Hillcrest Travel Guide
Hamilton
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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 walkable 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.
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
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
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Top hotels in Hillcrest
Uni Motel
"Local to uni which is great, the whole place smells very stale and ?? Of cat litter - every time I’ve stayed it smells the same… SUPER inconvenient to have to go to the other side of Hamilton to get the key card, especially considering that it’s advertised to be local to the uni… if you don’t have ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
"Room was well sized and clean, they ask for ID,car rego and credit cards details, both these things I have never been asked before."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
"Desk management not feedback with things I wanted"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
"A bit of a miss for me. The reservation/reception staff and valet parking staff were excellent. I travelled with 8 year old and they engaged her and made her feel important which was great as it was a birthday treat for her. The room a little bit over crowded with big furniture. The bathroom a little ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
VR Hamilton
"Pretty good- didn't get much sleep personally, as there was a-lot of noise and doors slamming till 3am. So if you want somewhere peaceful & quiet and a deep sleep wouldn't recommend here for this. Otherwise it was great on every other level! Thanks"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
"Comfey bed, good location"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Hillcrest
Hamilton Central
While visiting Hamilton Central, you might make a stop by sights like SkyCity Hamilton and Hamilton Centre Place.
Hamilton East
While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
Flagstaff
While there might not be top attractions in Flagstaff, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Base and FMG Stadium Waikato.
Claudelands
While visiting Claudelands, you might make a stop by sights like Globox Arena and Claudelands Park.
Hamilton Lake
While Hamilton Lake isn't home to many top sights, Lake Rotoroa and SkyCity Hamilton are some notable places to visit nearby.
