Forest Lake 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 relaxing 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.
Waterworld
You can take time to visit Waterworld during your travels to Hamilton. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
Waikato Hospital
If Waikato Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Hamilton.
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.
Things to do
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
From Hamilton: Waitomo Glowworm & Cave Explorer Small Group Tour
11 Day Shared Rail Tour of NZ North Island
Top hotels in Forest Lake
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
Clean and tidy. Location is convenient too.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Overall we were very pleased with our [short] stay. So let's try and divide the great from the less so. We had the family two bed apartment and it was enormous for the price. The downside is that the building the hotel sits in was built originally in the 1800's - it is very old. Not a problem, just ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
Friendly breakfast attendent
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Check in was helpful and friendly. Free newspaper to read which was a nice touch. Pool available. Clean, great fluffy towels. The properties are somewhat old fashioned and need updating, bathrooms especially, (wear and tear etc) and a little bistro balcony set would be nice. Near to the centre if ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
ibis Hamilton Tainui
Modern, clean hotel with helpful, friendly staff. Restaurant and bar available. Lovely second floor open seating and lounge area on the river side. Other restaurants and cafes not far away. Valet parking for $40. Would stay again!
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre
The room I was in felt like it had 'emergency housing' people staying next door which did not feel very safe.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Forest Lake
Beerescourt
While Beerescourt isn't home to many top sights, Waterworld and FMG Stadium Waikato are some notable places to visit nearby.
Whitiora
When in Whitiora, you can plan a visit to FMG Stadium Waikato and Hamilton Centre Place, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Te Rapa
Get to know Te Rapa by checking out its spas, restaurants and shopping. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Waterworld or Hamilton Zoo during your time in the area.
Frankton
While visiting Frankton, you might make a stop by sights like FMG Stadium Waikato and Seddon Park.
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.
Hamilton Central
While visiting Hamilton Central, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton.
