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Our top choices for Hillcrest hotels

A hotel room with two beds, a black sofa, a window with a view of the street, and an air conditioning unit.

1. Uni Motel

Uni Motel
4.0 star property
Hillcrest
7.8 out of 10, Good, (174 reviews)
"Clean room, beds comfortable and very close to dairy’s, the warehouse, and more."
Australia
Katie
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Uni Motel
A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, a sign for 'Ventura Inn & Suites', and a well-lit outdoor area with landscaping.

2. Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
4.0 star property
Hamilton Central, 3.6 km from Hillcrest
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Best value for location, cleanliness and friendly staff in the CBD."
Australia
Sarah-Jayne
The price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
A garden with a gravel path, wooden fences, and various plants and flowers.

3. Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Hamilton Central, 3.9 km from Hillcrest
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean, staff were friendly and check in was easy."
Australia
Katie
The price is AU$86
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
Lobby

4. Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
3.5 star property
Hamilton Central, 3.6 km from Hillcrest
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice"
Canada
Kailie
The price is AU$101
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
A modern lobby with a bar area, wooden ceiling, and seating arrangements.

5. Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Novotel Tainui Hamilton
4.5 star property
Hamilton Central, 3.7 km from Hillcrest
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Good size room with a comfy bed. A bit dated but was clean and comfortable. The buffet breakfast was good. Would stay again"
Australia
Corrina
The price is AU$201
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a framed picture on the wall and a window providing natural light.

6. Argent Motor Lodge

Argent Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Melville, 4.2 km from Hillcrest
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (451 reviews)
"Very clean and comfortable bed. Good range of television channels. A very pleasant place to stay"
Australia
Jennifer
The price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Argent Motor Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a dining area, and a view of the outdoors.

7. Serene suites

Serene suites
3.0 star property
Melville, 4.9 km from Hillcrest
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Serene suites
A multi-story building with "QUEST" signage, featuring a ground-level commercial space with illuminated storefronts.

8. Quest on London

Quest on London
4.0 star property
Hamilton Central, 4.1 km from Hillcrest
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (465 reviews)
"Great stay as usual."
Australia
Stephen
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Quest on London
A rooftop terrace with round tables and wicker chairs, featuring a checkered floor pattern and decorative street lamps.

9. VR Hamilton

VR Hamilton
4.0 star property
Hamilton Central, 3.6 km from Hillcrest
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay"
Australia
Brian
The price is AU$58
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
VR Hamilton
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a painting on the wall, and a window with a view of buildings.

10. Albert Court Motor Lodge

Albert Court Motor Lodge
4.5 star property
Hamilton East, 2.9 km from Hillcrest
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (369 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful staff. Rooms were very clean and well equipped. Would definitely stay again."
Australia
John
The price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Albert Court Motor Lodge
A narrow pathway leading to a building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

11. Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre

Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre
2.0 star property
Hamilton Lake, 4 km from Hillcrest
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (166 reviews)
"Location good for our visit to the Hamilton Gardens and the Zoo."
Australia
JOHN
The price is AU$90
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre
A bed with two pillows, a bedside table with a fruit bowl, and a potted plant.

12. BKs Premier Motel Hamilton

BKs Premier Motel Hamilton
4.0 star property
Melville, 4.8 km from Hillcrest
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (390 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Judy
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
BKs Premier Motel Hamilton
A wooden door with a number 5 sign, large windows with curtains, and a wicker chair outside.

13. Lake Point Motel

Lake Point Motel
3.0 star property
Hamilton Lake, 4.2 km from Hillcrest
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (292 reviews)
"Awesome location, clean big room and bathroom. Comfortable king bed. Enjoyed the stay."
Australia
Anthony
The price is AU$89
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Lake Point Motel
A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.

14. ibis Hamilton Tainui

ibis Hamilton Tainui
3.5 star property
Hamilton Central, 3.8 km from Hillcrest
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Close to many restaurants"
Australia
Daniel
The price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
ibis Hamilton Tainui
A compact kitchen with a washing machine, microwave, oven, and a refrigerator.

15. Lorne Apartments

Lorne Apartments
3.0 star property
Melville, 4.2 km from Hillcrest
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (57 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay here"
Australia
Glen
The price is AU$105
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Lorne Apartments
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a sofa, and large windows.

16. Atrium on Ulster

Atrium on Ulster
4.0 star property
Whitiora, 5.2 km from Hillcrest
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Parking was great,clean room."
Australia
Ryan
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Atrium on Ulster
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with a view of the outside.

17. Stanley Apartments

Stanley Apartments
3.0 star property
Claudelands, 3.8 km from Hillcrest
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (119 reviews)
"Was nice an very cosy to enjoy our weekend away"
Australia
Johnny
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Stanley Apartments
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, chairs, a TV, and a large window with a view of the outside.

18. Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
3.0 star property
Whitiora, 4.6 km from Hillcrest
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay and awesome location"
Australia
Andrew
The price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a staircase, a reception desk, and a leather sofa.

19. The Narrows Landing

The Narrows Landing
3.5 star property
6.9 km from Hillcrest
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (235 reviews)
"Quirky hotel with comfy beds and rooms, quiet and peaceful"
Australia
Mel
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Narrows Landing
A motel with multiple units, a parking lot, and a street with moving traffic.

20. Astra Motor Lodge

Astra Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Melville, 4.9 km from Hillcrest
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (268 reviews)
"Convenient to hospital and city. Staff were great. Very comfortable bed. Only small negative is the lighting in the room, particularly over the kitchenette area, was very poor. Would recommend to anyone."
Australia
Sharon
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Astra Motor Lodge
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Compare popular hotels in Hillcrest

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hotel room with two beds, a black sofa, a window with a view of the street, and an air conditioning unit.
Uni Motel
4.0 star property
7.8
Good
174 reviews
View
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a painting on the wall, and a window with a view of buildings.
Albert Court Motor Lodge
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
369 reviews
View
A modern lobby with a bar area, wooden ceiling, and seating arrangements.
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
4.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,001 reviews
View
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a framed picture on the wall and a window providing natural light.
Argent Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
451 reviews
View
A bed with two pillows, a bedside table with a fruit bowl, and a potted plant.
BKs Premier Motel Hamilton
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
390 reviews
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Our guide on where to stay in Hillcrest

Find the best Hillcrest areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A calm lake surrounded by lush greenery and trees, with a few buildings in the background.

Hamilton Central

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

A sign for Hamilton Gardens with a map and a bench in the foreground.

Hamilton East

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

An aerial view of a city with a river, bridges, and surrounding greenery.

Claudelands

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

An aerial view of a city with a river, a bridge, and mountains in the background.

Whitiora

When in Whitiora, you can plan a visit to FMG Stadium Waikato and Seddon Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A river with a bridge, trees, and buildings in the background.

Frankton

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

Top Hillcrest Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Hillcrest

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

8/10 Good
"Well priced, clean and comfortable 👌"
Richard 5-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Hillcrest?
The best time to visit Hillcrest, Waikato, New Zealand, is during the summer months, from December to February, or the shoulder seasons of spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May). These periods offer the most pleasant weather for exploring the area.

Summer brings warm temperatures and longer daylight hours, making it ideal for outdoor activities like visiting the Hamilton Gardens, which are just a short drive from Hillcrest. You'll find the gardens in full bloom, offering a spectacular visual experience. It's also a great time for couples to enjoy leisurely walks along the Waikato River trails or explore the local cafes and eateries.

Spring and autumn offer milder temperatures, which are great for those who prefer cooler weather for sightseeing without the crowds of peak summer. The changing colours of the foliage in autumn add a beautiful dimension to the landscape around Hillcrest. For families, these seasons can be a good option for visiting attractions such as the Taitua Arboretum or taking a day trip to nearby Hobbiton Movie Set, as the weather is comfortable for outdoor excursions.
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