Forest Lake Travel Guide
Hamilton
Visit Forest Lake
Popular places to visit
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 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 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.
Waterworld
You can take time to visit Waterworld during your travels to 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 visit to Hamilton? Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.
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.
Things to do
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Hamilton : Spellbound Glowworm & Cave Explorer Small Group Tour
Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Top hotels in Forest Lake
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
"Good value for money, anytime of the day. Will stay here again."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
"Small tricky bathroom. Travelling for work no deal or chair to work at and next to no PowerPoints"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
"Excellent service and close to town. Have returned many times over the years."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
VR Hamilton
"Retro but clean and convenient"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
"Very comfortable and convenient."
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre
"Very, very clean. Comfortable bed, great kitchen utensils, and very well set out cupboards which stocked all the appliances we needed. These were all immaculately clean and tidy. The bathroom was very clean and tidy. It had all the towels and cloths we needed well stocked up. The whole area was well ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Forest Lake
Whitiora
When in Whitiora, you can plan a visit to FMG Stadium Waikato and Hamilton Centre Place, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Avalon
When in Avalon, you can plan a visit to The Base and Hamilton Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Te Rapa
Get to know Te Rapa by checking out its spas, restaurants and shopping. Consider a visit to nearby sights like The Base or Waterworld during your time in the area.
Frankton
While visiting Frankton, you might make a stop by sights like FMG Stadium Waikato and Lake Rotoroa.
Saint Andrews
While Saint Andrews may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Waterworld and The Base.
Hamilton Central
While visiting Hamilton Central, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton.
