Tauwhare 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 relaxing 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.
Waikato Hospital
If Waikato Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Hamilton.
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.
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 Tauwhare Hotel Deals
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
Room was immaculate. Didnt use any amenities except room, but overall above average.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Good central hotel to utilise in Hamilton.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Opal Hot Springs & Holiday Park
Loved the large swimming pool and natural thermal pools.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Well priced motel room. Very helpful staff and very clean. The bed was very comfortable. We prefer to have a separate shower. Plenty of on-site parking. Good to have Sky Sports on tv.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
Beds were very comfortable and rooms were clean. Staff were friendly.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
ibis Hamilton Tainui
Air conditioning good. Bathroom.ckean but very dated and very small. Bed good. Toom small. Should be complimentary water in the fridge. Didn't use bar. Breakfast was good. Was not happy to pay for valet parking even though the valet service was good.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tauwhare
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.
Ruakura
While Ruakura may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Globox Arena and Claudelands Park.
Peacocke
Peacocke might not have many top sights, but Hamilton Gardens and SkyCity Hamilton are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Claudelands
While visiting Claudelands, you might make a stop by sights like Globox Arena and Claudelands Park.
Hamilton East
While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
Chartwell
Chartwell might not have many top sights, but Claudelands Park and Globox Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
