Melville Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Hamilton Gardens

Hamilton Gardens

4.5/5(223 reviews)

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

3.5/5(197 reviews)

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

SkyCity Hamilton

4/5(119 reviews)

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

4/5(56 reviews)

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

Waikato Hospital

University of Waikato

4/5(33 reviews)

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

FMG Stadium Waikato

4.5/5(57 reviews)

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

Romantic tour in Hamilton

Romantic tour in Hamilton

AU$823
per traveller
Romantic tour in Hamilton
Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries

Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries

AU$28
per adult
Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries
Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

AU$46
per adult
Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience

Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience

AU$137
per adult
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves

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

AU$441
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$594
per adult
Sanctuary Mountain (Mt Maungatautari) & Waitomo Luxury Day tour from Auckland
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Our pick of the best Melville Hotel Deals

Lorne Apartments

Lorne Apartments

3 out of 5
37 Lorne St, Hamilton, Waikato
The price is AU$152 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$152
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lake Rotoroa and Hamilton Gardens are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (16 reviews)
"Excellent location to hospital- 5min walk."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Lorne Apartments
Astra Motor Lodge

Astra Motor Lodge

3 out of 5
47 Kahikatea Drive, Melville, Hamilton
The price is AU$175 per night from 18 July to 19 July
AU$175
18 July - 19 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Lake Rotoroa and Waikato Museum of Art and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (226 reviews)
"Good room. Good spa. Microwave was faulty. Otherwise v good."

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2025

Astra Motor Lodge
BKs Premier Motel Hamilton

BKs Premier Motel Hamilton

4 out of 5
50 Tawa Street, Melville, Hamilton, Waikato
The price is AU$207 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$207
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (336 reviews)
"Awesome location cleanest friendly staff"

Reviewed on 8 May 2025

BKs Premier Motel Hamilton
Argent Motor Lodge

Argent Motor Lodge

3.5 out of 5
27 Lorne Street, Hamilton
The price is AU$160 per night from 25 July to 26 July
AU$160
25 July - 26 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (406 reviews)
"Great staff and very accomodating. Clean and easy to stay at. Was very quiet. Lovely thank you!"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Argent Motor Lodge
5 Minutes Walk to hospital ground and River

5 Minutes Walk to hospital ground and River

Hamilton
The price is AU$231 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$231
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this vacation home in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lake Rotoroa and Hamilton Gardens are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (5 reviews)
Such a great place
"From the moment we opened the front door we knew we had booked a great place. Everything was so nicely done and presented. The whole family felt very comfortable and at home. Would have loved to stay longer - will keep an eye out for it next time we staying there!"

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

5 Minutes Walk to hospital ground and River
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

3.5 out of 5
287 Victoria Street, Hamilton
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$120 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$120
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Staff were friendly access easy very clean"

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
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Other neighbourhoods around Melville

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Hamilton Lake

4/5(62 area reviews)

While Hamilton Lake isn't home to many top sights, Lake Rotoroa and SkyCity Hamilton are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hamilton Lake
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Fitzroy

While Fitzroy may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hamilton Gardens and SkyCity Hamilton.

Fitzroy
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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.

Glenview
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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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Frankton

4.5/5(30 area reviews)

While visiting Frankton, you might make a stop by sights like FMG Stadium Waikato and Seddon Park.

Frankton
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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