Hillcrest Travel Guide

Hamilton

Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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University of Waikato

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Waikato during your travels in Hamilton. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

University of Waikato
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Waikato Hospital

If Waikato Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Hamilton.

Waikato Hospital
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SkyCity Hamilton

Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Hamilton during your visit to Hamilton? Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.

SkyCity Hamilton
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Waikato Stadium

Catch an event at Waikato Stadium during your trip to Hamilton. Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.

Waikato Stadium

Things to do

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Romantic tour in Hamilton

฿17,530
Per adult
Romantic tour in Hamilton
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The best of Hamilton walking tour

฿17,530
Per adult
The best of Hamilton walking tour
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Hamilton Gardens Audio Tour

฿217
Per adult
Hamilton Gardens Audio Tour
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Hamilton Gardens Private Highlights Tour

฿3,259
Per adult
Hamilton Gardens Private Highlights Tour
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Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

฿1,086
Per adult
Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand
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Waikato River: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

฿2,629
Per adult
Waikato River: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
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Top hotels in Hillcrest

VR Hamilton
VR Hamilton
4 out of 5
237 Victoria Street, Hamilton
The price is ฿1,845 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
฿1,845
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean ...
6.2/10 (1,004 reviews)
"Staff member was super nice and helpful especially with their carpark times as we were there for a family function so getting up early and getting back late"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

VR Hamilton
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
3.5 out of 5
287 Victoria Street, Hamilton
The price is ฿3,145 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿3,145
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.4/10 Good! (999 reviews)
"The room I stayed in was very spacious and two double beds was great to make amples of room and therefore it was a lovely room the staff were especially courteus and made my stay very comfortable"

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
4.5 out of 5
7 Alma Street, Hamilton
The price is ฿5,447 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
฿5,447
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Not clear there is parking to rear of property so valet parking is suggested. Staff didn’t seem to remember patrons"

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Hygate Motor Lodge
Hygate Motor Lodge
3 out of 5
299 Ulster Street, Whitiora, Hamilton, Waikato
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,733 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
฿2,733
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (340 reviews)
Hidden gem
"Will stay again. I travel alot as a hotels.com gold member for several years. Nice spacious room. Only issues, 1 long hair of a female on bathroom floor and bar fridge froze the milk over night and some of my food that had to be thrown out as was a 1 night stay. Otherwise 5 star service"

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Hygate Motor Lodge
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
4 out of 5
23 Clarence Street, Hamilton
The price is ฿3,294 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
฿3,294
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Quiet and easy parking. Included breakfast was very good."

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
3 out of 5
86 Ulster Street, Whitiora, Hamilton, Waikato
The price is ฿3,124 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
฿3,124
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8/10 Very Good! (979 reviews)
"Nice hotel. Clean. Comfy."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
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Other neighbourhoods around Hillcrest

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Ruakura

While Ruakura may 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.

Ruakura
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Hamilton East

While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.

Hamilton East
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Claudelands

While visiting Claudelands, you might make a stop by sights like Globox Arena and Claudelands Park.

Claudelands
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Enderley

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Enderley and surrounding area, you can visit Globox Arena and Claudelands Park.

Enderley
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Hamilton Central

While visiting Hamilton Central, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton.

Hamilton Central
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Fairfield

Fairfield might not have many top sights, but Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Fairfield

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