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A bedroom with a large window, a bed with a blue blanket, and a bathroom with a glass shower door.
A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a microwave, and a window offering a view of buildings. Two wooden chairs are placed at the counter.
A modern kitchen with a large window, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with bar stools.
A hallway with a Level 3 fire action sign, a flower vase on a console table, and an elevator to the left.

1. Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited
1.9 km from Waikato River
Australia
Stephen
AU$135
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a painting on the wall, and a window with a view of buildings.
A reception desk with a 'welcome' sign, a framed picture on the wall, and a chair to the right.
A compact kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and small refrigerator.
A brick building with a sloped roof, a wooden pergola, and a large tree in the background.

2. Albert Court Motor Lodge

Albert Court Motor Lodge
1.2 km from Waikato River
Australia
John
AU$170
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Albert Court Motor Lodge
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.
An outdoor seating area with a sofa, ottoman, and table, surrounded by greenery and a staircase.
A modern building with a sign reading "ARGENT motor lodge".
A display of Natural Earth personal care products including a shower cap, body wash, conditioner, and moisturizer.

3. Argent Motor Lodge

Argent Motor Lodge
2.1 km from Waikato River
Australia
Jennifer
AU$154
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Argent Motor Lodge
A hotel room with a wooden bed, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.
A building with a parking lot, a staircase leading to a second floor, and a row of benches along the exterior wall.
A compact kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and cabinets. There is a glass table with two chairs.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, a sink, and a window with curtains. There is a dining area with a glass table and chairs.

4. Auto Lodge Motel

Auto Lodge Motel
2.3 km from Waikato River
Australia
Shayne
AU$98
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Auto Lodge Motel
A bed with two pillows, a bedside table with a fruit bowl, and a potted plant.
A small outdoor seating area with two chairs and a table, surrounded by white siding walls and potted plants.
A covered patio area with potted plants and a chair.
A multi-story hotel with a parking lot and a fenced area.

5. BKs Premier Motel Hamilton

BKs Premier Motel Hamilton
2.4 km from Waikato River
Australia
Judy
AU$155
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
BKs Premier Motel Hamilton
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a sofa, and large windows.
A modern building with large glass windows and a curved roof.
Two people in a hot tub with a wooden edge, holding wine glasses.
A wooden hot tub with a step leading up to it, surrounded by a wooden fence and a grey wall.

6. Atrium on Ulster

Atrium on Ulster
2.3 km from Waikato River
Australia
Ryan
AU$116
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Atrium on Ulster
A motel with multiple units, a parking lot, and a street with moving traffic.
A neatly made bed with white linens, two teal pillows, and a red blanket. There is a small bedside table with a lamp and a phone.
A display of Natural Earth products including body wash, conditioner, and bath salts.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, oven, and dishwasher.

7. Astra Motor Lodge

Astra Motor Lodge
2.4 km from Waikato River
Australia
Sharon
AU$154
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Astra Motor Lodge
A concrete planter with a banana plant and a tree with red and orange leaves.
A building with a curved roof, a reception area, and a sign that reads 'TEAWA.'
A modern hotel room with two orange leather sofas, a white coffee table, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and an air conditioning unit on the ceiling.
A hotel room with a bed, two orange armchairs, a small table, a TV, and a washing machine in the corner.

8. Te Awa Suites

Te Awa Suites
2.2 km from Waikato River
Australia
Liam
AU$152
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Te Awa Suites
A building with a sign labeled "QUEST" on the facade.
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with green bedding, and a large window offering a city view.
A compact kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a small seating area with a yellow chair.
A reception area with a counter, a desk, a chair, a sign reading "QUEST", and a flower vase.

9. Quest On Ward

Quest On Ward
0.7 km from Waikato River
Australia
Cory
AU$152
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Quest On Ward
A modern dining area with a round table, black chairs, and a bowl of fruit. There is a ceiling fan, a flat-screen TV, and large windows with curtains.
A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, and a wall-mounted abstract painting.
A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa set, a TV mounted on the wall, and a large window with curtains.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a dining area with a table and chairs, a kitchen with white cabinets and appliances, and a large window with blinds.

10. Camelot on Ulster

Camelot on Ulster
2 km from Waikato River
Australia
Dean
AU$111
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Camelot on Ulster
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a built-in microwave.
A white door with a handle, a white air conditioning unit mounted on the wall, and a light fixture on the ceiling.
A row of modern, single-story houses with a uniform design, featuring large windows and a flat roof.
A parking lot with a wet surface, likely from recent rain.

11. Norton Motel

Norton Motel
2 km from Waikato River
Australia
karen
AU$112
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Norton Motel
A spacious café with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, and a balcony with a railing.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, and a large window with curtains.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted television, and a sign indicating the reception.
A pool area with lounge chairs and red umbrellas.

12. Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
0.6 km from Waikato River
Australia
Sarah-Jayne
AU$131
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a residential area with houses.
A two-story building with green doors, a balcony, and a bench outside.
A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with pillows, a nightstand, and a door leading to a bathroom.
A compact kitchen with a sink, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

13. Hamilton Settlers Motor Lodge

Hamilton Settlers Motor Lodge
1.9 km from Waikato River
Australia
Frank
AU$90
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hamilton Settlers Motor Lodge
A compact kitchen with a washing machine, microwave, oven, and a refrigerator.
A compact room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a small table.
Bathroom
A modern two-story apartment building with a garage parking space.

14. Lorne Apartments

Lorne Apartments
2 km from Waikato River
Australia
Glen
AU$106
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Lorne Apartments
A garden with a gravel path, wooden fences, and various plants and flowers.
The entrance to Ashwood Manor with a sign indicating a motor lodge.
A hotel room with a bed, two red armchairs, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.
A wooden table with two wine glasses, a bottle of wine, and a small potted plant.

15. Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
0.7 km from Waikato River
Australia
Carol
AU$91
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
A wooden picnic table with benches in a garden area with a paved walkway.
A compact living space with a sofa, a small table, a kitchenette, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A hotel with a red-tiled roof, multiple balconies, and a parking lot with marked spaces.
A garden with various flowering plants and a neatly trimmed hedge.

16. Bella Vista Motel Hamilton

Bella Vista Motel Hamilton
2.2 km from Waikato River
New Zealand
Thomas
AU$135
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Bella Vista Motel Hamilton
A modern lobby with a bar area, wooden ceiling, and seating arrangements.
A modern hotel with a distinctive facade featuring a large 'N' and wave patterns, multiple floors, and a covered parking area.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small round table, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

17. Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Novotel Tainui Hamilton
0.5 km from Waikato River
Australia
Corrina
AU$199
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with a view of the outside.
A compact kitchen with dark blue cabinets, a white stove, and a yellow countertop.
A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, and a ceiling light.
A modern building with a flat roof and large windows, surrounded by a parking area and a wooden fence.

18. Stanley Apartments

Stanley Apartments
1.5 km from Waikato River
Australia
Johnny
AU$103
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Stanley Apartments
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a built-in oven.
A building with a sign for 'Microtel Lodge' and a contact number.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, two armchairs, a small side table with a plant, and a grey rug. There are two windows with black blinds, a built-in oven, and a stainless steel refrigerator.
A modern hotel room with a grey carpet, two beds with white linens, a green armchair, and a visible air conditioning unit.

19. Microtel Lodge

Microtel Lodge
1.8 km from Waikato River
Australia
Joanne (jo)
AU$58
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Microtel Lodge
A modern hotel room with a bed, a black leather sofa, a small table, and a view of the outside.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a window with a view of trees, and a marble backsplash.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, a microwave, a sink, and a window with a view of greenery.
A room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a red storage unit, a dining table with four chairs, and a patterned carpet.

20. Beetham Park Motel

Beetham Park Motel
2.3 km from Waikato River
Australia
nick
AU$117
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Beetham Park Motel
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Compare popular hotels close to Waikato River

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A bedroom with a large window, a bed with a blue blanket, and a bathroom with a glass shower door.
Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited
10.0
Exceptional
37 reviews
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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
9.8
Exceptional
369 reviews
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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
9.6
Exceptional
451 reviews
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A hotel room with a wooden bed, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.
Auto Lodge Motel
9.4
Exceptional
355 reviews
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A bed with two pillows, a bedside table with a fruit bowl, and a potted plant.
BKs Premier Motel Hamilton
9.4
Exceptional
389 reviews
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Top Waikato River Hotel Reviews

Atrium on Ulster

Atrium on Ulster

8/10 Good
"Parking was great,clean room."
Ryan 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Atrium on Ulster
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean, well equipped and best of all, comfortable beds."
Carol 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
Alcamo Hotel & Conference Centre

Alcamo Hotel & Conference Centre

8/10 Good
"Handy to the stadium, kids enjoyed the pool and always handy having a kitchen for families"
Bertram 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Alcamo Hotel & Conference Centre
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

10/10 Excellent
"The property was exactly as described, clean , nice beds , hot water , excellent location , old building , great car park , probably a good 3 star . An exhibition was on 3000 people in the city so prices unusually high but if normal pricing it would reflect great value"
Alison 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were friendly, the room was lovely, we had a really good stay"
Chanelle 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

10/10 Excellent
"Best value for location, cleanliness and friendly staff in the CBD."
Sarah-Jayne 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

10/10 Excellent
"Great location and staff, fabulous, clean room looking over the rugby parks and stadium"
Debra 2-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited
Hygate Motor Lodge

Hygate Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"This is my forth stay here which speaks for itself. The units are clean, well decorated and spacious. Any little problems are solved very quickly. The kitchen is well supplied, possibly a mixing/salad bowl would be useful for longer stays."
Sharon 5-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Hygate Motor Lodge
Quest On Ward

Quest On Ward

8/10 Good
"‘"
Cory 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Quest On Ward

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Waikato River?
Waikato River is located in an area that travellers like for its gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 50 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Waikato River?
Adjacent to Waikato River, VR Hamilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and parking. Other good options close by include Novotel Tainui Hamilton and Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Waikato River?
Expedia has 50 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Waikato River.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Waikato River, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Waikato River.
What can I see and do near Waikato River?
Spend some time wandering around Claudelands Park, Hamilton Gardens and Taitua Arboretum. Create some family memories at Waterworld and Rototuna Performing Arts Centre. Attractions like Globox Arena and Waikato Museum of Art and History highlight the local culture.

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