Hillcrest

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

€76
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves

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

€246
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries

Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries

€15
per adult
Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience

Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience

€76
per adult
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

€26
per adult
Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand
Native Tuatara at Sanctuary Mountain

Sanctuary Mountain (Mt Maungatautari) & Waitomo Luxury Day tour from Auckland

€332
per adult
Sanctuary Mountain (Mt Maungatautari) & Waitomo Luxury Day tour from Auckland
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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 €57 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
€57
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Hamilton Gardens and Memorial Park are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (146 reviews)
"I thought the room was very good for the money. Stayed a week and only had one night with noisy people next door which could happen anywhere. Had use of laundry which was great. Decent sized room as well."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Uni Motel
Haven to Relax

Haven to Relax

Hamilton
The price is €91 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
€91
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Hamilton Gardens and Memorial Park are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (4 reviews)
One night stay
"Everything was great, bed was comfortable, everything we needed. Being dog friendly made it even better as we were able to take our small dog. Thank you."

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2024

Haven to Relax
VR Hamilton

VR Hamilton

4 out of 5
237 Victoria Street, Hamilton
The price is €41 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
€41
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
6.4/10 (1,001 reviews)
"Very central/in cbd. Clean, spacious rooms. Don't go out your door before 10am checkout and expect to get back in - keycard already cancelled !!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

VR Hamilton
Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

4.5 out of 5
7 Alma Street, Hamilton
The price is €169 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
€169
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
Parking
"Website states no reserved parking (first come first served basis) and limited parking. When we arrived there was approximately 13 free parking sapces coned off down the side of the building. When I enquired about those spaces i was told by the valet that they had been reseved for a group. Ehat happened ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €68 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
€68
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Ensure to phone ahead & organise parking. The closest parking at Sky City was $ 40.00 for 19 hours parking. Room was clean & quick check in"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 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 WiFi, room service, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions ArtsPost and Waikato Museum of Art and History ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (728 reviews)
"Very nice clean room with a lovely Spa."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Hillcrest

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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.

Ruakura
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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 featuring a bay or harbour and rugged coastline

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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