Hillcrest
Hamilton
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Popular places to visit
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 New Zealand LDS Temple
Find out about the history of Hamilton when you take a trip to Hamilton New Zealand LDS Temple. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Hamilton : Spellbound Glowworm & Cave Explorer Small Group Tour
Sanctuary Mountain (Mt Maungatautari) & Waitomo Luxury Day tour from Auckland
Hillcrest Hotel Deals
Uni Motel
"Local to uni which is great, the whole place smells very stale and ?? Of cat litter - every time I’ve stayed it smells the same… SUPER inconvenient to have to go to the other side of Hamilton to get the key card, especially considering that it’s advertised to be local to the uni… if you don’t have ..."
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026
Haven to Relax
"Had to clean fridge on arival. No real kitchen area, plastic bowl as no sink. No cupboards. Only one spoon for 2 of us breakfast!!!"
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
"Great location. The spa tub was wonderful. Kitchenette was useful and allowed for us to eat in and relax."
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
"It was just an okay! One night stay. No hot water to have a shower in the morning and no help for the person on reception duty! No offer of a discount for not being able to have a shower!"
Reviewed on Jun 14, 2026
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
"A bit of a miss for me. The reservation/reception staff and valet parking staff were excellent. I travelled with 8 year old and they engaged her and made her feel important which was great as it was a birthday treat for her. The room a little bit over crowded with big furniture. The bathroom a little ..."
Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026
VR Hamilton
"The back entrance from the parking shed was dirty and had a divey feel to it. The room was lovely and warm and the decor was Elizabethan, some may find that dated. The parking was a bit tricky if your vehicle was 4WD. Like the convenience of food places handy to the accomodation and it was surprisingly ..."
Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026
Where to stay in Hillcrest
Hamilton Central
If you're spending some time in Hamilton Central, SkyCity Hamilton and Hamilton Centre Place are top sights worth seeing.
Hamilton East
While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
Flagstaff
When in Flagstaff, you can plan a visit to The Base and FMG Stadium Waikato, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Claudelands
If you're spending some time in Claudelands, Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are top sights worth seeing.
Hamilton Lake
While Hamilton Lake isn't home to many top sights, SkyCity Hamilton and FMG Stadium Waikato are some notable places to visit nearby.
