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Popular hotels in Hamilton

Discover well-known properties in Hamilton that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 469 hotels in Hamilton and price data was last updated on 2 July 2025. The average price for a hotel in Hamilton is $139/night.
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86 Ulster Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
Whether travelling for business or leisure, Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton is centrally located and ideal as a stopover or to stay and experience the sights and sounds of the mighty Waikato. Well positioned within walking distance of Waikato Stadium, Founders Theatre, Seddon Park, Claudelands Events Centre and the CBD we provide a range of quality accommodation that will suit your needs.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.1
Excellent
1668 reviews
Location
1.0 km from city centre
287 Victoria Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
Thank you for choosing our Ramada By Wyndham Hamilton City Center hotel. Ramada is a global upper-midscale hotel brand with over 820 properties located in over 50 countries worldwide. Most Ramada hotels feature free wired and wireless high-speed internet access, meeting rooms, business services, fitness facilities and upgraded bath amenities. Many properties have an on-site restaurant/lounge, while other sites offer a buffet breakfast. You do your thing, leave the rest to us.
Free Wi-Fi
7.1
Good
2220 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
7 Alma Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
Make yourself at home in 4.5-star comfort at Novotel Hamilton Tainui hotel in the city centre. Start your day fresh with breakfast from the buffet in the light-filled restaurant or on the terrace adjacent to the Waikato River. Contemporary decor and natural light will make your room a haven whether you're visiting the Novotel Hamilton Tainui Hotel for business or leisure.
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
1915 reviews
Location
0.3 km from city centre
23 Clarence Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
Hotel with free parking, near SkyCity Hamilton Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a meeting room and dry cleaning. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and a computer station are onsite. Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton offers 50 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 43-inch LCD televisions come with premium digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.9
Good
2291 reviews
Location
1.2 km from city centre
281 - 285 Ulster Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
Motel with free parking, near SkyCity Hamilton Along with a fitness center, this smoke-free motel has conference space and dry cleaning. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include tour/ticket assistance and a banquet hall. Atrium on Ulster offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 35-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the motel include a fitness center.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.4
Excellent
1431 reviews
Location
1.6 km from city centre
100 Garnett Ave Te Rapa, Hamilton, New Zealand
Eco-certified hotel with 2 restaurants and a 24-hour front desk This smoke-free hotel features 2 restaurants, a bar/lounge, and 24-hour room service. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a business center, concierge services, and dry cleaning. Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre offers 147 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. This Hamilton hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.6
Good
945 reviews
Location
3.4 km from city centre
27 Lorne Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
Motel with free parking, steps from Waikato Hospital This smoke-free motel features dry cleaning, laundry facilities, and free newspapers. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include tour/ticket assistance and a garden. Argent Motor Lodge offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. This Hamilton motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.4
Excellent
1185 reviews
Location
2.7 km from city centre
18 Alma Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
Eco-certified hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and valet parking. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include conference space, concierge services, and dry cleaning. Housekeeping is available on request. Ibis Hamilton Tainui offers 126 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 43-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers. This Hamilton hotel provides complimentary wired Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
1450 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
231 Ulster Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
Motel with free parking, near SkyCity Hamilton This motel features express check-out, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas. Camelot on Ulster offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch plasma televisions come with premium digital channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.6
Excellent
1317 reviews
Location
1.4 km from city centre
211 Ulster Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
Offering accommodation with free Wi-Fi and free parking, Ulster Lodge Motel is 2 km from Hamilton’s town centre. All accommodation has a TV, microwave and refrigerator. Ulster Motel is a 5-minute drive from SkyCity Casino and a 10-minute drive from Hamilton Zoo. Hamilton Airport is 16 km away. All accommodation features heating, an en suite bathroom and tea/coffee making facilities. Some rooms feature a spa bath, flat-screen TV or granite decor. There is a small grocery store, a self-service laundry and luggage storage facilities. Several restaurants, cafes and bars are within 5 minutes’ walk.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.5
Excellent
637 reviews
Location
1.3 km from city centre

Travel insights for hotels in Hamilton

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hotel in Hamilton including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Hamilton?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Hamilton is August ($131). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Hamilton is April ($331).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Hamilton?

The cheapest day to stay in Hamilton is Tuesday ($117). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $299.

How much is a hotel in Hamilton tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in Hamilton tonight starting as low as $73, rising to an average cost of $170, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $73 for a 4-star hotel in Hamilton for tonight.

How much is a Hamilton hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hotels in Hamilton this weekend for as little as $87/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $99/night. For a 4-star hotel in Hamilton, the cheapest rate recently found was $87/night for this weekend.

Top-rated Hamilton hotels

Browse through properties in Hamilton that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 469 properties in Hamilton and data was last updated on 2 July 2025.
These Hamilton properties are among the highest rated by our users. Be sure to read user reviews to learn why these hotels are among the highest rated.
21 Willoughby Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$111
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in Hamilton, New Zealand

Discover affordable stays in Hamilton that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Hamilton can be found for as low as $35 per night. There is currently one property in Hamilton that can be booked for this price. Backpackers Central Hamilton is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Hamilton. Price data was last updated on 2 July 2025
At the moment, these hotels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Hamilton. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
846 Victoria Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$35
Avg. per night
140 Ulster Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$54
Avg. per night
237 Victoria Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$73
Avg. per night
290 Ulster Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$84
Avg. per night
451 Ulster Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$87
Avg. per night
165 Ulster Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$96
Avg. per night
88 Knighton Road, Hillcrest, Hamilton, New Zealand
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$96
Avg. per night
222 Ulster Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$97
Avg. per night
257 Ulster Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$97
Avg. per night
36 Liverpool Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$102
Avg. per night
174 Ulster Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$103
Avg. per night
230 Ulster Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$105
Avg. per night
36 Boundary Road, Hamilton, New Zealand
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$106
Avg. per night
299 Ulster Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$108
Avg. per night
42 Thackeray Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$109
Avg. per night
298 Ulster Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$111
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Hamilton

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Hamilton to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Hamilton at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 2 July 2025.
We've come across the following hotels in Hamilton with different price and hotel class options. For added insight, we've also noted the most popular and best value hotels within each hotel class.
4 stars +
450 Tristram Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
209 Grey Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
7 Alma Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
23 Clarence Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
281 - 285 Ulster Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
2 stars and under
2/132 Mystery Creek Road Ohaupo, Hamilton, New Zealand
846 Victoria Street, Hamilton, New Zealand

Other accommodations in Hamilton

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or holiday rental for your stay in Hamilton.
846 Victoria Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$35
Avg. per night
42 Brooklyn Road, Hamilton, New Zealand
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$149
Avg. per night
36 Liverpool Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$102
Avg. per night
281 - 285 Ulster Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$135
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Hamilton

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Hamilton to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 2 July 2025.
Scroll to and zoom in on the areas in Hamilton you plan on visiting to find nearby properties. More information on a given hotel can be accessed by clicking the hotel's name within the map.

About Hamilton

Situated on the banks of the Waikato River, Hamilton is one of the most lively and fastest growing cities in New Zealand. The city has a youthful character, thanks to its large population of students who ensure that Hamilton’s bar and restaurant scene remains robust. Wherever you are in the city, the lakes and mountains are never far away, so it’s the ideal hub for urbanites who still want the great outdoors on their doorstep.

Things to do in Hamilton

The area around Hamilton was populated by the Maori people long before European settlers arrived. Head to the Waikato Museum to find a fascinating set of galleries which reveal the richness of their culture, including a permanent exhibition on Maori astronomy called Te Whanau Marama. There is also an interactive science gallery, and visitors with interest in Hamilton’s natural history can also join hosted bat tours to local nesting sites.

St. Peter’s Church is on the site of the first Anglican church in Hamilton, though the present building dates only from 1916. Modelled on a 15th-century church from Norfolk, England, it’s built from reinforced concrete. The church’s eight signature bells were created in London and shipped here in the 1930s.

Getting around Hamilton

Hamilton has a comprehensive public transport system, including the free CBD shuttle serving the Central Business District. The CBD runs in a one-way loop, but Waikato Regional Council’s BUSIT buses run on nearly 40 other routes across the city and its surrounding area. It’s far more pleasant, and environmentally friendly, however, to use the extensive network of designated bicycle lanes.

Facts about staying in Hamilton

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Hamilton to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 2 July 2025.
  • What are the best hotels in Hamilton?

    Vr Hamilton, rated with a score of 7.0 from 3,149 reviewers, is one of the most popular hotels in Hamilton. Other top stays include Backpackers Central Hamilton, with an average rating of 7.3 from 2,102 reviewers, and Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton, with a score of 8.1 from 1,668 reviewers.

  • What is a good hotel near Seddon Park?

    Vr Hamilton is a good hotel close to Seddon Park - it has scored 7.0 over 3,149 reviews from HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel in Hamilton near Waikato Stadium?

    The most popular hotel near Waikato Stadium is Vr Hamilton, with 3,149 HotelsCombined users scoring it 7.0/10.

  • Is there a good hotel near Waikato Hospital?

    If you’re looking for good hotels near Waikato Hospital, consider Vr Hamilton (rated 7.0 over 3,149 reviews).

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Hamilton?

    HotelsCombined searches in the last 3 days suggest cheap Hamilton hotels have prices starting from as low as $56/night, depending on the popularity of your requested dates.

  • Are there any hotels in Hamilton close to Hamilton?

    The closest hotel to Hamilton is Mystery Creek Motel, which is located 11.6 km away from the city centre.

  • Which area of Hamilton is the cheapest to stay in?

    Out of all of the areas of Hamilton, Flagstaff is usually the most affordable. Travellers can expect to pay around $72 per night for a hotel in this neighbourhood. Rototuna is another economical choice, where rooms typically cost $80 per night.

  • What are some other cities to stay in when visiting Waikato?

    In addition to Hamilton, travellers opt to visit Taupo when visiting Waikato. Hahei is also a popular choice to visit.

  • How many hotels are there in Hamilton?

    In total, there are 469 hotels to choose from in Hamilton, compared to 4,892 properties in Waikato.

  • Are there accommodation options other than hotels in Hamilton?

    In addition to hotels, consider choosing from 2 hostels, 2 apartments, and 67 holiday rentals in Hamilton.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Hamilton?

    Seddon Park, Waikato Stadium, and Waikato Hospital are the most popular landmarks in Hamilton according to our data. You can experience Seddon Park if you plan to visit Hamilton. You can visit Waikato Stadium if you stay in Hamilton. Waikato Hospital is accessible while staying in Hamilton.

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