Hillcrest Travel Guide

Hamilton

Popular places to visit

Hamilton Gardens

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
Hamilton Central Business District

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

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

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

Waikato Hospital

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

Waikato Hospital

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.

FMG Stadium Waikato

Things to do

Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour

Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour

฿2,874
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Waikato River: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

Waikato River: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

฿2,835
per adult
Waikato River: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

฿964
per adult
Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand
Cambridge: Waikato River 45-Minute Extreme Jet Boat Ride

Cambridge: Waikato River 45-Minute Extreme Jet Boat Ride

฿2,835
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cambridge: Waikato River 45-Minute Extreme Jet Boat Ride
The best of Hamilton walking tour

The best of Hamilton walking tour

฿17,164
per traveller
The best of Hamilton walking tour
Romantic tour in Hamilton

Romantic tour in Hamilton

฿17,164
per traveller
Romantic tour in Hamilton
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Top hotels in Hillcrest

Uni Motel

Uni Motel

4 out of 5
88 Knighton Road, Hillcrest, Hamilton, Waikato
The price is ฿1,791 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
฿1,791
฿2,060 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Hamilton Gardens and Memorial Park are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (147 reviews)
"Very convenient. Easy to find."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Uni Motel
VR Hamilton

VR Hamilton

4 out of 5
237 Victoria Street, Hamilton
The price is ฿1,353 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿1,353
฿1,556 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 helpful ...
6.4/10 (1,000 reviews)
"Right in the centre of town"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

VR Hamilton
Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

4.5 out of 5
7 Alma Street, Hamilton
The price is ฿5,095 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
฿5,095
฿5,860 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Always a great stay, with friendly service and great facilities."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Novotel Tainui 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 ฿2,213 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿2,213
฿2,545 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
Excellent!
"Nice big clean rooms and staff were extremely helpful. We had booked a board room for a bit of a get together and this was all taken care of very smoothly."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
16 Thackeray Street, Hamilton
Stay at this 4-star motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions ArtsPost and Waikato Museum of Art and History ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (733 reviews)
"My friend stayed there. I couldn't make. She wasnt treated well. Initially they refused to give her room key. Even after phone conversation with me"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

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Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

4 out of 5
23 Clarence Street, Hamilton
The price is ฿2,578 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿2,578
฿2,965 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"It's comfortable, will likely to stay again"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
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Other neighbourhoods around Hillcrest

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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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Peacocke

Peacocke might not have many top sights, but Hamilton Gardens and SkyCity Hamilton are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Peacocke
Waikato showing rugged coastline and a bay or harbour

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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Chartwell

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

Chartwell

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