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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Cambridge Waikato New Zealand: Tour -45 Min Extreme Jet Boat
Full-Day Rainforest Getaway in Northland
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Top hotels in Chartwell
Holiday Room in Chartwell
It would be better to have some paper towels in the kitchen.
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Overall, very good stay. But breakfast rather expensive for quality of food offered.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Older building structure, but clean and comfortable. Staff was responsive towards enquiries and helpful
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
VR Hamilton
Very clean and spacious room
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Good overall stay
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
The Clements Hotel
A great jewell in the Cambridge crown. Came for a couple of days R+R and ended up extending my stay! Thanks to everyone who made this newly refurbished hotel a great place to stay. Would recommend without question.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Chartwell
Fairfield
Fairfield might not have many top sights, but Claudelands Park and Globox Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Queenwood
While Queenwood isn't home to many top sights, Waterworld and FMG Stadium Waikato are some notable places to visit nearby.
Beerescourt
While Beerescourt isn't home to many top sights, Waterworld and FMG Stadium Waikato are some notable places to visit nearby.
Claudelands
While visiting Claudelands, you might make a stop by sights like Waikato River and Globox Arena.
Rototuna
Though Rototuna may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like FMG Stadium Waikato and Hamilton Centre Place.
Saint Andrews
While Saint Andrews may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Waterworld and FMG Stadium Waikato.
