Peacocke Travel Guide
Hamilton
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.
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.
Waikato Hospital
If Waikato Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Hamilton.
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 Peacocke
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
close to dining area and shops
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
I live in Sydney and Love the Ramada, it is close to everything in the CBD. Staff are so helpful and polite. Everytime I come to Hamilton, I ALWAYS stay here.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Quest on London
The rooms were very spacious, clean, well equipped and comfortable.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
VR Hamilton
Over all it was a decent stay, the bathroom was very dated but clean. The room itself was quite large, with a lack of a living room space. Sheets on the larger bed did not appear freshly changed which was quite off putting
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Nice
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Lake Karapiro Mighty River Domain
good
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Peacocke
Fitzroy
While Fitzroy may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
Glenview
While there might not be top attractions in Glenview, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
Hamilton East
While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
Melville
Melville might not have many top sights, but Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River 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 Lake
While Hamilton Lake isn't home to many top sights, Lake Rotoroa and SkyCity Hamilton are some notable places to visit nearby.
