Forest Lake Travel Guide
Hamilton
Visit Forest Lake
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.
Waterworld
You can take time to visit Waterworld during your travels to Hamilton. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
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.
Things to do
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
The best of Hamilton Private walking tour
Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Top hotels in Forest Lake
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
The size of the room was HUGE. The best bathroom on my trip. A EV charging station.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Great stay overall, good location, lovely breakfast. Car parking limited and tight spots but ok.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Clean, easy and fun for the kids. Good location.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre
clean and modern nice place
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
The Clements Hotel
Room spotless all ok EXCEPT I wandered down to have dinner in your restaurant but couldn't handle the loud dreadful music. So I went to Hanoi Boy around the corner !
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Very convenient, lovely location by the river and very friendly and helpful staff
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Forest Lake
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.
Fairfield
Fairfield might not have many top sights, but Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
