Christmas lunch at Maakona

When
Thu 25 Dec 2025
Where
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Maakona Restaurant, ibis Hamilton Tainui
Entry
From $60
Tickets
Child - $60
Time
25 December 2025, 12pm-2pm
Our spectacular Christmas lunch was so popular last year it sold out! And it's bound to again this year so be sure to book early! Email lesley.pukeiti@accor.com or phone 07 859 9200.
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