Hamilton Central Travel Guide

Hamilton

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Popular places to visit

Hamilton Central Business District

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.

Hamilton Central Business District
Hamilton Gardens

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 Gardens

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.

SkyCity Hamilton

Hamilton Centre Place

You can enjoy retail therapy at Hamilton Centre Place during your stay in Hamilton. Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.

Hamilton Centre Place

Waikato Museum of Art and History

Learn about the area’s rich Māori history, take in over 3,000 works of art and interact with the wonders of science in this ever-changing cultural center.

Waikato Museum of Art and History

Riff Raff

You can find out about the history of Hamilton with a visit to Riff Raff. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in the area.

Riff Raff

Things to do

Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour

Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour

Rp1.459.417
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries

Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries

Rp293.842
per adult
Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries
Escape Room Experience Area 54

Escape Room Experience Area 54

Rp293.842
per adult
Escape Room Experience Area 54
Waikato River: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

Waikato River: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

Rp1.439.827
per adult
Waikato River: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

Rp489.737
per adult
Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand
Cambridge: Waikato River 45-Minute Extreme Jet Boat Ride

Cambridge: Waikato River 45-Minute Extreme Jet Boat Ride

Rp1.439.827
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cambridge: Waikato River 45-Minute Extreme Jet Boat Ride
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Top hotels in Hamilton Central

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

3.5 out of 5
287 Victoria Street, Hamilton
The price is Rp1.123.564 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp1.123.564
Rp1.292.099 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Ensure to phone ahead & organise parking. The closest parking at Sky City was $ 40.00 for 19 hours parking. Room was clean & quick check in"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

4 out of 5
23 Clarence Street, Hamilton
The price is Rp1.224.049 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp1.224.049
Rp1.407.656 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"A little bit dated. We got the deluxe suite but it didn't have a microwave to heat our food. Other than that, no issues"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

4.5 out of 5
7 Alma Street, Hamilton
The price is Rp2.592.531 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
Rp2.592.531
Rp2.981.396 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
Parking
"Website states no reserved parking (first come first served basis) and limited parking. When we arrived there was approximately 13 free parking sapces coned off down the side of the building. When I enquired about those spaces i was told by the valet that they had been reseved for a group. Ehat happened ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
16 Thackeray Street, Hamilton
Stay at this 4-star motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions ArtsPost and Waikato Museum of Art and History ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (727 reviews)
"Was very full the night we stayed so unfortunately was woken up at 4am in the night. The full occupancy meant that the carpark was a bit tight. Loved the hot tub and the kitchenette with a kitchen sink."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

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Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
VR Hamilton

VR Hamilton

4 out of 5
237 Victoria Street, Hamilton
The price is Rp688.481 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp688.481
Rp791.806 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
6.4/10 (1,004 reviews)
"Very central/in cbd. Clean, spacious rooms. Don't go out your door before 10am checkout and expect to get back in - keycard already cancelled !!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

VR Hamilton
ibis Hamilton Tainui

ibis Hamilton Tainui

3.5 out of 5
18 Alma Street, Hamilton
The price is Rp1.790.851 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
Rp1.790.851
Rp2.059.479 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"This is a very affordable option when visiting Hotel Tainui or the Casino. It is even within (a long) walking distance of Claudlands Event Centre."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

ibis Hamilton Tainui
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Other neighbourhoods around Hamilton Central

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Whitiora

If you're spending some time in Whitiora, Whitiora Bible Church and Prodrive Golf are top sights worth seeing.

Whitiora
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Fairfield

Fairfield might not have many top sights, but Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Fairfield
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Claudelands

While visiting Claudelands, you might make a stop by sights like Globox Arena and Claudelands Park.

Claudelands
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Frankton

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Frankton, you might make a stop by sights like FMG Stadium Waikato and Seddon Park.

Frankton
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Hamilton Lake

While Hamilton Lake isn't home to many top sights, Lake Rotoroa and SkyCity Hamilton are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hamilton Lake
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Hamilton East

While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.

Hamilton East

Hamilton Central Travel Guide