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 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.
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.
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.
FMG Stadium Waikato
Catch an event at FMG Stadium Waikato during your trip to Hamilton. Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.
Things to do
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Sanctuary Mountain (Mt Maungatautari) & Waitomo Luxury Day tour from Auckland
Chartwell Hotel Deals
Holiday Room in Chartwell
Convenient parking right outside the door. Spacious room with everything provided. A very enjoyable stay.
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Only stated for one night. Good location. We ate in the resturant and the food was very good. Breakfast had a good selection to choose from. Room was good, we had a view over the river.
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Excellent
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Quest on London
The rooms were very spacious, clean, well equipped and comfortable.
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Nice
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
VR Hamilton
Older hotel but clean and tidy. Our room was on the 2nd floor facing the road. A little noisy on Saturday until about 2am. Our next stay we will get a room facing Collinwood St. Room was very large with a double and single comfortable bed. Bathroom was alittle dated but clean and functional
Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Chartwell
Fairfield
While Fairfield might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Claudelands Park and Globox Arena.
Claudelands
If you're spending some time in Claudelands, Waikato River and Globox Arena are top sights worth seeing.
Beerescourt
Though Beerescourt might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Waterworld and FMG Stadium Waikato.
Rototuna
While Rototuna might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like FMG Stadium Waikato and Hamilton Centre Place.
Saint Andrews
While Saint Andrews isn't home to many top sights, Waterworld and The Base are some notable places to visit nearby.
Whitiora
While Whitiora isn't home to many top sights, FMG Stadium Waikato and Hamilton Centre Place are some notable places to visit nearby.
