Western Heights Travel Guide
Hamilton
Visit Western Heights
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 Western Heights
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
The size of the room was HUGE. The best bathroom on my trip. A EV charging station.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 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
The air con in the studio room we had booked was very noisy and we got upgraded to a one bedroom unit with a bran new, silent, air con. What a difference it made. The 1 bedroom suite was very spacious, clean and confortable with a small kitchenette. The buffet breakfast was surprisingly good given ...
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre
clean and modern nice place
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
The Clements Hotel
Room spotless all ok EXCEPT I wandered down to have dinner in your restaurant but couldn't handle the loud dreadful music. So I went to Hanoi Boy around the corner !
Reviewed on 6 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 Western Heights
Dinsdale
Dinsdale might not have many top sights, but FMG Stadium Waikato and Lake Rotoroa are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Frankton
While visiting Frankton, you might make a stop by sights like FMG Stadium Waikato and Seddon Park.
Temple View
Temple View is known for its luxurious spas, and you can make a stop by Hamilton New Zealand LDS Temple and Taitua Arboretum while in the area.
Whitiora
When in Whitiora, you can plan a visit to FMG Stadium Waikato and Hamilton Centre Place, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Hamilton Lake
While Hamilton Lake isn't home to many top sights, Lake Rotoroa and SkyCity Hamilton are some notable places to visit nearby.
