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Popular hotels in Waikato

Discover well-known properties in Waikato that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 5,137 hotels in Waikato and price data was last updated on 11 7월 2025. The average price for a hotel in Waikato is $201/night.
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41 Harsant Avenue, Hahei, New Zealand
Ocean-view holiday park with bar/lounge, near Hahei Beach At Hahei Beach Resort, spend the day on the beach where you can enjoy surfing/body boarding. Then return for a meal at one of the holiday park's 2 restaurants. All 21 accommodations offer free WiFi, furnished balconies, and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Microwaves and premium bedding are among the other amenities that guests will find. Housekeeping is available once per stay. Hahei Beach Resort offers 21 accommodations. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided once per stay. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Parking
8.3
Excellent
675 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
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
1672 reviews
Location
1.0 km from city centre
80-100 Napier Road, Taupo, New Zealand
The elegant Hilton Lake Taupo hotel is located on the Napier-Taupo Highway, just minutes from the town center and 15 minutes from Taupo airport and features stunning views over the largest lake in New Zealand and the mountains of the Tongariro National Park. The original Terraces Hotel, built in 1889, forms the Heritage Wing with rooms that feature private balconies offering views of Lake Taupo or the picturesque Thermal Springs. The new Mountain Wing features Guest Rooms, Junior Suites and self-contained Apartments: all benefiting from wireless internet access, available on request, and complimentary use of the Fitness Center, pool, spa-pool, sauna, steam room and tennis court. Enjoy lakeside views over breakfast or savor dinner in front of a welcoming open fire in Bistro Lago restaurant and bar. When hosting a meeting, event or even a wedding, the historic Cellar Ballroom and cocktail bar are the ideal destinations for your guests. Visit Taupo Motor Sports Park or Wairakei International Golf Course, or if you're feeling adventurous, try an exhilarating bungee jump or helicopter flight.
8.2
Excellent
2466 reviews
Location
3.1 km from city centre
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei, New Zealand
This historic hotel features rooms with views across Wairakei Tourist Park in the North Island. Two outdoor swimming pools, a well-equipped gym and spa offer a full range of treatments. There's also a 9-hole golf course, an inviting restaurant and a family-friendly atmosphere. Extensive conference facilities are available, and there are several sports venues nearby.
Free Wi-Fi
7.3
Good
2677 reviews
Location
1.7 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
2225 reviews
Location
0.5 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
2298 reviews
Location
1.2 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
1919 reviews
Location
0.3 km from city centre
6 Albert Street, Whitianga, New Zealand
Hotel in Whitianga with free parking This hotel features dry cleaning, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, barbecue grills, a picnic area, and a front-desk safe are onsite. Housekeeping is available once per stay. Albert Number 6 Motel offers 16 accommodations with hair dryers and portable fans. Televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.3
Excellent
1299 reviews
Location
1.2 km from city centre
213 Lake Terrace, Taupo, New Zealand
Beach motel near Maori Carvings This smoke-free motel features a coffee shop/cafe, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. The Cove Taupo offers 19 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries. This Taupo motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with premium digital channels. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.2
Excellent
1628 reviews
Location
2.5 km from city centre
100 Lake Terrace, Taupo, New Zealand
Lakefront hotel with a coffee shop and an outdoor pool Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free manager's reception are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Lakefront Lodge Taupo offers 40 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. 40-inch LED televisions come with premium digital channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.0
Good
1785 reviews
Location
1.3 km from city centre

Travel insights for hotels in Waikato

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

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

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Waikato is July ($174). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Waikato is May ($717).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Waikato is Tuesday ($209). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is $599.

How much is a hotel in Waikato tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in Waikato tonight starting as low as $40, rising to an average cost of $168, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $70 for a 4-star hotel in Waikato for tonight.

How much is a Waikato hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hotels in Waikato this weekend for as little as $40/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $40/night. For a 4-star hotel in Waikato, the cheapest rate recently found was $78/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in Waikato?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 52 days before your trip to Waikato. The lowest price found when booking 52 days ahead was $81 per night.

Top-rated Waikato hotels

Browse through properties in Waikato that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 5,137 properties in Waikato and data was last updated on 11 7월 2025.
According to our users, these are some of the best hotels to stay at in Waikato. Learn why these hotels were rated among the best by reading user reviews.
114 Lake Terrace, Taupo, New Zealand
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$122
Avg. per night
130 Lake Terrace, Taupo, New Zealand
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$172
Avg. per night
20 Eyre Street, Whitianga, New Zealand
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$90
Avg. per night
16 Thackeray Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$111
Avg. per night
79 Mere Road, Taupo, New Zealand
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$209
Avg. per night
3 Titiraupenga Street, Taupo, New Zealand
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$162
Avg. per night
156 Main Road, Tairua, New Zealand
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$158
Avg. per night
138 Lake Terrace, Taupo, New Zealand
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$168
Avg. per night
311 Lake Terrace, Taupo, New Zealand
3.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$160
Avg. per night
63 Mere Road, Taupo, New Zealand
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$137
Avg. per night
Whitianga, New Zealand
2.0 km from city centre
$184
Avg. per night
7 Waitomo Village Road, Waitomo, New Zealand
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$155
Avg. per night
4600 State Highway 1, Turangi, New Zealand
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$133
Avg. per night
36 Liverpool Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$100
Avg. per night
135 Heuheu Street, Taupo, New Zealand
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$178
Avg. per night
14 Northcroft Street, Taupo, New Zealand
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$245
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in Waikato, New Zealand

Discover affordable stays in Waikato that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Waikato can be found for as low as $34 per night. There is currently one property in Waikato that can be booked for this price. Haka House Taupo is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Waikato. Price data was last updated on 11 7월 2025
Out of the hotels in Waikato we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
56 Kaimanawa Street, Taupo, New Zealand
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$34
Avg. per night
846 Victoria Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$36
Avg. per night
Hotel Access Road Hotel Access Road Waitomo 3943, Waitomo, New Zealand
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$40
Avg. per night
118 Tamamutu Street, Taupo, New Zealand
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$58
Avg. per night
26 Ngawaka Place, Turangi, New Zealand
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$66
Avg. per night
600 Waitomo Caves Road, Waitomo, New Zealand
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$70
Avg. per night
237 Victoria Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$73
Avg. per night
79 Princes Street, Putaruru, New Zealand
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$78
Avg. per night
89 Victoria Street, Cambridge, New Zealand
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$81
Avg. per night
290 Ulster Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$82
Avg. per night
451 Ulster Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$82
Avg. per night
38 Whitbourne Road, Otorohanga, New Zealand
5.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$84
Avg. per night
Coromandel, New Zealand
0.7 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$84
Avg. per night
Matamata, New Zealand
7.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$85
Avg. per night
24 Upland Road, Huntly, New Zealand
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$87
Avg. per night
76 Napier-Taupo Road, SH 5, Taupo, New Zealand
3.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$88
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Waikato

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Waikato 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 Waikato at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 11 7월 2025.
Hotels located in the Waikato area sorted by price and hotel class. As an added layer, we've also marked the most popular and best value properties in each hotel class.
4 stars +
80-100 Napier Road, Taupo, New Zealand
450 Tristram Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
41 Harsant Avenue, Hahei, New Zealand
76 Napier-Taupo Road, SH 5, Taupo, New Zealand
640 Wairakei Road, Wairakei, New Zealand
3 stars
213 Lake Terrace, Taupo, New Zealand
100 Lake Terrace, Taupo, New Zealand
6 Albert Street, Whitianga, New Zealand
2 stars and under
85 Arawa Street, Matamata, New Zealand
846 Victoria Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
59 Main North Rd (SH 3), Otorohanga, New Zealand
56 Lake Terrace, 3350 Taupo, New Zealand, Taupo, New Zealand
56 Kaimanawa Street, Taupo, New Zealand

Other accommodations in Waikato

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or holiday rental for your stay in Waikato.
600 Waitomo Caves Road, Waitomo, New Zealand
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$70
Avg. per night
846 Victoria Street, Hamilton, New Zealand
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$36
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Waikato

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Waikato to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 11 7월 2025.
Use the map to find hotels in Waikato that are close to the points of interest you'll be frequenting. You can find more information on a particular hotel within the map by clicking on its name.

About Waikato

Waikato is an enchanting pocket of New Zealand where you can walk along black-sand beaches, explore subterranean caves and visit a legendary set from “The Lord of the Rings”. Enjoy art, culture and cuisine in the vibrant capital city of Hamilton and get your pulse racing with adventure activities and nature-based experiences.

Things to do in Waikato

Set on the Waikato River, Hamilton is a gateway to the region. The vibrant city centre is packed with trendy cafes, bars and restaurants. Meet hundreds of exotic animals at Hamilton Zoo and stroll through one of the biggest walk-through aviaries in the country. Be transported to England, Japan, Italy and beyond at Hamilton Gardens, a 50-hectare park that takes design cues from countries around the world. Stroll around the Char Bagh Garden inspired by the Taj Mahal and learn about Māori plants and flowers in the Te Parapara Garden.

Glowworm Cave captures the magic of the Waikato region. After walking past shimmering stalactites and stalagmites, you’ll enter the Cathedral, an enormous limestone cavern with incredible acoustics. Tours end with a boat ride along the underground river. No need for torches – thousands of twinkling glow worms light up the way.

Live out your Middle Earth fantasies with Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours. It’s one of the few official film sets used in “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy and is just as amazing in real life. Peer into adorable hobbit houses with grass-covered roofs, flower-filled gardens and circular wooden doors. Wrap up the tour with a drink at the atmospheric Green Dragon Inn.

Hit speeds of up to 80 kilometres per hour on a jet boat ride along the Waikato River. Hang tight as the captain pulls off 360-degree spins and thrilling turns. Slow down the pace on the well-marked trail to Wairere Falls. At more than 150 metres tall, it’s one of the most impressive waterfalls on the North Island. Watch as the falls cascade down a rocky cliff and into a natural pool surrounded by lush ferns and moss-covered rocks.

Getting around Waikato

Rental cars offer the freedom to explore Waikato at your own pace. Trains run between Waikato and Auckland in 2.5 hours. Buses can be a good way to get around Waikato and visit local sights and attractions. Hamilton Airport is a gateway to the Waikato region.

Facts about staying in Waikato

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Waikato to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 11 7월 2025.
  • Where is the best place to stay in Waikato?

    Users favour staying in areas such as Taupo, Hamilton, and Coromandel. Consider these locations when searching for your desired stay.

  • What are the best hotels in Waikato?

    One of the most popular hotels in Waikato is Vr Hamilton, which has been reviewed by 3,157 users and currently has a rating of 7.0/10. Other top-rated locations include Taupo Debretts Spa Resort and Hilton Lake Taupo, which have received 8.1/10 and 8.2/10 ratings from our users, respectively.

  • What is a good hotel near Cathedral Cove Beach?

    Hahei Sea Vista (2) is a hotel near Cathedral Cove Beach that is popular with HotelsCombined users, scoring 9.5 across 90 reviews.

  • What is a good hotel in Waikato near Seddon Park?

    Vr Hamilton is the most recommended hotel near Seddon Park on HotelsCombined (scoring 7.0 over 3,157 reviews).

  • Is there a good hotel near Waikato Stadium?

    3,157 HotelsCombined reviews of Vr Hamilton score it 7.0/10, making it a highly recommended hotel near Waikato Stadium.

  • What is the cheapest city to visit in Waikato?

    Raglan and Tirau are the top two cheapest cities to stay in Waikato. It costs $42 per night on average to stay in Raglan, and around $74 per night in Tirau.

  • What is the most popular city in Waikato to stay in?

    The majority of our users looked for stays in Taupo, which makes it the most popular city to stay in Waikato. Hamilton and Coromandel in Waikato are also popular among our users if you’re looking for more recommendations.

  • What is the cheapest city to visit in Waikato?

    TOP 10 Holiday Parks, Scenic Circle Hotels, and Hilton Hotels are the top three most popular hotel chains in Waikato according to our data.

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

    If your travel plans to Waikato are flexible, we recommend visiting at least one of the following most popular landmarks: Cathedral Cove Beach, Seddon Park, or Waikato Stadium. Whitianga is the city you should stay in if you want to visit Cathedral Cove Beach. Staying in Hamilton is preferred if you want to visit Seddon Park. To visit Waikato Stadium, it’s most convenient if you stay in Hamilton.

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