Fairview Downs Travel Guide
Hamilton
Visit Fairview Downs
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 Fairview Downs
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
Lake Karapiro Mighty River Domain
Lovely spot
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Fairview Downs
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 Waikato River and Globox Arena.
Chartwell
Chartwell might not have many top sights, but Claudelands Park and Globox Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Claudelands
While visiting Claudelands, you might make a stop by sights like Waikato River and Globox Arena.
Fairfield
Fairfield might not have many top sights, but Claudelands Park and Globox Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Hillcrest
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hillcrest and surrounding area, you can visit Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
Hamilton East
While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
