like they hadn't been washed since being hung up in Executive Room, after emptying out spa bath it wouldn't switch off and you could hear it going from outside the room in the hallway, the receptionist had to come up and... More

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HamiltonCityOaks, Manager at Hamilton City Oaks, responded to this review
April 21, 2013

Dear Valued Guest, Many thanks for your feedback regarding you recent experience at Hamilton City Oaks. Please accept my sincere apologies that your experience was not the best. Any feedback we do receive helps to make us better. I will be looking into all points that are raised to see where we can improve at this time before the hotel... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013 via mobile

I read some of the bad reviews but thought I would take the chance, I am not super fussy but wished we had of gone down the road to the Novotel now. It is pretty old and it feels like you have stepped back to the 30's, very high ceilings and rooms are nice and big. Unfortunately it feels as... More

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HamiltonCityOaks, Manager at Hamilton City Oaks, responded to this review
April 21, 2013

Dear Valued Guest, I thank you for taking the time to share the experience during your last stay. We pride ourselves in offering a high level of service. I am very disappointed that we were not able to meet your expectations during your stay. There are a number of issues raised in your feedback that will help us improve as... More

Auckland Region, New Zealand
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 6, 2013

Just stayed for one night here. Absolutely awful got no sleep what so ever. In the welcome pack they mention you may get some street noise and they supply ear plugs. They fail to mention there are 2 night clubs near by and boy racers go round the hotel screeching to a halt at the traffic lights outside. We also... More

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New Zealand
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 31, 2013

I stayed in January 2013 – this was a last minute decision. I saw a special deal and booked. They self rated at 4 stars so my expectations were fairly high. I wrote the following that night with the exception I had to add my bed was very comfy to sleep in. How they describe the room on wotif “This... More

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Auckland, New Zealand
Senior Contributor
31 reviews 31 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 6, 2013

We remember the days when this property was managed by Rydges and named "Le Grand". We figure that Rydges must've figured she was now too worn out to give her any more botox … so new owners have shut down the restaurant, retired a few rooms, slapped on some cheap signs and … wallah "Hamilton City Oaks". However, although worn,... More

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HamiltonCityOaks, General Manager at Hamilton City Oaks, responded to this review
March 12, 2013

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you so much for your feedback. Any feedback we receive helps to make us better. There are a number of issues raised in your feedback that will help us improve as a property. I appreciate your kind comments about our staff and I am very glad to hear you could take advantage of our central city... More

Rotterdam
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48 reviews 48 reviews
32 hotel reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2013

We stayed at this hotel for 1 night... unfortunately.... after check in ( ladies were very helpful ) we entered our room wich was a bit strange and too big. Do you know the feeling that you're in a room and it doesn't feel right??That was our experience. Very big windows which let trough lots of street noise ( room... More

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HamiltonCityOaks, General Manager at Hamilton City Oaks, responded to this review
February 26, 2013

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you so much for your feedback. Any feedback we receive helps to make us better. There are a number of issues raised in your feedback that will help us improve as a property. I have passed on your recommendations and feedback to the relevant department heads to address. Please feel free to contact me directly at... More

Sydney
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13 reviews 13 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 15, 2013

Perfectly located in the center of Hamiltons version of Eat Out Area and an easy walk to the small Casino, this hotel is just fine for a lazy weekend. The beds are very springy soft and comfortable and the ceilings are HIGH (4mt +). Coupled with long windows the room I had (Superior 42 m2) seemed spacacious and airy. Great... More

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HamiltonCityOaks, General Manager at Hamilton City Oaks, responded to this review
February 17, 2013

Dear Valued Guest, It is great to hear that you were able to take advantage of our central location and explored the City. It is much appreciated that you have taken the time to write good things about our hotel and staff. Feedback really is a great driver in ensuring we as a property can keep striving to the high... More

Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 10, 2013 via mobile

Very Spacious room with very high ceilings. Tv coverage was a bit average and bathroom was clean with a good shower, ample free parking out the back with security was a bonus. Hotel was very handy to many great restaurant options and the italian restaurant next door was well priced with good service. Service from hotel staff was above and... More

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HamiltonCityOaks, General Manager at Hamilton City Oaks, responded to this review
February 11, 2013

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you so much for your praise of our staff. All our team actively read Trip Advisor and Guest Feedback and it is much appreciated that you have taken the time to write a good review. Feedback really is a great driver in ensuring we as a property can keep striving to the high standards we have.... More

 
 
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Additional Information about Hamilton City Oaks

Also Known As:
Le Grand Hamilton
Address: 237 Victoria Street | Corner Victoria & Collingwood Sts.,, Hamilton 3204, New Zealand (Formerly Le Grand Hotel)
Region: New Zealand > North Island > Hamilton
Amenities:
Business Center Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Suites
Hotel Style:
#5 Luxury Hotels in Hamilton
Price Range: $
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Hamilton City Oaks is located within a stunning heritage listed building in the heart of the Hamilton city. With its beautiful surroundings, Hamilton City Oaks continues to impress and satisfy its guests through providing the warmth and genuine hospitality that has become the hallmark of the Hotel. A versatile set of function rooms, comfortable and high quality accommodation, combined with our attentive and friendly team makes Hamilton City Oaks a great venue for business or leisure. ... more   less 
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