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Hamilton Holidays
The stunning coast of the Coromandel and Mount Maunganui, Rotorua’s hot springs, the caves of Waitomo and Raglan’s perfect surf are all within easy reach of Hamilton. The inland city also has its own charming attractions, including gardens and museums.
Even though it’s the fourth largest city in New Zealand, Hamilton has less than 150,000 residents. It’s a laid-back place with a vibrant café culture, along with a thriving art and music scene. The North Island city also has a proud sporting history centred around the rugby union team The Chiefs.
Hamilton is situated along the the Waikato River, the longest river in the country. You can enjoy its jade green waters by boarding the Waikato River Explorer. This cruise will take you through Hamilton and into the countryside.
Visit the Waikato Museum, with detailed displays of the area’s settler past, both Māori and European. Admire the comprehensive collection of visual art and explore science.
The free Hamilton Gardens showcase a superb collection of New Zealand’s native plants and international garden designs.
Hamilton is close to the deep, majestic Waitomo Caves, which are lit up by thousands of glowworms. Abseil into the caves and tube the rest during an exhilarating “black-water rafting” tour. For a calmer day out, head to leafy Cambridge, with its elegant boutique stores and cafés, or take the kids to the Kiwi House and Native Bird Park in Otorohanga or Hamilton Zoo.
After seeing all the nearby highlights, explore more of the North Island’s stunning natural beauty by visiting beaches, white-capped mountains and forests with hot springs.
Hamilton’s compact size makes it easy to navigate on foot. There’s also a free shuttle bus that runs a circuit of the city every 10 minutes. The climate is mild year-round, though winter nights can get very cold
Guide to Exploring Hamilton
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Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
23 Clarence Street, HamiltonLocated in the heart of Hamilton, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Waikato Museum of Art and History, Southern Cross Hospital, and Memorial Park. SkyCity Hamilton and Hamilton Centre Place are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
16 Thackeray Street, HamiltonSituated in the business district, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Waikato Museum of Art and History, SkyCity Hamilton, and Seddon Park. Founders Theatre and Hamilton Centre Place are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
7 Alma Street, HamiltonSituated in Hamilton, this luxury hotel is steps from Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton. Waikato Museum of Art and History and Founders Theatre are also within 15 minutes.
Sarnia Park
151 Maungatautari Road, CambridgeSituated in a rural location, this lodge is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Cambridge i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Monavale Blueberries. Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari is 21.5 mi (34.5 km) away.
VR Hamilton
237 Victoria Street, HamiltonSituated on the riverwalk, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of SkyCity Hamilton and Waikato Museum of Art and History. Hamilton Centre Place and Southern Cross Hospital are also within 15 minutes.
Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre
100 Garnett Ave Te Rapa, HamiltonLocated in Te Rapa, this eco-friendly hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Waterworld and Prodrive Golf. Waikato Stadium and The Base are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Camelot on Ulster
231 Ulster Street, HamiltonLocated in Hamilton North, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Waikato Stadium and Prodrive Golf. Founders Theatre and Seddon Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Motel Six Hamilton
30 Abbotsford Street, HamiltonLocated in Hamilton North, this apartment is within a 10-minute walk of Waikato Stadium and Prodrive Golf. Founders Theatre and Seddon Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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