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A bedroom with a large window, a bed with a blue blanket, and a bathroom with a glass shower door.
A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a microwave, and a window offering a view of buildings. Two wooden chairs are placed at the counter.
A modern dining area with a marble table, a colorful striped vase with branches, and a view of the city through large windows.
A modern kitchen with a large window, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with bar stools.

1. Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited
1.9 km from Waikato River
Australia
Stephen
฿2,626
฿3,020 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a framed picture on the wall and a window providing natural light.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a mirror above it.
A display of Natural Earth personal care products including a shower cap, body wash, conditioner, and moisturizer.
An outdoor seating area with a sofa, ottoman, and table, surrounded by greenery and a staircase.

2. Argent Motor Lodge

Argent Motor Lodge
2.1 km from Waikato River
Australia
Jennifer
฿3,436
฿3,952 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Argent Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a wooden bed, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.
A compact kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and cabinets. There is a glass table with two chairs.
A building with a parking lot, a staircase leading to a second floor, and a row of benches along the exterior wall.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and cabinets, a glass table with two chairs, and a window with curtains.

3. Auto Lodge Motel

Auto Lodge Motel
2.3 km from Waikato River
Australia
Shayne
฿1,968
฿2,263 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Auto Lodge Motel
A bed with two pillows, a bedside table with a fruit bowl, and a potted plant.
A multi-story hotel with a parking lot and a fenced area.
A covered patio area with potted plants and a chair.
A small outdoor seating area with two chairs and a table, surrounded by white siding walls and potted plants.

4. BKs Premier Motel Hamilton

BKs Premier Motel Hamilton
2.4 km from Waikato River
United States
Montana
฿3,389
฿3,897 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
BKs Premier Motel Hamilton
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a sofa, and large windows.
Two people in a hot tub with a wooden edge, holding wine glasses.
A wooden hot tub with a step leading up to it, surrounded by a wooden fence and a grey wall.
A modern apartment with a living area, kitchenette, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

5. Atrium on Ulster

Atrium on Ulster
2.3 km from Waikato River
Australia
Marama
฿2,501
฿2,876 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Atrium on Ulster
A building with a sign labeled "QUEST" on the facade.
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with green bedding, and a large window offering a city view.
A compact kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a small seating area with a yellow chair.
A reception area with a counter, a desk, a chair, a sign reading "QUEST", and a flower vase.

6. Quest On Ward

Quest On Ward
0.7 km from Waikato River
Australia
Cory
฿2,737
฿3,148 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Quest On Ward
A concrete planter with a banana plant and a tree with red and orange leaves.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, a microwave, and a window with a view of trees.
A modern hotel room with two orange leather sofas, a white coffee table, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and an air conditioning unit on the ceiling.
A building with a curved roof, a reception area, and a sign that reads 'TEAWA.'

7. Te Awa Suites

Te Awa Suites
2.2 km from Waikato River
Australia
Liam
฿3,090
฿3,554 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Te Awa Suites
A motel with multiple units, a parking lot, and a street with moving traffic.
A bathroom with a large mirror, a white vanity, and a glass shower enclosure.
A display of Natural Earth products including body wash, conditioner, and bath salts.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, oven, and dishwasher.

8. Astra Motor Lodge

Astra Motor Lodge
2.4 km from Waikato River
Australia
Troy
฿2,952
฿3,395 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Astra Motor Lodge
A modern dining area with a round table, black chairs, and a bowl of fruit. There is a ceiling fan, a flat-screen TV, and large windows with curtains.
A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa set, a TV mounted on the wall, and a large window with curtains.
A reception area with a white desk, black leather couch, and abstract wall art.
A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, and a wall-mounted abstract painting.

9. Camelot on Ulster

Camelot on Ulster
2 km from Waikato River
Australia
Dean
฿2,368
฿2,723 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Camelot on Ulster
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a built-in microwave.
A white door with a handle, a white air conditioning unit mounted on the wall, and a light fixture on the ceiling.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV on the wall, and a window with curtains.
A parking lot with a wet surface, likely from recent rain.

10. Norton Motel

Norton Motel
2 km from Waikato River
New Zealand
Kathy
฿2,370
฿2,726 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Norton Motel
A spacious café with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, and a balcony with a railing.
A pool area with lounge chairs and red umbrellas.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, and a large window with curtains.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted television, and a sign indicating the reception.

11. Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
0.6 km from Waikato River
Australia
Sarah-Jayne
฿2,861
฿3,290 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
A modern bathroom with a bathtub, a sink, a toilet, and a shower.
A room with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a residential area with houses.
A two-story building with green doors, a balcony, and a bench outside.

12. Hamilton Settlers Motor Lodge

Hamilton Settlers Motor Lodge
1.9 km from Waikato River
Australia
Frank
฿1,973
฿2,269 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hamilton Settlers Motor Lodge
A garden with a gravel path, wooden fences, and various plants and flowers.
A reception area with a reception desk, a sofa, and a window providing a view of the outdoors.
The entrance to Ashwood Manor with a sign indicating a motor lodge.
A hotel room with a bed, two red armchairs, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.

13. Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
0.7 km from Waikato River
Australia
Brad
฿1,845
฿2,122 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
A compact kitchen with a washing machine, microwave, oven, and a refrigerator.
Bathroom
A compact room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a small table.
A kitchenette with a toaster, kettle, and a small shelf with boxes.

14. Lorne Apartments

Lorne Apartments
2 km from Waikato River
Australia
Glen
฿2,237
฿2,573 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Lorne Apartments
A modern lobby with a bar area, wooden ceiling, and seating arrangements.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.
A modern hotel with a distinctive facade featuring a large 'N' and wave patterns, multiple floors, and a covered parking area.
A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, ceiling lights, and a large screen.

15. Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Novotel Tainui Hamilton
0.5 km from Waikato River
Australia
Corrina
฿4,357
฿5,010 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with a view of the outside.
A modern building with a flat roof and large windows, surrounded by a parking area and a wooden fence.
A compact kitchen with dark blue cabinets, a white stove, and a yellow countertop.
A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, and a ceiling light.

16. Stanley Apartments

Stanley Apartments
1.5 km from Waikato River
Australia
Johnny
฿2,214
฿2,546 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Stanley Apartments
A modern hotel room with a bed, a black leather sofa, a small table, and a view of the outside.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a window with a view of trees, and a marble backsplash.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, a microwave, a sink, and a window with a view of greenery.
A room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a red storage unit, a dining table with four chairs, and a patterned carpet.

17. Beetham Park Motel

Beetham Park Motel
2.3 km from Waikato River
Australia
nick
฿2,252
฿2,968 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Beetham Park Motel
A narrow pathway leading to a building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and potted plants.
A two-story building with a balcony and a covered porch area.
A bed with white and red bedding, a heart-shaped pillow, and a window with curtains.
A two-story house with a balcony, a driveway, and a car parked in front.

18. Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre

Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre
0.8 km from Waikato River
Australia
JOHN
฿1,598
฿2,216 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a built-in oven.
A building with a sign for 'Microtel Lodge' and a contact number.
A two-story building with a sign reading "Microtel Lodge."
A modern hotel room with a grey carpet, two beds with white linens, a green armchair, and a visible air conditioning unit.

19. Microtel Lodge

Microtel Lodge
1.8 km from Waikato River
Australia
Joanne (jo)
฿1,217
฿1,400 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Microtel Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A modern building with large windows and a covered parking area.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a desk with a chair. There is a kitchenette in the background.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a dishwasher, a sink, and an oven.

20. Zeta Motel

Zeta Motel
1.7 km from Waikato River
Australia
MERVYN
฿2,090
฿2,403 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Zeta Motel
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Compare popular hotels close to Waikato River

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A bedroom with a large window, a bed with a blue blanket, and a bathroom with a glass shower door.
Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited
10.0
Exceptional
35 reviews
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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a framed picture on the wall and a window providing natural light.
Argent Motor Lodge
9.6
Exceptional
450 reviews
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A hotel room with a wooden bed, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.
Auto Lodge Motel
9.4
Exceptional
353 reviews
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A bed with two pillows, a bedside table with a fruit bowl, and a potted plant.
BKs Premier Motel Hamilton
9.4
Exceptional
389 reviews
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A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a sofa, and large windows.
Atrium on Ulster
9.2
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
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Top Waikato River Hotel Reviews

ibis Hamilton Tainui

ibis Hamilton Tainui

8/10 Good
"nothing"
Charles 1-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
ibis Hamilton Tainui
Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre

Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre

10/10 Excellent
"Our room succeeded our expectations. It was a lovely, tidy, remodelled room. We really enjoyed our stay."
Katie 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

8/10 Good
"Check in and out was easy, the staff were friendly and overall we had a great experience. The hotel is located centrally with an easy walk to bars, cafe etc. Parking was a bonus and also one of the reasons I selected the hotel. The hotel itself was quite dated compared to the photos. In saying that though our room was clean and tidy."
Aimee 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

8/10 Good
"Great for families with children. Love the late check out."
Lenka 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were very friendly and welcoming and helpful. The room was great- all newly refurbished."
Michelle 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

8/10 Good
"No cooking facilities in the studio though was cooking utensils. An electric fry pan would be handy. Otherwise excellent place to stay. Close to all town amenities"
Scott 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
VR Hamilton

VR Hamilton

8/10 Good
"Hi, this is still one of my favourite hotels. The rooms and bathrooms are spacious and clean. Yes the bathrooms sparkle. The place is showing its wear and tear but it is heritage listed which must make repairs costly. I love the ambience of the place and the location is amazing"
Darlene 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
VR Hamilton
Microtel Lodge

Microtel Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay handy to PaknSave and to get to Claudelands Event Centre"
Joanne (jo) 1-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Microtel Lodge
Quest On Ward

Quest On Ward

8/10 Good
"‘"
Cory 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Quest On Ward

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Waikato River?
Waikato River is located in an area that travellers like for its gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 50 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Waikato River?
Adjacent to Waikato River, VR Hamilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and parking. Other good options close by include Novotel Tainui Hamilton and Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Waikato River?
Expedia has 50 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Waikato River.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Waikato River, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Waikato River.
What can I see and do near Waikato River?
Spend some time wandering around Claudelands Park, Hamilton Gardens and Taitua Arboretum. Create some family memories at Waterworld and Rototuna Performing Arts Centre. Attractions like Globox Arena and Waikato Museum of Art and History highlight the local culture.