Ruakura

Hamilton

Popular places to visit

Hamilton Gardens

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 Gardens
Hamilton Central Business District

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.

Hamilton Central Business District

SkyCity Hamilton

Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Hamilton during your travels in Hamilton? Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.

SkyCity Hamilton

University of Waikato

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Waikato, during your travels in Hamilton. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

University of Waikato

Waikato Hospital

Though Waikato Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Hamilton while you are here.

Waikato Hospital

Waikato Stadium

Catch an event at Waikato Stadium during your trip to Hamilton. Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.

Waikato Stadium

Things to do

Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour

Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour

P4,899
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

P1,644
per adult
Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand
Cambridge: Waikato River 45-Minute Extreme Jet Boat Ride

Cambridge: Waikato River 45-Minute Extreme Jet Boat Ride

P4,833
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cambridge: Waikato River 45-Minute Extreme Jet Boat Ride
Waikato River: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

Waikato River: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

P4,833
per adult
Waikato River: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Escape Room Experience Area 54

Escape Room Experience Area 54

P986
per adult
Escape Room Experience Area 54
Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries

Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries

P986
per adult
Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries
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Top hotels in Ruakura

VR Hamilton
VR Hamilton
4 out of 5
237 Victoria Street, Hamilton
The price is P1,991 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
P1,991
P2,290 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
6.4/10 (1,002 reviews)
"Old style appartment,but clean,tidy and spacious,for the price its great value,very central in town,only problem is parking,but we paid the $25 for secure parking onsite,which i think is fare for secure lock up parking,recommended by me"

Reviewed on Apr 2, 2025

VR Hamilton
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
3.5 out of 5
287 Victoria Street, Hamilton
The price is P4,898 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
P4,898
P5,633 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Convenient breakfast situation, pleasant restaurant next to venue. Pleasant and attentive staff. Rather basic room, but scrupulously clean and incredibly helpful and pleasantly friendly cleaning staff. Great location for walking access to Museum of Waikato and Art Gallery."

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
4 out of 5
23 Clarence Street, Hamilton
The price is P4,259 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
P4,259
P4,898 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Had a nice stay. Only comment would be please put rubbish bin probably under the desk. I only had one small rubbish bin and it's in the bathroom."

Reviewed on Apr 6, 2025

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
JetPark Hotel Hamilton Airport
JetPark Hotel Hamilton Airport
4 out of 5
201 Airport Road, RD2, Rukuhia
The price is P5,366 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
P5,366
P6,171 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 11 - Apr 12
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Rukuhia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (510 reviews)
"Clean & Tidy. Restaurant handy. Staff helpful. Would stay again"

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2025

JetPark Hotel Hamilton Airport
Atrium on Ulster
Atrium on Ulster
4 out of 5
281 - 285 ULSTER Street, Hamilton
The price is P4,538 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
P4,538
P5,219 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Stay at this 4-star motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (998 reviews)
"It was a lovely place to stay. The room was clean and very comfortable. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Packing was very easy."

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2025

Atrium on Ulster
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
4.5 out of 5
7 Alma Street, Hamilton
The price is P10,479 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
P10,479
P12,051 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Great hotel, room was overlooking the river. Breakfast was great. 😊"

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2025

Novotel Tainui Hamilton
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Other neighbourhoods around Ruakura

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Claudelands

If you're spending some time in Claudelands, Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are top sights worth seeing.

Claudelands
Spring time in the Waikato, bright yellow kowhai trees and the tui singing and feeding in the tree.

Chartwell

While Chartwell might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Claudelands Park and Globox Arena.

Chartwell
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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.

Hillcrest
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Fairfield

While Fairfield might 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.

Fairfield
Hamilton Gardens which includes heritage elements and wildflowers

Hamilton East

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

Hamilton East
Waikato showing rugged coastline and a bay or harbor

Hamilton Central

If you're spending some time in Hamilton Central, Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton are top sights worth seeing.

Hamilton Central

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