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
Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Cambridge Waikato New Zealand: Tour -45 Min Extreme Jet Boat
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Hillcrest Hotel Deals
Uni Motel
Room was clean upon arrival, there is no reception onsite so you have to collect your room key from another motel.
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
Clean and comfortable
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Excellent breakfast, clean room, handy for central Hamilton, very quiet room
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2026
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
VR Hamilton
All above
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2026
Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre
The place felt old and tired. Rooms are in blocks feeling like a prison. Noisey, blood on spa. Parking atrocious flooded in morning reception not what I expected. Would not recommend.
Reviewed on Apr 21, 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.
Enderley
When in Enderley, you can plan a visit to Globox Arena and Claudelands Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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, Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton are top sights worth seeing.
