Title: Visit Hamilton Lake: 2026 Hamilton Lake, Hamilton Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Hamilton Lake](https://expedia.com/Hamilton-Lake-Hamilton-Hotels.0-n553248635976007712-0.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 Hamilton Lake](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Hamilton-Lake.d553248635976007712.Car-Rental-Guide)[Hamilton Lake Vacations](https://expedia.com/Hamilton-Lake.d553248635976007712.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Hamilton Lake ## Hamilton ## Visit Hamilton Lake 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) #### Braemar Hospital Though Braemar 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/Braemar-Hospital-Hamilton-Lake.d6249517.Vacation-Attraction) #### Lake Rotoroa 4.5/5(21 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Rotoroa during your travels in Hamilton. [](https://expedia.com/Lake-Rotoroa-Hamilton-Lake.d553248634739998555.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) ### 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) --- ## Hamilton Lake Hotel Deals ![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 $52 nightly $61 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! (859 reviews) Internet was great! Parking 🙄 was difficult to find a spot. Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F29%2F2026&endDate=3%2F30%2F2026&selected=5960694&PinnedHotelID=5960694&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007712) ![Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624000/9623914/b62d72be_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre 23 Thackeray Street Hamilton Waikato $55 nightly $64 total Mar 30 - Mar 31 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Popular attractions ArtsPost and Waikato Museum of Art and History are ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (99 reviews) There are no check-in staff at the motel, so you have to check-in at a different hotel and then come here. That guy was pretty nice and friendly though. The shower had a tiny drain and no shower tray, so the bathroom completely flooded, even with a short shower. There is not stove or anything in ... Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F30%2F2026&endDate=3%2F31%2F2026&selected=9623914&PinnedHotelID=9623914&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007712) ![Lake Point Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/6000000/6000000/5999981/92b8471e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lake Point Motel 42 Thackeray St Hamilton $67 nightly $77 total Mar 18 - Mar 19 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Lake Rotoroa and ArtsPost are located ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (250 reviews) Room was sparsely furnished. Ants on kitchen bench. Mould and cobwebs on windows. Exposed wiring on the floor. Very dated and in need of serious upgrade. Host arrived 15 minutes after we arrived even though we had confirmed our arrival time earlier in the day Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F18%2F2026&endDate=3%2F19%2F2026&selected=5999981&PinnedHotelID=5999981&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007712) ![Tudor Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626531/ecd8de2a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tudor Motor Lodge 24 Thackeray Street Hamilton $61 nightly $71 total Apr 14 - Apr 15 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 7.8/10 Good! (358 reviews) Tidy, clean room Comfortable bed accommodating staff Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F14%2F2026&endDate=4%2F15%2F2026&selected=9626531&PinnedHotelID=9626531&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007712) ![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 $67 nightly $78 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 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! (1,001 reviews) Tired. Small room. Minute bathroom ( step up to shower). No character. Disappointing. Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F22%2F2026&endDate=3%2F23%2F2026&selected=4478409&PinnedHotelID=4478409&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007712) ![Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519212/5886b55b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton 86 Ulster Street Hamilton Waikato $75 nightly $87 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this 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! (1,001 reviews) Check in was helpful and friendly. Free newspaper to read which was a nice touch. Pool available. Clean, great fluffy towels. The properties are somewhat old fashioned and need updating, bathrooms especially, (wear and tear etc) and a little bistro balcony set would be nice. Near to the centre if ... 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[](https://expedia.com/Hamilton-Melville.dx693039129486098432) ![Dusk along the Waikato River in Hamilton, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976008248/3c57970d-0ac5-4ac4-b052-4b9ab4b1b01d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Frankton 3.5/5(2 area reviews) While visiting Frankton, you might make a stop by sights like FMG Stadium Waikato and Seddon Park. [](https://expedia.com/Hamilton-Frankton.dx553248635976008248) ![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, SkyCity Hamilton and Waikato River are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Hamilton-Hamilton-Central.dx693039871457718272) ![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 panoramic view looking at Whitiora Bridge over the Waikato River as it cuts through the city of Hamilton, in the Waikato region of New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/693039156669120512/1b0fb64e-7f97-4500-a253-6fe38edc0fd2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Whitiora While Whitiora isn't home to many top sights, FMG Stadium Waikato and Hamilton Centre Place are some notable places to visit nearby. 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