Hillcrest

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Stay near popular Hillcrest attractions

University of Waikato

8.6/10 (119 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience

Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience

CA $120
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour

Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour

CA $120
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland

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

CA $397
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
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Hillcrest Hotel Deals

Uni Motel

Uni Motel

4 out of 5
88 Knighton Road, Hillcrest Hamilton Waikato
The price is CA $83 per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
CA $83
CA $97 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Hamilton Gardens and Memorial Park are located nearby.
7.8/10 Good! (169 reviews)
"Very convenient if you're going to an event at the uni or visiting the gardens. Quiet spot and very comfortable beds."

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2026

Uni Motel
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
16 Thackeray Street Hamilton
The price is CA $74 per night from Aug 7 to Aug 8
CA $74
CA $86 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions ArtsPost and Waikato Museum of Art and History are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (948 reviews)
"Value for money for hospital appointments .Ticks all the boxes clean and well presented each time we have used it."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2026

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

4.5 out of 5
7 Alma Street Hamilton
The price is CA $163 per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
CA $163
CA $187 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Breakfast buffet was excellent, TV not working in room, advised that I was the fourth person to mention this.....so why had it not been fixed??"

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2026

Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

3 out of 5
86 Ulster Street Hamilton Waikato
The price is CA $93 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
CA $93
CA $109 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, clean facilities awesome breakfast! Kids loved it!"

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2026

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

4 out of 5
23 Clarence Street Hamilton
The price is CA $110 per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
CA $110
CA $127 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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! (1,000 reviews)
"Staff were great room were cleaned tidy no problem that I know off. Overall stayed a few times here with no problem"

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
VR Hamilton

VR Hamilton

4 out of 5
237 Victoria Street Hamilton
The price is CA $51 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
CA $51
CA $59 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
6.6/10 (1,000 reviews)
"Central"

Reviewed on Jul 17, 2026

VR Hamilton
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Where to stay in Hillcrest

Find the best Hillcrest areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Hillcrest
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Hamilton Central

If you're spending some time in Hamilton Central, Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton are top sights worth seeing.
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Hamilton East

While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
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Frankton

While visiting Frankton, you might make a stop by sights like FMG Stadium Waikato and Seddon Park.
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Claudelands

If you're spending some time in Claudelands, Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are top sights worth seeing.

Hamilton Lake

While Hamilton Lake isn't home to many top sights, Lake Rotoroa and SkyCity Hamilton are some notable places to visit nearby.

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