Riverlea

Hamilton

Popular places to visit

Hamilton Gardens showing a bridge and a pond as well as a small group of people

Hamilton Gardens

From the peaceful Japanese Zen Garden to the explosion of color in the Indian Char Bagh Garden, anyone who loves nature will enjoy this man-made paradise.

Hamilton Gardens
I would not usually consider a garden a must-see experience, but I am really glad a local told us to visit Hamilton Gardens. The experience of wandering through a maze of hedges that open into perfectly cultivated gardens plucked complete from other countries and other eras was quite possibly the closest I will ever come to feeling like Alice in Wonderland come to life. You never know what magical sight waits around the next bend in the path.

Hamilton Central Business District

Hamilton Central Business District is just one of the places to see in Hamilton, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in the area.

Hamilton Central Business District

SkyCity Hamilton

Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Hamilton during your travels in Hamilton? Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.

SkyCity Hamilton

Waikato Hospital

Though Waikato Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Hamilton while you are here.

Waikato Hospital

University of Waikato

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Waikato, during your travels in Hamilton. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

University of Waikato

FMG Stadium Waikato

Catch an event at FMG Stadium Waikato during your trip to Hamilton. Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.

FMG Stadium Waikato

Things to do

Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

$30
per adult
Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand
Romantic tour in Hamilton

Romantic tour in Hamilton

$539
per traveler
Romantic tour in Hamilton
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience

Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience

$90
per adult
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves

Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland

$289
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Forest of Ruru in the morning

Full-Day Rainforest Getaway in Northland

$94
per adult
Full-Day Rainforest Getaway in Northland
Native Tuatara at Sanctuary Mountain

Sanctuary Mountain (Mt Maungatautari) & Waitomo Luxury Day tour from Auckland

$391
per adult
Sanctuary Mountain (Mt Maungatautari) & Waitomo Luxury Day tour from Auckland
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Riverlea Hotel Deals

VR Hamilton

VR Hamilton

4 out of 5
237 Victoria Street, Hamilton
$42 nightly
The price is $48 total per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
$48 total
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
6.4/10 (1,000 reviews)
"Room was spacious and comfortable but shower was not good"

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

VR Hamilton
Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

4.5 out of 5
7 Alma Street, Hamilton
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$163 nightly
The price is $188 total per night from Aug 15 to Aug 16
$188 total
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
Parking
"Website states no reserved parking (first come first served basis) and limited parking. When we arrived there was approximately 13 free parking sapces coned off down the side of the building. When I enquired about those spaces i was told by the valet that they had been reseved for a group. Ehat happened ..."

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

3.5 out of 5
287 Victoria Street, Hamilton
$68 nightly
The price is $78 total per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
$78 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Ensure to phone ahead & organise parking. The closest parking at Sky City was $ 40.00 for 19 hours parking. Room was clean & quick check in"

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

4 out of 5
23 Clarence Street, Hamilton
$74 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
$85 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, staff were wonderful."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
16 Thackeray Street, Hamilton
$57 nightly
The price is $66 total per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
$66 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions ArtsPost and Waikato Museum of Art and History ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (732 reviews)
"My friend stayed there. I couldn't make. She wasnt treated well. Initially they refused to give her room key. Even after phone conversation with me"

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2025

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

3 out of 5
86 Ulster Street, Whitiora, Hamilton, Waikato
$78 nightly
The price is $89 total per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
$89 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (996 reviews)
"The hotel has lots of food options within walking distance. There was lots of beds and the rooms are spacious."

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
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Other neighborhoods around Riverlea

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Hillcrest

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hillcrest and surrounding area, you can visit Hamilton Gardens and Globox Arena.

Hillcrest
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Peacocke

When in Peacocke, you can plan a visit to Hamilton Gardens and SkyCity Hamilton, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Peacocke
Hamilton Gardens which includes heritage elements and wildflowers

Hamilton East

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.

Hamilton East
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Ruakura

When in Ruakura, you can plan a visit to Globox Arena and Claudelands Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ruakura
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Claudelands

If you're spending some time in Claudelands, Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are top sights worth seeing.

Claudelands
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Hamilton Lake

While Hamilton Lake isn't home to many top sights, Lake Rotoroa and SkyCity Hamilton are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hamilton Lake
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