Ruakura

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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

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

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

FMG Stadium Waikato

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

FMG Stadium Waikato

Things to do

Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour

Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour

P5,117
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries

Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries

P1,030
per adult
Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries
Full Day Customisable Tour with Driver & Luxury Car Unlimited Kms

Full Day Customisable Tour with Driver & Luxury Car Unlimited Kms

P17,137
per traveler
Full Day Customisable Tour with Driver & Luxury Car Unlimited Kms
Waikato River: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

Waikato River: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

P5,048
per adult
Waikato River: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Escape Room Experience Area 54

Escape Room Experience Area 54

P1,030
per adult
Escape Room Experience Area 54
Romantic tour in Hamilton

Romantic tour in Hamilton

P30,531
per traveler
Romantic tour in Hamilton
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Top hotels in Ruakura

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
3.5 out of 5
287 Victoria Street, Hamilton
The price is P3,886 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
P3,886
P4,469 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
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)
"Staff were friendly access easy very clean"

Reviewed on Jun 29, 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 P4,545 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P4,545
P5,227 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Location close to central city outskirts was great. Also close to rwo supermarkets. Booked a standard room which was comfortable and quiet."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
4 out of 5
16 Thackeray Street, Hamilton
Stay at this 4-star motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions SkyCity Hamilton and ArtsPost are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (717 reviews)
"Good value package. On the list for a return stay."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

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Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
4.5 out of 5
7 Alma Street, Hamilton
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P8,820 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P8,820
P10,143 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
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)
"very welcoming staff polite so easy to talk to"

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Atrium on Ulster
Atrium on Ulster
4 out of 5
281 - 285 ULSTER Street, Hamilton
The price is P4,640 per night from Jul 11 to Jul 12
P4,640
P5,336 total
Jul 11 - Jul 12
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,004 reviews)
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"Very nice Motels. Could do with a deep clean especially the shower walls. Good location although not walkable."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Atrium on Ulster
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
3 out of 5
86 Ulster Street, Whitiora, Hamilton, Waikato
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P4,427 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P4,427
P5,091 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
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)
"Overall a good hotel, but we could not get the air conditioning to work, it seemed to be pumping air into the bathroom, but I couldn't get it to warm the room. Bathroom plug was not working and I had to manually insert and remove it. Breakfast was very good, so kind of made up for the small inconveniences ..."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

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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 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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