Ruakura 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 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.
Waikato Hospital
If Waikato Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Hamilton.
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 Ruakura Hotel Deals
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
close to dining area and shops
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Very Happy All round
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Lake Karapiro Mighty River Domain
Felt like home
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
VR Hamilton
The hotel met my needs.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Quest on London
Staff very friendly,clean room,comfortable King bed,walk to a lot of restaurants as it’s right in the middle of town,staff park car in elevator lift
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
The air conditioning was needed on such a warm night. The room was clean and well looked after.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ruakura
Claudelands
While visiting Claudelands, you might make a stop by sights like Globox Arena and Waikato River.
Hillcrest
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hillcrest and surrounding area, you can visit Hamilton Gardens and Globox Arena.
Fairfield
Fairfield might not have many top sights, but Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Chartwell
Chartwell might not have many top sights, but Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Hamilton East
While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
Hamilton Central
While visiting Hamilton Central, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton.
