Title: The 10 Best Hotels Near Waikato River, from CA $81 | Expedia.ca [Vacation Rentals in Waikato](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Waikato.d6047974.Vacation-Rental-Destinations)[Flights to Waikato](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Waikato.d6047974.Flight-Destinations)[Waikato River Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Waikato-River.d553248621526967448.Car-Rental-Guide)[Waikato River Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Waikato-River-Waikato.d553248621526967448.Vacation-Attraction) ![A few kilometres downstream from Lake Taupo the river changes to some rapids for a short distance. When the rapids finish there is a drop which creates a waterfall. It all ends with this scene which is stunning. 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Lovely comfy bed and great kitchen" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Rhiannon CA $134 CA $156 total includes taxes & fees Apr 11 - Apr 12 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Quest-On-Ward.h1857199.Hotel-Information) ![Studio Access Apartment](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6070000/6068500/6068442/2329ccb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6070000/6068500/6068442/e979ae06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6070000/6068500/6068442/9fd0c0f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6070000/6068500/6068442/0cc52461.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Argent Motor Lodge [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Argent-Motor-Lodge.h6068442.Hotel-Information) 2.1 km from Waikato River 9.6/10 Exceptional (426 reviews) "Clean room, manager is lovely and very helpful. " ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Amanda CA $166 CA $193 total includes taxes & fees Mar 15 - Mar 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Argent-Motor-Lodge.h6068442.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14840000/14834300/14834245/494a7a62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14840000/14834300/14834245/cd625e6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Spa Suite | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14840000/14834300/14834245/16892d71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Sports facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14840000/14834300/14834245/5d6d62b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BKs Premier Motel Hamilton [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-BKs-Premier-Motel-Hamilton.h14834245.Hotel-Information) 2.4 km from Waikato River 9.6/10 Exceptional (376 reviews) "Room well laid out, very clean, friendly and helpful staff. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Greg CA $150 CA $174 total includes taxes & fees Mar 20 - Mar 21 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-BKs-Premier-Motel-Hamilton.h14834245.Hotel-Information) ![Executive King Studio Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626559/41d7af1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626559/61791afc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive King Studio Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626559/98d29200.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive Queen Studio | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626559/4cfcdf65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Auto Lodge Motel [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Auto-Lodge-Motel.h9626559.Hotel-Information) 2.3 km from Waikato River 9.4/10 Exceptional (307 reviews) "Everything was up to standard for our needs given the price paid." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Matt CA $84 CA $96 total includes taxes & fees Mar 15 - Mar 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Auto-Lodge-Motel.h9626559.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3150000/3145600/3145591/e6289452.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3150000/3145600/3145591/07b3d4e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3150000/3145600/3145591/12b52330.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3150000/3145600/3145591/28203071.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Ventura-Inn-Suites-Hamilton.h3145591.Hotel-Information) 0.6 km from Waikato River 8.8/10 Excellent (1,000 reviews) "Beds were very comfortable and rooms were clean. Staff were friendly." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) William CA $103 CA $120 total includes taxes & fees Mar 15 - Mar 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Ventura-Inn-Suites-Hamilton.h3145591.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4950000/4945300/4945232/ee813d67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Room, 1 Bedroom | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4950000/4945300/4945232/b5a37e51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4950000/4945300/4945232/8507fa69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4950000/4945300/4945232/350f3144.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Arena Court Motel [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Arena-Court-Motel.h4945232.Hotel-Information) 1.8 km from Waikato River 9.2/10 Wonderful (418 reviews) "Very clean motel and helpful staff" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Shirin CA $99 CA $115 total includes taxes & fees Mar 15 - Mar 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Arena-Court-Motel.h4945232.Hotel-Information) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626504/e36d819a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626504/e4c00e5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio Unit (King bed)) | Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626504/4467c5f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626600/9626504/f0e2e9d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Atrium on Ulster [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Atrium-On-Ulster.h9626504.Hotel-Information) 2.3 km from Waikato River 9.2/10 Wonderful (1,006 reviews) "Really nice room and friendly staff. Great location for Chiefs games. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Jeremy CA $104 CA $123 total includes taxes & fees Mar 20 - Mar 21 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Atrium-On-Ulster.h9626504.Hotel-Information) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/562500/562414/66e9a499.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/562500/562414/58f6d977.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Suite, 1 King Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/562500/562414/e6420569.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/562500/562414/3c1a1be2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Novotel Tainui Hamilton [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Novotel-Tainui-Hamilton.h562414.Hotel-Information) 0.5 km from Waikato River 8.6/10 Excellent (1,006 reviews) "Great stay." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Helen CA $216 CA $248 total includes taxes & fees Mar 27 - Mar 28 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Novotel-Tainui-Hamilton.h562414.Hotel-Information) ![Two Bedroom Apartment | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629188/9a9af4d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629188/0b77d8bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Large One Bedroom Apartment | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629188/e40ea6db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Two Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629188/048554c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Camelot on Ulster [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Camelot-On-Ulster.h9629188.Hotel-Information) 2 km from Waikato River 9.0/10 Wonderful (716 reviews) "Yes everything was nice . Its worth it staying there. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Mona CA $108 CA $126 total includes taxes & fees Mar 15 - Mar 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Camelot-On-Ulster.h9629188.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626500/9626470/a9ff7e34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bathroom sink](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626500/9626470/bb6c315b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626500/9626470/ed4614a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626500/9626470/7fd5e9bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Astra Motor Lodge [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Astra-Motor-Lodge.h9626470.Hotel-Information) 2.4 km from Waikato River 9.2/10 Wonderful (258 reviews) "Super Easy check in and out. Lovely staff, Room was super clean and spacious. Would Defs stay again 🙌" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Troy CA $129 CA $148 total includes taxes & fees Mar 22 - Mar 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Astra-Motor-Lodge.h9626470.Hotel-Information) ![Standard Studio | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98490000/98484800/98484706/db6cc1c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98490000/98484800/98484706/ea703f06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98490000/98484800/98484706/538d0eed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free parking nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98490000/98484800/98484706/3d1e254e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Norton Motel [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Norton-Motel.h98484706.Hotel-Information) 2 km from Waikato River 9.0/10 Wonderful (153 reviews) "Comfortable, clean and had everything we needed for an overnight stay in Hamilton. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Gregory CA $119 CA $137 total includes taxes & fees Mar 23 - Mar 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Norton-Motel.h98484706.Hotel-Information) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5970000/5960700/5960694/229d6e44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5970000/5960700/5960694/32f2587e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5970000/5960700/5960694/1059dd9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5970000/5960700/5960694/ecf4f8f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Ashwood-Manor-Motor-Lodge.h5960694.Hotel-Information) 0.7 km from Waikato River 8.4/10 Very good (857 reviews) "Very clean room, lovely staff, great location" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Ann CA $101 CA $116 total includes taxes & fees Mar 23 - Mar 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Ashwood-Manor-Motor-Lodge.h5960694.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1730000/1725300/1725279/3cfded77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1730000/1725300/1725279/66b2e095.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Daily buffet breakfast (NZD 30 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1730000/1725300/1725279/0d77aae4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1730000/1725300/1725279/78feb20b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ibis Hamilton Tainui [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Ibis-Hamilton-Tainui.h1725279.Hotel-Information) 0.6 km from Waikato River 8.4/10 Very good (1,000 reviews) "Great location" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Debbie CA $153 CA $176 total includes taxes & fees Mar 15 - Mar 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Ibis-Hamilton-Tainui.h1725279.Hotel-Information) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6460000/6451500/6451422/04cadb04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6460000/6451500/6451422/a1deb3f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6460000/6451500/6451422/d7969901.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6460000/6451500/6451422/89e876ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bella Vista Motel Hamilton [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Bella-Vista-Motel-Hamilton.h6451422.Hotel-Information) 2.2 km from Waikato River 9.0/10 Wonderful (147 reviews) "Ok spot , very close to stadium but far from airport , booked because of 24 hour shuttle , which is NOT complimentary, ended up having to keep rental car for an additional day " ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) trina CA $111 CA $128 total includes taxes & fees Mar 15 - Mar 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Bella-Vista-Motel-Hamilton.h6451422.Hotel-Information) ![Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102700000/102691000/102690927/7c0be928.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family Apartment | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102700000/102691000/102690927/7595c5eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102700000/102691000/102690927/a2aeea65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102700000/102691000/102690927/1c3068c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Avon Apartments [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Avon-Apartments.h102690927.Hotel-Information) 2 km from Waikato River 8.8/10 Excellent (177 reviews) "Quiet room. Close to town. Comfortable beds" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Lorraine CA $70 CA $81 total includes taxes & fees Mar 22 - Mar 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Avon-Apartments.h102690927.Hotel-Information) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64080000/64073500/64073404/61e5aeee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, toilet paper](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64080000/64073500/64073404/w1276h1706x0y0-11390684.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64080000/64073500/64073404/b94995ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64080000/64073500/64073404/dc8e1c77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lorne Apartments [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Lorne-Apartments.h64073404.Hotel-Information) 2 km from Waikato River 8.8/10 Excellent (44 reviews) "Enjoyed my stay here" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Glen CA $90 CA $104 total includes taxes & fees Mar 15 - Mar 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Lorne-Apartments.h64073404.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4890000/4880500/4880404/1463e6e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4890000/4880500/4880404/7e37ddc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4890000/4880500/4880404/11403538.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms | Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4890000/4880500/4880404/9da421c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quest on London [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Quest-Hamilton.h4880404.Hotel-Information) 1 km from Waikato River 8.4/10 Very good (438 reviews) "Nice hotel in good location. Really enjoyed our stay. Not a problem for us but lift doesn’t go to 3rd " ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Richard CA $133 CA $153 total includes taxes & fees Mar 18 - Mar 19 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Quest-Hamilton.h4880404.Hotel-Information) ![Standard Room, 1 Bedroom | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78610000/78607700/78607621/e91e5ef7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78610000/78607700/78607621/5af551d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78610000/78607700/78607621/fe553e88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78610000/78607700/78607621/50c43537.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stanley Apartments [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Stanley-Apartments.h78607621.Hotel-Information) 1.5 km from Waikato River 8.6/10 Excellent (103 reviews) "Having to pick up the key from a different location was odd but not a problem. Off street parking is a bonus. The apartment was clean and tidy. Beds were comfortable and nice linen and towels. Would stay again. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Judith CA $82 CA $94 total includes taxes & fees Mar 15 - Mar 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Stanley-Apartments.h78607621.Hotel-Information) ![Deluxe Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101270000/101264800/101264779/f4bfd0c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101270000/101264800/101264779/994ddee1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101270000/101264800/101264779/86c66a71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101270000/101264800/101264779/b4a46b4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Zeta Motel [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Zeta-Motel.h101264779.Hotel-Information) 1.7 km from Waikato River 8.6/10 Excellent (192 reviews) "Property is not easily accessible for disabled people - doors are narrow and have high entrance ways. No reception at the property, it is managed by another motel over 10 minutes walk away. Dirty markings on the mirror. Towel rail had signs of rusting. Toilet paper is cheap office supply." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Daniel CA $94 CA $108 total includes taxes & fees Mar 26 - Mar 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Zeta-Motel.h101264779.Hotel-Information) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106170000/106166100/106166091/4488fb50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106170000/106166100/106166091/c0a76ba9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106170000/106166100/106166091/6f84f3b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106170000/106166100/106166091/06cc93a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-HAMILTON-MOTEL.h106166091.Hotel-Information) 1.9 km from Waikato River 8.8/10 Excellent (14 reviews) "Great location, friendly staff, nice rooms. Would stay again if going to Hamilton" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Blair CA $161 CA $185 total includes taxes & fees Mar 16 - Mar 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-HAMILTON-MOTEL.h106166091.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. [View all properties](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27®ionId=553248621526967448&adults=2&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Top Waikato River Hotel Reviews ![Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5970000/5960700/5960694/229d6e44_y.jpg) ### Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge 10/10 Excellent "A short stay, but very impressed with the in-room facilities and cleaniless. Happily stay again." [](https://expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Ashwood-Manor-Motor-Lodge.h5960694.Hotel-Information) ![Novotel Tainui Hamilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/562500/562414/66e9a499_y.jpg) ### Novotel Tainui Hamilton 10/10 Excellent "Very efficient check in. Dropped car off for valet parking late evening, gave time I intended to check out following morning. Car was waiting for me, no messing about. True 5 star." [](https://expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Novotel-Tainui-Hamilton.h562414.Hotel-Information) ![Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/851300/851265/86c78bb8_y.jpg) ### Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre 10/10 Excellent "Nice spacious rooms, good location, clean" [](https://expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Anglesea-Motel-And-Conference-Centre.h851265.Hotel-Information) ![Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519212/5886b55b_y.jpg) ### Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton 2/10 Terrible "A very dated room, noisy, no hot water pressure, dirty……mold growing in the kettle!! Tear it down and start again!!" [](https://expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Heartland-Ambassador-Hotel-Hamilton.h519212.Hotel-Information) ![Zeta Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101270000/101264800/101264779/f4bfd0c9_y.jpg) ### Zeta Motel 6/10 Okay "Having to check in at another hotel was inconvenient and not obvious when booking. The stairs needing scrubbing. The cleaner entered the room as he knocked and didn't give me time to say do/don't come in. It would have been good if other pillow options were available as the ones provided were very puffy and high and I couldn't use them, but the motel had no other options." [](https://expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Zeta-Motel.h101264779.Hotel-Information) ![Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478500/4478409/56083e40_y.jpg) ### Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center 6/10 Okay "Older building. A bit run down. Room was small. Parking limited and very tight" [](https://expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Ramada-By-Wyndham-Hamilton-City-Center.h4478409.Hotel-Information) ![Quest on London](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4890000/4880500/4880404/1463e6e0_y.jpg) ### Quest on London 6/10 Okay "Poor check in experience, staff member didn't know what she was doing and it took ages. Car park is small, very tight and cars are up on hoists, felt the parking charge was excessive. Room was mostly clean but tired. Old single glazed windows meant the outside noise was quite loud even when closed. The area wasn’t good, lots of homeless people hanging around. We could see several from our room, sleeping next to hotel and lots more when we took an evening walk to supermarket. Wouldn't stay again." [](https://expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Quest-Hamilton.h4880404.Hotel-Information) ![VR Hamilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1770000/1762900/1762825/0a2c0f83_y.jpg) ### VR Hamilton 10/10 Excellent "Love the 20s-vibe of the furnishings and the vastness of its rooms - even the smallest room has space for an extra bed or two! The larger rooms are like a suite! And being central its great for restaurants and cafes just outside the door. This is our go-to hotel in the Tron every time :) " [](https://expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-VR-Hamilton.h1762825.Hotel-Information) ![ibis Hamilton Tainui](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1730000/1725300/1725279/3cfded77_y.jpg) ### ibis Hamilton Tainui 8/10 Good "Air conditioning good. Bathroom.ckean but very dated and very small. Bed good. Toom small. Should be complimentary water in the fridge. Didn't use bar. Breakfast was good. Was not happy to pay for valet parking even though the valet service was good. " [](https://expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Ibis-Hamilton-Tainui.h1725279.Hotel-Information) ## Hotels near other Waikato River attractions ### Hamilton Central Business District 3.6/5 (213 reviews) 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. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=3000664945) ### Memorial Park Explore the great outdoors at Memorial Park, a lovely green space in Hamilton. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in the area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6111818) ### Waikato Museum of Art and History Learn about the area’s rich Māori history, take in over 3,000 works of art and interact with the wonders of science in this ever-changing cultural center. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6111816) ### ArtsPost You can spend time exploring the galleries in ArtsPost during your travels in Hamilton. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in the area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621526967444) ### Riff Raff You can find out about the history of Hamilton with a trip to Riff Raff. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in the area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621526967446) ### SkyCity Hamilton 4.2/5 (251 reviews) 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. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6294027) ### Hamilton Centre Place 4.0/5 (264 reviews) You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Hamilton Centre Place during your visit to Hamilton. Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6226675) ### Globox Arena 4.5/5 (159 reviews) Catch an event at Globox Arena during your trip to Hamilton. Visit the shops and spas in this family-friendly area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621552322145) ## Frequently asked questions ### What's the area like around Waikato River? ### What's the best hotel to stay close to Waikato River? ### How many hotels are there near Waikato River? ### If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Waikato River, will I receive a refund? ### What can I see and do near Waikato River?