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

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

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

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

You can take time to visit FMG Stadium Waikato during your travels to Hamilton. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in the area.

FMG Stadium Waikato

Things to do

Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour

Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour

P5,035
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

P1,014
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

P16,862
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

P4,967
per adult
Waikato River: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Escape Room Experience Area 54

Escape Room Experience Area 54

P1,014
per adult
Escape Room Experience Area 54
Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

P1,690
per adult
Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand
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Top hotels in Ruakura

Atrium on Ulster
Atrium on Ulster
4 out of 5
281 - 285 ULSTER Street, Hamilton
The price is P4,470 per night from Jun 27 to Jun 28
P4,470
P5,140 total
Jun 27 - Jun 28
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! (998 reviews)
"Lovely clean, modern and safe place to stay"

Reviewed on Jun 12, 2025

Atrium on Ulster
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
3.5 out of 5
287 Victoria Street, Hamilton
The price is P4,379 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
P4,379
P5,036 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! (999 reviews)
"The Ramada in Hamilton is a peaceful place to stay modern refurbished rooms including bathroom good for an overnight stay"

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
4 out of 5
23 Clarence Street, Hamilton
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P4,320 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
P4,320
P4,968 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay, great location!"

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
4.5 out of 5
7 Alma Street, Hamilton
The price is P8,669 per night from Jun 27 to Jun 28
P8,669
P9,970 total
Jun 27 - Jun 28
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! (998 reviews)
"Great location, helpful staff, very clean"

Reviewed on May 25, 2025

Novotel Tainui Hamilton
VR Hamilton
VR Hamilton
4 out of 5
237 Victoria Street, Hamilton
The price is P2,295 per night from Jul 24 to Jul 25
P2,295
P2,639 total
Jul 24 - Jul 25
includes taxes & fees
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 (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay if you want cheap rates in central hamilton, hotel parking is very tight to get to"

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025

VR 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 ArtsPost and Waikato Museum of Art and History ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (706 reviews)
"Staff were helpful and pleasant, helping out with our 4 cars and a trailer on arrival. Units and kitchen were well equipped."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 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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