Winter in the Waikato
This winter, head to the Waikato for a getaway like no other. Delight in hot chocolates by the fire, enjoy a beautiful winter sunset, unwind in cozy accommodation and experience the beauty of Waikato.
Visiting from out of town?
From inner city hotels and motels to rural lodges and beachside holiday parks, the region boasts a range of accommodation to suit all budgets and tastes.
- Novotel Tainui Hamilton: On the banks of the Waikato River, within a short distance of the Hamilton City section of the Te Awa cycleway, Novotel offers all the creature comforts of a large hotel.
- Jet Park Hotel Hamilton Airport: Conveniently located adjacent to Hamilton Airport. Enjoy a quiet setting, home-style food, and replenishing outdoor spaces at Jet Park Hotel Hamilton Airport.
- Distinction Hotel Hamilton: Boasting 147 rooms and suites, many refurbished in 2017, free unlimited Wi-Fi, restaurant & bar, fitness centre, indoor swimming pool & spa pools.
- Ibis Tainui Hamilton: The hotel presents the only restaurant in the city with breath taking views of the Waikato River - a great place to enjoy unique local flavours
- Te Karaka Lodge: Luxurious rural escape into nature, surrounded by breathtaking landscape.
- Podium Lodge: Modern 86-bed facility, offering a unique accommodation experience in a peaceful rural setting.
- Ramada by Wyndham: 69-room, 3+ star hotel features a variety of room categories to suit every traveller.
- Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton: Located in the heart of the city, Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton is within a short walking distance to FMG Waikato Stadium
- Hidden Lake Hotel & Apartments: Boutique and contemporary accommodation situated in the heritage town of Cambridge.
- Castaways Resort: Enjoy ocean front studio or chalet accommodation. All accommodation has sea views, super king beds, wireless internet, Sky TV, kitchenettes as well as private decks.
Flying to Hamilton?
With direct flights daily from Wellington, Christchurch and more, it's easy for everyone to fly to the Waikato.
- Find Flights: Fly direct to Hamilton airport. With taxis and Uber it is super easy to get to the city centre from the airport.
- Hertz Hamilton: Conveniently located at Hamilton Airport, you can hop off the plane and grab a rental car from Hertz.