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A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a small refrigerator. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.

A row of single-story buildings with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden headboard, a small wooden nightstand, and a window with curtains.

A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, a sink with a mirror, and a window.

1. Waikato Hospital Motel

7.1 km from Hamilton Zoo

￥10,059

￥11,568 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A bedroom with a large window, a bed with a blue blanket, and a bathroom with a glass shower door.

A modern dining area with a marble table, a colorful striped vase with branches, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern kitchen with a large window, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with bar stools.

A hallway with a Level 3 fire action sign, a flower vase on a console table, and an elevator to the left.

2. Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

4.9 km from Hamilton Zoo

Stephen

￥14,103

￥16,402 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a framed picture on the wall and a window providing natural light.

A modern building with a sign reading "ARGENT motor lodge".

A display of Natural Earth personal care products including a shower cap, body wash, conditioner, and moisturizer.

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, ottoman, and table, surrounded by greenery and a staircase.

3. Argent Motor Lodge

7.2 km from Hamilton Zoo

￥14,651

￥16,917 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A hotel room with a wooden bed, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and cabinets, a glass table with two chairs, and a window with curtains.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and cabinets. There is a glass table with two chairs.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, a sink, and a window with curtains. There is a dining area with a glass table and chairs.

4. Auto Lodge Motel

4.6 km from Hamilton Zoo

Shayne

￥9,295

￥10,689 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious café with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, and a balcony with a railing.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, and a large window with curtains.

A pool area with lounge chairs and red umbrellas.

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, a sign for 'Ventura Inn & Suites', and a well-lit outdoor area with landscaping.

5. Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

6.6 km from Hamilton Zoo

Sarah-Jayne

￥11,941

￥13,846 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a painting on the wall, and a window with a view of buildings.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and small refrigerator.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, dining area, and a red sofa.

A reception desk with a 'welcome' sign, a framed picture on the wall, and a chair to the right.

6. Albert Court Motor Lodge

7.6 km from Hamilton Zoo

John

￥17,370

￥19,975 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A building with a brick facade, large windows, and a brick pathway with trimmed hedges.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

A patio area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a table with chairs.

A glass-top table with a wooden bench, surrounded by chairs, in an outdoor setting with a grill and potted plants.

7. Quantum Lodge Motor Inn

3.4 km from Hamilton Zoo

Jason

￥13,483

￥15,553 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A bed with two pillows, a bedside table with a fruit bowl, and a potted plant.

A multi-story hotel with a parking lot and a fenced area.

A room with a treadmill, elliptical, and stationary bike, carpeted floor, white walls, and large windows.

A small outdoor seating area with two chairs and a table, surrounded by white siding walls and potted plants.

8. BKs Premier Motel Hamilton

6.9 km from Hamilton Zoo

Montana

￥14,959

￥17,228 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a sofa, and large windows.

A wooden hot tub with a step leading up to it, surrounded by a wooden fence and a grey wall.

A modern building with large glass windows and a curved roof.

Two people in a hot tub with a wooden edge, holding wine glasses.

9. Atrium on Ulster

4.7 km from Hamilton Zoo

Marama

￥10,798

￥12,703 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A concrete planter with a banana plant and a tree with red and orange leaves.

A modern hotel room with two orange leather sofas, a white coffee table, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and an air conditioning unit on the ceiling.

A building with a curved roof, a reception area, and a sign that reads 'TEAWA.'

A hotel room with a bed, two orange armchairs, a small table, a TV, and a washing machine in the corner.

10. Te Awa Suites

4.8 km from Hamilton Zoo

Liam

￥14,250

￥16,388 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area.

11. ibis Hamilton Tainui

6.1 km from Hamilton Zoo

Daniel

￥13,245

￥15,232 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, large windows, and modern furniture.

A swimming pool with clear blue water, a lounge area with chairs, and a building in the background.

A Hobbit-style house with a round door, stone steps leading up to it, and a garden with various flowers.

A reception desk with a modern design, featuring a grey marble top and wooden base. There are three pendant lights hanging above the desk.

12. JetPark Hotel Hamilton Airport

15.1 km from Hamilton Zoo

Annie

￥10,850

￥12,534 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A modern dining area with a round table, black chairs, and a bowl of fruit. There is a ceiling fan, a flat-screen TV, and large windows with curtains.

A reception area with a white desk, black leather couch, and abstract wall art.

A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa set, a TV mounted on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a dining area with a table and chairs, a kitchen with white cabinets and appliances, and a large window with blinds.

13. Camelot on Ulster

4.9 km from Hamilton Zoo

Dean

￥10,373

￥12,046 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A garden with a gravel path, wooden fences, and various plants and flowers.

A wooden table with two wine glasses, a bottle of wine, and a small potted plant.

The entrance to Ashwood Manor with a sign indicating a motor lodge.

A reception area with a reception desk, a sofa, and a window providing a view of the outdoors.

14. Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

6.2 km from Hamilton Zoo

Brad

￥8,424

￥9,731 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a built-in microwave.

A parking lot with a wet surface, likely from recent rain.

A white door with a handle, a white air conditioning unit mounted on the wall, and a light fixture on the ceiling.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV on the wall, and a window with curtains.

15. Norton Motel

4.7 km from Hamilton Zoo

Kathy

￥11,292

￥13,153 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A motel with multiple units, a parking lot, and a street with moving traffic.

A neatly made bed with white linens, two teal pillows, and a red blanket. There is a small bedside table with a lamp and a phone.

A display of Natural Earth products including body wash, conditioner, and bath salts.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, oven, and dishwasher.

16. Astra Motor Lodge

6.8 km from Hamilton Zoo

Troy

￥16,963

￥19,508 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A spacious lobby with a wooden ceiling, a staircase, a reception desk, and a leather sofa.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, wicker chairs, and a vase of flowers.

An open-air pavilion with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a view of greenery outside.

A large, multi-story building with a prominent balcony area, surrounded by trees and a well-lit outdoor space.

17. The Narrows Landing

14.3 km from Hamilton Zoo

Mel

￥14,809

￥17,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A Kingsgate Hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large potted plant, and flags on the wall.

A buffet counter with various food items and a coffee machine.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A corridor with wooden doors and a sign reading "Conference Centre".

18. Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre

3.4 km from Hamilton Zoo

Carla

￥14,407

￥16,731 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, chairs, a TV, and a large window with a view of the outside.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a restaurant with outdoor seating, and a well-maintained hedge.

A breakfast bar with various food items, coffee machines, and storage shelves.

A modern building with multiple balconies and a swimming pool.

19. Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

5.3 km from Hamilton Zoo

Shane

￥11,838

￥13,727 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A narrow pathway leading to a building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

A two-story house with a balcony, a driveway, and a car parked in front.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a chandelier, a staircase, and framed artwork on the walls.

A two-story building with a balcony and a covered porch area.

20. Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre

6.2 km from Hamilton Zoo

JOHN

￥7,901

￥9,295 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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Top Hamilton Zoo Hotel Reviews

Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

10/10 Excellent

"Extremely clean and maintained at excellent standards. The bed was as comfortable as you can get."

ibis Hamilton Tainui

10/10 Excellent

"Cleaned room , nice breakfast and good location"

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

8/10 Good

"Great location. Close to town center to walk. Nice and clean"

Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre

8/10 Good

"Location good for our visit to the Hamilton Gardens and the Zoo."

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

10/10 Excellent

"Quiet but central location. Friendly staff"

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

8/10 Good

"Very clean and tidy property . Good overnight spot to stay . Good buffet breaky in the morning 👍👍👍"

Te Awa Suites

8/10 Good

"Quiet,clean with very helpful staff. A short walk to the river walkway which is pleasant way to walk to the city."

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

10/10 Excellent

"Very good plenty of room One thing TV needs attention wasn’t at all clear"

Quantum Lodge Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, friendly staff, very clean had all the amenities we needed. Would definitely stay again."

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8.8/10 (578 reviews)

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Waterworld

8.8/10 (42 reviews)

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Classics Museum

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Prodrive Golf

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FMG Stadium Waikato

8.8/10 (134 reviews)

Catch an event at FMG Stadium Waikato during your trip to Hamilton. Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.

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Whitiora Bible Church

After visiting Whitiora Bible Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hamilton. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in the area.

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Blastacars Hamilton

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Hamilton Zoo?

Hamilton Zoo is located in an area that travelers like for its spas. You'll find 173 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Hamilton Zoo?

Novotel Tainui Hamilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness center. It's located 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from Hamilton Zoo. Other good options within a few miles include Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge and Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Hamilton Zoo?

Expedia has 173 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Hamilton Zoo.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Hamilton Zoo, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Hamilton Zoo.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Hamilton Zoo?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Hamilton Zoo, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Hamilton Zoo?

Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of Claudelands Park, Taitua Arboretum, and Memorial Park. Create some family memories at Waterworld and Rototuna Performing Arts Centre. Attractions like Globox Arena and Waikato Museum of Art and History highlight the local culture.

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Our top choices for Hamilton Zoo hotels

1. Waikato Hospital Motel

2. Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

3. Argent Motor Lodge

4. Auto Lodge Motel

5. Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

6. Albert Court Motor Lodge

7. Quantum Lodge Motor Inn

8. BKs Premier Motel Hamilton

9. Atrium on Ulster

10. Te Awa Suites

11. ibis Hamilton Tainui

12. JetPark Hotel Hamilton Airport

13. Camelot on Ulster

14. Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

15. Norton Motel

16. Astra Motor Lodge

17. The Narrows Landing

18. Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre

19. Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

20. Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre

Top Hamilton Zoo Hotel Reviews

Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

ibis Hamilton Tainui

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

Te Awa Suites

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

Quantum Lodge Motor Inn

Other attractions near Hamilton Zoo

The Base

Waterworld

Classics Museum

Taitua Arboretum

Prodrive Golf

FMG Stadium Waikato

Whitiora Bible Church

Blastacars Hamilton

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