Hillcrest

Hamilton

Popular places to visit

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

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.

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

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.

Hamilton Central Business District

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.

University of Waikato

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.

SkyCity Hamilton

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.

Waikato Hospital

FMG Stadium Waikato

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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

Romantic tour in Hamilton

Romantic tour in Hamilton

$539
per traveler
Romantic tour in Hamilton
Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

$30
per adult
Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience

Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience

$89
per adult
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves

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

$288
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

$393
per adult
Sanctuary Mountain (Mt Maungatautari) & Waitomo Luxury Day tour from Auckland
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Hillcrest Hotel Deals

Uni Motel

Uni Motel

4 out of 5
88 Knighton Road, Hillcrest, Hamilton, Waikato
$55 nightly
The price is $64 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$64 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Hamilton Gardens and Memorial Park are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (146 reviews)
"I thought the room was very good for the money. Stayed a week and only had one night with noisy people next door which could happen anywhere. Had use of laundry which was great. Decent sized room as well."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

Uni Motel
Haven to Relax

Haven to Relax

Hamilton
$91 nightly
The price is $102 total per night from Jul 18 to Jul 19
$102 total
Jul 18 - Jul 19
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this apartment in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions SkyCity Hamilton and Hamilton Gardens are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (4 reviews)
One night stay
"Everything was great, bed was comfortable, everything we needed. Being dog friendly made it even better as we were able to take our small dog. Thank you."

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2024

Haven to Relax
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

3.5 out of 5
287 Victoria Street, Hamilton
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$66 nightly
The price is $76 total per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
$76 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
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)
"Staff were friendly access easy very clean"

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

4 out of 5
23 Clarence Street, Hamilton
$80 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
$92 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Fabulous staff, lovely to have space for a cuppa with family, we will be back"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
16 Thackeray Street, Hamilton
$60 nightly
The price is $70 total per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
$70 total
Jul 17 - Jul 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! (720 reviews)
"The room was spacious and clean with all that we needed. Great value for money. Friendly staff. The only small issue was the parking was tight for my cx5. I would possibly suggest a note on how to operate the tv might be helpful for some. Overall, we enjoyed our stay, thank you!"

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

4.5 out of 5
7 Alma Street, Hamilton
$156 nightly
The price is $179 total per night from Jul 23 to Jul 24
$179 total
Jul 23 - Jul 24
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! (1,001 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
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Other neighborhoods around Hillcrest

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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Claudelands

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

Claudelands
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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
Waikato showing rugged coastline and a bay or harbor

Hamilton Central

If you're spending some time in Hamilton Central, Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton are top sights worth seeing.

Hamilton Central
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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
Spring time in the Waikato, bright yellow kowhai trees and the tui singing and feeding in the tree.

Chartwell

While Chartwell 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.

Chartwell
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