Hillcrest Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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 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 walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Our pick of the best Hillcrest Hotel Deals
Uni Motel
Room was clean upon arrival, there is no reception onsite so you have to collect your room key from another motel.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Haven to Relax
Had to clean fridge on arival. No real kitchen area, plastic bowl as no sink. No cupboards. Only one spoon for 2 of us breakfast!!!
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
It was perfect
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
how easy it was to apply on line for accommodation and check in someone was available to greet me as i came in late then given a door key and told where my room was. Room was very clean, the shower was one step up but found the stepping out a bit shaky. I enjoyed my breakfast and i didnt need to ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
Always stay here
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
VR Hamilton
The street parking is frustrating theres no close ones especially if you get there about 5pm so you might want to pay for parking at vr. Rooms are clean property could do with a makeover a few broken things in room but for a bed for the night it works and its cheap close to casino and food variety ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hillcrest
Hamilton East
While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
Claudelands
While visiting Claudelands, you might make a stop by sights like Globox Arena and Claudelands Park.
Bader
When in Bader, you can plan a visit to Hamilton Gardens and SkyCity Hamilton, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Peacocke
Peacocke might not have many top sights, but Hamilton Gardens and SkyCity Hamilton are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Hamilton Central
While visiting Hamilton Central, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton.
Fairfield
Fairfield might not have many top sights, but Claudelands Park and Globox Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
