Tauwhare 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 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, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Cambridge Waikato New Zealand: Tour -45 Min Extreme Jet Boat
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 Tauwhare
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
Very clean and tidy, newly redecorated. Great location. Friendly welcome and lovely staff. Thanks
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Room was clean and comfortable. Staff courteous and efficient
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre
Bathroom was moldy, complained to the reception multiple times that the upstairs guests were banging around untill 1:30am and nothing was done about It
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Clean room , staff friendly
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Opal Hot Springs & Holiday Park
The place was overall great quality and as advertised. We had access to good shower/toilet bathrooms next door. The only problems were the stove top only worked at full temp so we had to use the communal kitchen, and the tree scraping on the side of the building (cabin 7) kept us awake all 3 nights ...
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
The Clements Hotel
Nicholas was amazing. Knowledgeable, extremely curteous, and with a tromendous sence of humour. Everything you want from a host. The hotel was immaculately presented, with every detail taken care of.well done team for 5 star stay.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tauwhare
Hillcrest
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hillcrest and surrounding area, you can visit Hamilton Gardens and Globox Arena.
Ruakura
While Ruakura may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Globox Arena and Claudelands Park.
Peacocke
Peacocke might not have many top sights, but Hamilton Gardens and SkyCity Hamilton are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Claudelands
While visiting Claudelands, you might make a stop by sights like Globox Arena and Claudelands Park.
Hamilton East
While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
Chartwell
Chartwell might not have many top sights, but Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
