Your guide to finding the best hotels in Hamilton, New Zealand
Make the most of your time in Hamilton by booking a hotel that meets your needs. We’ve picked some of Hamilton's best hotels, from luxurious to more modest hotels.
Best time to visit Hamilton
Hamilton is an interesting travel destination year-round, but what you hope to do (or avoid) during your trip should be considered before booking, such as weather and price.
Low and high season in Hamilton
Busiest month(s): September brings the most visitors to Hamilton, which means the average price per night reaches $226. If you’re visiting during this time, prepare for higher costs than less busy seasons, when average nightly prices fall to $173.
Quietest month(s): Save on your hotel stay and avoid peak season prices by visiting during July, when the average price per night is $173.
Hamilton gets a low amount of annual rainfall, great if you like drier weather.
To escape the rainy season, plan your trip to Hamilton in November.
The priciest month in Hamilton is September, and you can expect to spend around $226 on hotel rooms. Weekend rates generally increase, averaging around $192 per night throughout the year, while Saturday sees the highest rates at the best hotels in Hamilton. You'll find savings on Sunday, which is the cheapest day to reserve a room on average.
Where to stay in Hamilton
With Skyscanner, it's easy to find the best Hamilton hotels — from 5-star to the most booked — at a cost you want.
Popular hotels in Hamilton
These are some other booked hotels in Hamilton:
The Argent Motor Lodge is a fantastic place to stay at, with its 4-star rating and range of amenities. The hotel offers an excellent stay in the center of Hamilton, with its free breakfast, fitness center, indoor pool, and free Wi-Fi.
If you're looking for comfort and affordability, choose the Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton. Its 3.5-star rating ensures exceptional value, and you can enjoy a range of amenities like the spa, gym, restaurant, and bar.
With a pool, fitness center, free breakfast and free parking on site, the 4-star hotel Novotel Hamilton Tainui Hotel offers comfort and modern amenities.
The Ibis Hamilton Tainui is a 3-star hotel that has plenty to provide, such as a free Wi-Fi, Parking, 24-hour front desk, and restaurant.
With a modern and comfortable design, the VR Hamilton Hotel is a 4-star hotel that provides pool, fitness center, free breakfast, and free Wi-Fi.
Things to do in Hamilton
Hamilton has plenty to discover do right in the city center, like the Hamilton Gardens, the Classics Museum, and Waikato Museum. Explore different neighborhoods and find interesting attractions and things to do like the Hamilton Lake Domain. If you love food, you'll enjoy the authentic local cuisine, creative twists on classics, and flavors from around the world at Chim Thai, Duck Island Ice Cream, Palate, The Kirk Cafe, and Adriana's Restaurant.
