Hillcrest Travel Guide
Hamilton
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
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.
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.
Waikato Hospital
If Waikato Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Hamilton.
Things to do
Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Cambridge Waikato New Zealand: Tour -45 Min Extreme Jet Boat
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Sanctuary Mountain (Mt Maungatautari) & Waitomo Luxury Day tour from Auckland
Top hotels in Hillcrest
Uni Motel
Large elongated space, windows that allowed fresh air. Rooms were very clean, beds well made. Showers very strong. Staff at counter was prompt - everything went relatively smoothly and we found accommodation quickly.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
Room clean and all the basics where there.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Great stay overall, good location, lovely breakfast. Car parking limited and tight spots but ok.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Clean, easy and fun for the kids. Good location.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre
clean and modern nice place
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Very convenient, lovely location by the river and very friendly and helpful staff
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hillcrest
Hamilton East
While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
Claudelands
While visiting Claudelands, you might make a stop by sights like Globox Arena and Waikato River.
Peacocke
Peacocke might not have many top sights, but Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Hamilton Central
While visiting Hamilton Central, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton.
Fairfield
Fairfield might not have many top sights, but Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Chartwell
Chartwell might not have many top sights, but Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
