Title: Visit Hillcrest: 2026 Hillcrest, Hamilton Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Hillcrest](https://expedia.com/Hillcrest-Hamilton-Hotels.0-n693039121230950400-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Hamilton](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Hamilton.d6048121.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Hamilton](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Hamilton.d6048121.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Hillcrest](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Hillcrest.d693039121230950400.Car-Rental-Guide)[Hillcrest Vacations](https://expedia.com/Hillcrest.d693039121230950400.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Hillcrest ## Hamilton ## Visit Hillcrest Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Hamilton Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Hamilton.dx6048121) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Hamilton Gardens showing a bridge and a pond as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111820/b6f83733-5baa-47a6-95a1-5a5d7ba79bd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hamilton Gardens 5/5(26 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Hamilton-Gardens-Hamilton-East.d6111820.Vacation-Attraction) ![ the closeup image of auckland new zealand temple. A temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532610849/1c00dc79-e8c6-4e9c-8f26-b80d2076e746.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hamilton New Zealand LDS Temple 4.5/5(3 reviews) Find out about the history of Hamilton when you take a trip to Hamilton New Zealand LDS Temple. While in this relaxing area, find time to visit its spas. [](https://expedia.com/Hamilton-New-Zealand-LDS-Temple-Temple-View.d553248621532610849.Vacation-Attraction) ![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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048121/94ce94f0-4df2-4db3-9869-24bc78847870.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hamilton Central Business District 4/5(6 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Hamilton-Central-Business-District-Hamilton.d3000664945.Vacation-Attraction) #### University of Waikato 5/5(5 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/University-Of-Waikato-Hamilton.d6110770.Vacation-Attraction) #### Waikato Hospital 4/5(1 review) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Waikato-Hospital-Hamilton.d6249514.Vacation-Attraction) #### SkyCity Hamilton 4.5/5(6 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/SkyCity-Hamilton-Hamilton-Central.d6294027.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4565462/02b06aa0-3f82-4162-acfc-4545b47c3407.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience $89 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/raglan-sunset-canyoning-tour-and-glowworm-experience.a4565462.activity-details) ![Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4524151/595ea38e-9f80-45b3-8cef-cfa98ebdd031.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour $89 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/lake-karapiro-evening-kayak-glowworm-tour.a4524151.activity-details) ![Waitomo Glow Worm Caves](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1395243/22b176f5-1d78-4ae6-b313-eaabc1f15c89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland $309 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/small-group-hobbiton-and-waitomo-day-tour-with-lunch-from-auckland.a1395243.activity-details) ![Forest of Ruru in the morning](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1301069/a67d13d4-f342-461b-8a87-97767596eef9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full-Day Rainforest Getaway in Northland $93 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-rainforest-getaway-in-northland.a1301069.activity-details) ![From Hamilton: Waitomo Glowworm & Cave Explorer Small Group Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50919297/8f243bb8-c03a-4cbb-8f72-a5eb3293203f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Hamilton: Waitomo Glowworm & Cave Explorer Small Group Tour $171 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/from-hamilton-waitomo-glowworm-cave-explorer-small-group-tour.a50919297.activity-details) ![Native Tuatara at Sanctuary Mountain](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45276550/b23f6d9b-9bd3-43a3-aeb7-68ad48e06b58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sanctuary Mountain (Mt Maungatautari) & Waitomo Luxury Day tour from Auckland $387 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/sanctuary-mountain-mt-maungatautari-waitomo-luxury-day-tour-from-auckland.a45276550.activity-details) [See all activities in Hamilton](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Hamilton.d6048121.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Hillcrest Hotel Deals ![Uni Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18930000/18922700/18922664/f215e089_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Uni Motel 88 Knighton Road, Hillcrest Hamilton Waikato $60 nightly $69 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Hamilton Gardens and Memorial Park are located nearby. 7.8/10 Good! (160 reviews) I didn't know that there is no staff onsite and that reception is at a different motel that is further than walking distance away. I found this out after I booked. The lights on the outside of the building and lack of good curtains meant that room 1 was not dark at night. I asked to be moved which ... Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F29%2F2026&endDate=3%2F30%2F2026&selected=18922664&PinnedHotelID=18922664&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693039121230950400) ![Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5970000/5960700/5960694/229d6e44_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge 16 Thackeray Street Hamilton $55 nightly $63 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 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! (866 reviews) Clean and tidy. Location is convenient too. Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F29%2F2026&endDate=3%2F30%2F2026&selected=5960694&PinnedHotelID=5960694&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693039121230950400) ![Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478500/4478409/56083e40_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center 287 Victoria Street Hamilton $76 nightly $87 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 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. ... 7.4/10 Good! (1,002 reviews) Was ok Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F29%2F2026&endDate=3%2F30%2F2026&selected=4478409&PinnedHotelID=4478409&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693039121230950400) ![Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3150000/3145600/3145591/e6289452_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton 23 Clarence Street Hamilton $79 nightly $92 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) Nice and clean. Bed was comfy and AC worked fine. Breakfast was really basic continrntal but certainly no Croissant here. Pool not heated. Rooms look very sad, in need of modernity and sofa/chairs need serious vlean up. Too expensive for the quality. Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F29%2F2026&endDate=3%2F30%2F2026&selected=3145591&PinnedHotelID=3145591&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693039121230950400) ![ibis Hamilton Tainui](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1730000/1725300/1725279/3cfded77_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ibis Hamilton Tainui 18 Alma Street Hamilton Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $109 nightly $125 total Apr 19 - Apr 20 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! (1,003 reviews) Modern, clean hotel with helpful, friendly staff. Restaurant and bar available. Lovely second floor open seating and lounge area on the river side. Other restaurants and cafes not far away. Valet parking for $40\. Would stay again! Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F19%2F2026&endDate=4%2F20%2F2026&selected=1725279&PinnedHotelID=1725279&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693039121230950400) ![Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/851300/851265/86c78bb8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre 36 Liverpool Street Hamilton $58 nightly $67 total Mar 27 - Mar 28 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Founders Theatre and FMG Stadium Waikato ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (462 reviews) Motel parked close to supermarket and CBD is ideal walking distance. Rooms were great, front desk clerk was friendly. Only thing i can suggest is numbering the carpark spaces for your room number. As the park near my room was taken not a major hassle did find a park in end. 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[](https://expedia.com/Hamilton-Ruakura.dx693039148148793344) ![Te Parapara Garden #hiking](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048121/6ac208a6-64f6-4f88-8941-8f4589f5cad7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hamilton East 4/5(1 area review) While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River. [](https://expedia.com/Hamilton-Hamilton-East.dx553248635974587169) ![Aerial drone view, from Claudelands Bridge, over Hamilton City](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974587250/9b29a1b7-14b9-4d2e-8463-e06fdca619ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Claudelands If you're spending some time in Claudelands, Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are top sights worth seeing. 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[](https://expedia.com/Hamilton-Peacocke.dx693039064908636160) ![The Waikato River flowing through central Hamilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/693039871457718272/f0033727-ad35-4fbd-a066-ee0e5c9a31b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hamilton Central If you're spending some time in Hamilton Central, Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton are top sights worth seeing. 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