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

P4,910
per adult
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Waikato River: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

Waikato River: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

P4,845
per adult
Waikato River: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries

Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries

P989
per adult
Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries
Cambridge: Waikato River 45-Minute Extreme Jet Boat Ride

Cambridge: Waikato River 45-Minute Extreme Jet Boat Ride

P4,845
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cambridge: Waikato River 45-Minute Extreme Jet Boat Ride
Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

P1,648
per adult
Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves

Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland

P15,819
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
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Top hotels in Ruakura

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
4 out of 5
23 Clarence Street, Hamilton
The price is P4,694 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
P4,694
P5,399 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Dated rooms. No place to charge phones by bedside. Hallways dirty and not vacuumed. Sheets seemed old and not crisp. Walking distance to restaurants. Quiet neighborhood."

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2025

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
4.5 out of 5
7 Alma Street, Hamilton
The price is P9,193 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
P9,193
P10,571 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 28 - Mar 1
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! (992 reviews)
"Very quiet and clean location"

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2025

Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Hygate Motor Lodge
Hygate Motor Lodge
3 out of 5
299 Ulster Street, Whitiora, Hamilton, Waikato
The price is P3,575 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
P3,575
P4,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (435 reviews)
"Our room was close to main road. A little bit noisy."

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2025

Hygate Motor Lodge
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
3 out of 5
86 Ulster Street, Whitiora, Hamilton, Waikato
The price is P4,710 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
P4,710
P5,416 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (995 reviews)
"Close to a busy road junction, everything was clean and tidy but looking tired."

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2025

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
VR Hamilton
VR Hamilton
4 out of 5
237 Victoria Street, Hamilton
The price is P3,121 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
P3,121
P3,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
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 (1,001 reviews)
"The room was lovely and spacious and very affordable. The bathroom was also very spacious."

Reviewed on Feb 1, 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 P4,474 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
P4,474
P5,145 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Parking is suited for Mini’s"

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
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Other neighbourhoods around Ruakura

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Claudelands

If you're spending some time in Claudelands, Globox Arena and Waikato River 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 Globox Arena and Claudelands Park.

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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