Title: Melville Travel Guide: Best of Melville, Hamilton Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Melville](https://expedia.co.uk/Melville-Hamilton-Hotels.0-n693039129486098432-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Hamilton](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Hamilton.d6048121.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Hamilton](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Hamilton.d6048121.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Melville Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Melville.d693039129486098432.Car-Hire-Guide)[Melville Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Melville.d693039129486098432.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Melville Travel Guide ## Hamilton ![Dusk along the Waikato River in Hamilton, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976008248/3c57970d-0ac5-4ac4-b052-4b9ab4b1b01d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Melville Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Hamilton travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Hamilton.dx6048121) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Hamilton Gardens](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111820/b6f83733-5baa-47a6-95a1-5a5d7ba79bd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hamilton-Gardens-Hamilton-East.d6111820.Attraction) ![ the closeup image of auckland new zealand temple. A temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532610849/1c00dc79-e8c6-4e9c-8f26-b80d2076e746.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hamilton-New-Zealand-LDS-Temple-Temple-View.d553248621532610849.Attraction) ![Hamilton Central Business District](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048121/94ce94f0-4df2-4db3-9869-24bc78847870.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hamilton-Central-Business-District-Hamilton.d3000664945.Attraction) #### Waikato Hospital If Waikato Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Hamilton. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Waikato-Hospital-Hamilton.d6249514.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/SkyCity-Hamilton-Hamilton-Central.d6294027.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Waikato-Hamilton.d6110770.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4564345/416b58ea-5e5e-48f4-9500-e1947c7ed019.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise £64 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cambridge.a4564345.activity-details) ![Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4565462/02b06aa0-3f82-4162-acfc-4545b47c3407.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience £65 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/raglan-sunset-canyoning-tour-and-glowworm-experience.a4565462.activity-details) ![Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4524151/595ea38e-9f80-45b3-8cef-cfa98ebdd031.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour £65 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lake-karapiro-evening-kayak-glowworm-tour.a4524151.activity-details) ![Escape Room Experience Area 54](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49826895/0f064065-280f-4d76-9778-74336fca292c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Escape Room Experience Area 54 £13 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/escape-room-experience-area-54.a49826895.activity-details) ![Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1395243/d9b5e140-fc9f-4d84-8d92-bc3be4759996.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland £224 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/small-group-hobbiton-and-waitomo-day-tour-with-lunch-from-auckland.a1395243.activity-details) ![Cambridge: Waikato River 45-Minute Extreme Jet Boat Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4527786/7efbd80c-3528-4358-a5ae-ea09aa4c75d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cambridge Waikato New Zealand: Tour -45 Min Extreme Jet Boat £64 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cambridge-waikato-new-zealand-tour-45-min-extreme-jet-boat.a4527786.activity-details) [See all activities in Hamilton](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Hamilton.d6048121.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Melville ![BKs Premier Motel Hamilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14840000/14834300/14834245/494a7a62_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### BKs Premier Motel Hamilton 50 Tawa Street Hamilton Waikato £80 3 Apr - 4 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (379 reviews) All good Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=04%2F04%2F2026&selected=14834245&PinnedHotelID=14834245&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693039129486098432) ![Lorne Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64080000/64073500/64073404/61e5aeee_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lorne Apartments 37 Lorne St Hamilton Waikato £44 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this apartment in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lake Rotoroa and Hamilton Gardens are located ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (45 reviews) Parking was secured. Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=64073404&PinnedHotelID=64073404&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693039129486098432) ![Astra Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626500/9626470/a9ff7e34_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Astra Motor Lodge 47 Kahikatea Drive Hamilton £80 2 Apr - 3 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Lake Rotoroa and Blastacars Hamilton are located ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (258 reviews) The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was nice and clean with a nice shower in the bathroom. However, the parking area was tight and difficult to back out when filled. I would recommend to the owners to put more hooks in the rooms for coats, towels etc. Also, have more than one small ... Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F04%2F2026&endDate=03%2F04%2F2026&selected=9626470&PinnedHotelID=9626470&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693039129486098432) ![Argent Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6070000/6068500/6068442/2329ccb4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Argent Motor Lodge 27 Lorne Street Hamilton Fully refundable £77 26 Apr - 27 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (429 reviews) Staff very good and obliging Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F04%2F2026&endDate=27%2F04%2F2026&selected=6068442&PinnedHotelID=6068442&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693039129486098432) ![Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5970000/5960700/5960694/229d6e44_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge 16 Thackeray Street Hamilton £43 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions ArtsPost and Waikato Museum of Art and History are ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (867 reviews) The spa was great. There wasnt a plug available for the spa but the staff managed to find one for us. The kitchen doesnt have cooking facilities but the fridge and microwave was enough for us. The room was reasonably clean Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=5960694&PinnedHotelID=5960694&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693039129486098432) ![Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478500/4478409/56083e40_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center 287 Victoria Street Hamilton £71 19 Apr - 20 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews) 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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=4478409&PinnedHotelID=4478409&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693039129486098432) [See all 310 properties in Melville](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026®ionId=693039129486098432) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Hamilton-Hamilton-Lake.dx553248635976007712) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Glenview While there might not be top attractions in Glenview, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hamilton Gardens and SkyCity Hamilton. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hamilton-Glenview.dx693039112459870208) ![Hamilton East](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048121/6ac208a6-64f6-4f88-8941-8f4589f5cad7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hamilton East While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hamilton-Hamilton-East.dx553248635974587169) ![Dusk along the Waikato River in Hamilton, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976008248/3c57970d-0ac5-4ac4-b052-4b9ab4b1b01d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Frankton 4/5(1 area review) While visiting Frankton, you might make a stop by sights like FMG Stadium Waikato and Seddon Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hamilton-Frankton.dx553248635976008248) ![The Waikato River flowing through central Hamilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/693039871457718272/f0033727-ad35-4fbd-a066-ee0e5c9a31b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hamilton Central While visiting Hamilton Central, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton. 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