Hamilton Central

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The Waikato River flowing through central Hamilton
The Waikato River flowing through central Hamilton
I would not usually consider a garden a must-see experience, but I am really glad a local told us to visit Hamilton Gardens.  The experience of wandering through a maze of hedges that open into perfectly cultivated gardens plucked complete from other countries and other eras was quite possibly the closest I will ever come to feeling like Alice in Wonderland come to life.  You never know what magical sight waits around the next bend in the path.
It's just a jump to the left...and then a step to your right.

Tucked away off Victoria Street, you'll find the unlikely statue of Riff Raff from The Rocky Horror Picture Show in downtown Hamilton. Apparently it's creator, Richard O'Brien, lived and cut hair here in the spot of the now gone Embassy Theatre, which housed the Late Night Double Feature Picture Show. It's astounding!
Waikato featuring fishing and a lake or waterhole

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Hamilton Central Hotel Deals

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
16 Thackeray Street Hamilton
The price is NT$1,963 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
NT$1,963
NT$2,257 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions ArtsPost and Waikato Museum of Art and History are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (855 reviews)
Room was immaculate. Didnt use any amenities except room, but overall above average.

Reviewed on 2026/3/8

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

3.5 out of 5
287 Victoria Street Hamilton
The price is NT$2,210 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
NT$2,210
NT$2,542 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
Older building. A bit run down. Room was small. Parking limited and very tight

Reviewed on 2026/3/10

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 NT$2,601 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
NT$2,601
NT$2,991 total
Mar 12 - Mar 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Beds were very comfortable and rooms were clean. Staff were friendly.

Reviewed on 2026/3/7

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
ibis Hamilton Tainui

ibis Hamilton Tainui

3.5 out of 5
18 Alma Street Hamilton
The price is NT$3,617 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
NT$3,617
NT$4,160 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Air conditioning good. Bathroom.ckean but very dated and very small. Bed good. Toom small. Should be complimentary water in the fridge. Didn't use bar. Breakfast was good. Was not happy to pay for valet parking even though the valet service was good.

Reviewed on 2026/3/9

ibis Hamilton Tainui
Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre

Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre

4.5 out of 5
36 Liverpool Street Hamilton
The price is NT$1,722 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
NT$1,722
NT$1,981 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Founders Theatre and FMG Stadium Waikato ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (458 reviews)
Staff were very friendly and the rooms are spotless. A very nice motel best so far in New Zealand

Reviewed on 2026/3/5

Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre
Quest on London

Quest on London

4 out of 5
51 London Street Hamilton
The price is NT$3,131 per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
NT$3,131
NT$3,601 total
Mar 18 - Mar 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (438 reviews)
Poor check in experience, staff member didn't know what she was doing and it took ages. Car park is small, very tight and cars are up on hoists, felt the parking charge was excessive. Room was mostly clean but tired. Old single glazed windows meant the outside noise was quite loud even when closed. ...

Reviewed on 2026/3/9

Quest on London
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Other neighborhoods around Hamilton Central

Aerial drone panoramic view looking at Whitiora Bridge over the Waikato River as it cuts through the city of Hamilton, in the Waikato region of New Zealand

Whitiora

While Whitiora isn't home to many top sights, FMG Stadium Waikato and Claudelands Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Whitiora
Seamless 360 degree aerial drone panoramic view over the city of Hamilton, captured over the Waikato River in Fairfield, in the Waikato region of New Zealand.

Fairfield

While Fairfield might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Claudelands Park and Globox Arena.

Fairfield
Aerial drone view, from Claudelands Bridge, over Hamilton City

Claudelands

If you're spending some time in Claudelands, Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are top sights worth seeing.

Claudelands
Dusk along the Waikato River in Hamilton, New Zealand

Frankton

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

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
Te Parapara Garden
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Hamilton East

4/5(1 area review)

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

Hamilton East


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