Hamilton Central

Hamilton

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Waikato showing a sandy beach, rugged coastline and a bay or harbor
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Waikato which includes tranquil scenes and land animals

Popular places to visit

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
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

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

Hamilton Centre Place

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Hamilton Centre Place during your visit to Hamilton. Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.

Hamilton Centre Place

Waikato Museum of Art and History

Learn about the area’s rich Māori history, take in over 3,000 works of art and interact with the wonders of science in this ever-changing cultural center.

Waikato Museum of Art and History

ArtsPost

You can spend time exploring the galleries in ArtsPost during your travels in Hamilton. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in the area.

ArtsPost

Things to do

Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience

Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience

$87
per adult
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour

Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour

$87
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves

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

$298
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
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Hamilton Central Hotel Deals

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

4.5 out of 5
7 Alma Street Hamilton
$154 nightly
The price is $178 total per night from Jan 10 to Jan 11
$178 total
Jan 10 - Jan 11
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
close to dining area and shops

Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026

Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

3.5 out of 5
287 Victoria Street Hamilton
$62 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
$72 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
I live in Sydney and Love the Ramada, it is close to everything in the CBD. Staff are so helpful and polite. Everytime I come to Hamilton, I ALWAYS stay here.

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Quest on London

Quest on London

4 out of 5
51 London Street Hamilton
$82 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Jan 10 to Jan 11
$95 total
Jan 10 - Jan 11
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (419 reviews)
The rooms were very spacious, clean, well equipped and comfortable.

Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025

Quest on London
VR Hamilton

VR Hamilton

4 out of 5
237 Victoria Street Hamilton
$41 nightly
The price is $47 total per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
$47 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
6.6/10 (1,001 reviews)
Yes clean room and shops nearby

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026

VR Hamilton
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
16 Thackeray Street Hamilton
$65 nightly
The price is $75 total per night from Jan 10 to Jan 11
$75 total
Jan 10 - Jan 11
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions ArtsPost and Waikato Museum of Art and History are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (800 reviews)
Clean room, good location and good value for money. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
ibis Hamilton Tainui

ibis Hamilton Tainui

3.5 out of 5
18 Alma Street Hamilton
$104 nightly
The price is $120 total per night from Jan 10 to Jan 11
$120 total
Jan 10 - Jan 11
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Staff were lovely

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

ibis Hamilton Tainui
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Other neighborhoods around Hamilton Central

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Whitiora

While Whitiora isn't home to many top sights, FMG Stadium Waikato and Hamilton Centre Place are some notable places to visit nearby.

Whitiora
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Fairfield

While Fairfield might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Globox Arena and Claudelands Park.

Fairfield
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Claudelands

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

Claudelands
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Frankton

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting Frankton, you might make a stop by sights like FMG Stadium Waikato and Seddon Park.

Frankton
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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
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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Hamilton Central

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