Hillcrest
Hamilton
Popular places to visit
Hamilton Gardens
From the peaceful Japanese Zen Garden to the explosion of color in the Indian Char Bagh Garden, anyone who loves nature will enjoy this man-made paradise.
Hamilton New Zealand LDS Temple
Find out about the history of Hamilton when you take a trip to Hamilton New Zealand LDS Temple. While in this relaxing area, find time to visit its spas.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Hillcrest Hotel Deals
Uni Motel
Check in was at another motel a couple of miles away. Car parking was good and secure, cctv. No bedside lights. No towel rails or hooks in the bathroom, but lovely shower. No hob. No net curtains. No luggage rack. Traffic noise. Towels changed daily, good wifi and air con.
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
Great central locatiion, clean as a whistle, comfy bed, cleaning staff polite and helpful.
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Great hotel, lovely clean room, great gym and friendly staff
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Well priced motel room. Very helpful staff and very clean. The bed was very comfortable. We prefer to have a separate shower. Plenty of on-site parking. Good to have Sky Sports on tv.
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026
Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre
Staff were very friendly and the rooms are spotless. A very nice motel best so far in New Zealand
Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026
The Clements Hotel
Lovely rooms, very friendly staff, beautiful building. Excellent room service meal.
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hillcrest
Ruakura
When in Ruakura, you can plan a visit to Globox Arena and Claudelands Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Hamilton East
While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
Claudelands
If you're spending some time in Claudelands, Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are top sights worth seeing.
Peacocke
When in Peacocke, you can plan a visit to Hamilton Gardens and SkyCity Hamilton, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Hamilton Central
If you're spending some time in Hamilton Central, SkyCity Hamilton and Waikato River are top sights worth seeing.
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 Claudelands Park and Globox Arena.
