Hillcrest Travel Guide

Hamilton

A clear river with surrounding greenery and trees.

Stay near popular Hillcrest attractions

University of Waikato

8.6/10 (119 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

฿2,863
per adult
Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Cambridge: Waikato River 45-Minute Extreme Jet Boat Ride

Cambridge Waikato New Zealand: Tour -45 Min Extreme Jet Boat

฿2,858
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cambridge Waikato New Zealand: Tour -45 Min Extreme Jet Boat
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour

Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour

฿2,902
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland

Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland

฿9,642
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience

Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience

฿2,902
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
From Hamilton: Waitomo Glowworm & Cave Explorer Small Group Tour

Hamilton : Spellbound Glowworm & Cave Explorer Small Group Tour

฿5,746
per adult
Hamilton : Spellbound Glowworm & Cave Explorer Small Group Tour
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Where to stay in Hillcrest

Find the best Hillcrest areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A calm lake surrounded by lush greenery and trees, with a few buildings in the background.

Hamilton Central

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

A garden with colorful flowers, a fountain, and a building with arches.
Photo by Mircea L
Open Photo by Mircea L

Hamilton East

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

A river with a bridge, trees, and buildings in the background.

Frankton

While visiting Frankton, you might make a stop by sights like FMG Stadium Waikato and Seddon Park.

An aerial view of a city with a river, bridges, and surrounding greenery.

Claudelands

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

Two people walking in the fog among big trees, Hamilton lake (also known as Lake Rotoroa), Hamilton, New Zealand.

Hamilton Lake

While Hamilton Lake isn't home to many top sights, Lake Rotoroa and SkyCity Hamilton are some notable places to visit nearby.

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