Te Rapa Park Travel Guide
Hamilton
Visit Te Rapa Park
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 relaxing 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 Waikato New Zealand: Tour -45 Min Extreme Jet Boat
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Sanctuary Mountain (Mt Maungatautari) & Waitomo Luxury Day tour from Auckland
Top hotels in Te Rapa Park
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
Good value for money.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Room was clean and comfortable. Staff courteous and efficient
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
What a great stay for a great price !! The $28 breakfast buffet is excellent with great barrista style coffee . All staff encountered were super friendly ! Room was huge with a nice balcony. Would recommend to anyone .
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre
clean and modern nice place
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
The Clements Hotel
Spotless- great staff!
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Really nice hotel in Hamilton. The room was very clean and comfortable, and the staff were great. Within walking distance of lots of great restaurants. Our only complaint was the parking -- we were unable to use any of the parking spots allocated to the hotel, and instead had to find street parking ...
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Te Rapa Park
Flagstaff
While there might not be top attractions in Flagstaff, you can explore the larger area and discover places like FMG Stadium Waikato and Globox Arena.
Te Rapa
Get to know Te Rapa by checking out its spas, restaurants and shopping. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Waterworld or Hamilton Zoo during your time in the area.
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 FMG Stadium Waikato.
Rototuna
Though Rototuna may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like FMG Stadium Waikato and Globox Arena.
Queenwood
While Queenwood isn't home to many top sights, Waterworld and FMG Stadium Waikato are some notable places to visit nearby.
Huntington
While Huntington may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Zealong Tea Estate and Globox Arena.
