Hillcrest Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Hamilton Gardens

Hamilton Gardens

From the peaceful Japanese Zen Garden to the explosion of colour in the Indian Char Bagh Garden, anyone who loves nature will enjoy this man-made paradise.

Hamilton Gardens
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

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.

University of Waikato

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

Waikato Hospital

If Waikato Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Hamilton.

Waikato Hospital

FMG Stadium Waikato

Catch an event at FMG Stadium Waikato during your trip to Hamilton. Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.

FMG Stadium Waikato

Activities

Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries

Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries

AU$27
per adult
Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience

Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience

AU$136
per adult
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

AU$46
per adult
Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand
Romantic tour in Hamilton

Romantic tour in Hamilton

AU$821
per traveller
Romantic tour in Hamilton
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves

Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland

AU$438
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Native Tuatara at Sanctuary Mountain

Sanctuary Mountain (Mt Maungatautari) & Waitomo Luxury Day tour from Auckland

AU$593
per adult
Sanctuary Mountain (Mt Maungatautari) & Waitomo Luxury Day tour from Auckland
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Our pick of the best Hillcrest Hotel Deals

Uni Motel

Uni Motel

4 out of 5
88 Knighton Road, Hillcrest, Hamilton, Waikato
The price is AU$85 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$85
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Hamilton Gardens and Memorial Park are located ...
Uni Motel
Haven to Relax

Haven to Relax

Hamilton
The price is AU$156 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$156
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Hamilton Gardens and Memorial Park are located ...
Haven to Relax
VR Hamilton

VR Hamilton

4 out of 5
237 Victoria Street, Hamilton
The price is AU$80 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$80
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
VR Hamilton
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

3.5 out of 5
287 Victoria Street, Hamilton
The price is AU$114 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$114
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Great Central Spot
"Great convenient place to stay in central Hamilton"

Reviewed on 24 Aug. 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

4.5 out of 5
7 Alma Street, Hamilton
The price is AU$275 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$275
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Microtel Lodge

Microtel Lodge

2 out of 5
140 Ulster St, Hamilton, Waikato
The price is AU$62 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$62
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Whitiora Bible Church and FMG Stadium Waikato are ...
Microtel Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Hillcrest

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Hamilton East

4/5(68 area reviews)

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

Hamilton East
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Claudelands

4/5(30 area reviews)

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

Claudelands
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Peacocke

Peacocke might not have many top sights, but Hamilton Gardens and SkyCity Hamilton are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Peacocke
Waikato showing rocky coastline and a bay or harbour

Hamilton Central

While visiting Hamilton Central, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton.

Hamilton Central
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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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Chartwell

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

Chartwell

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