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Our top choices for University of Waikato hotels

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Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
4.0 star property
Hamilton Central, 3 km from University of Waikato
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Great friendly staff, clean and quiet"
Australia
Amanda
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
Exterior
Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Novotel Tainui Hamilton
4.5 star property
Hamilton Central, 3.1 km from University of Waikato
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great stay."
United States
Helen
The price is €153
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Terrace/patio
ibis Hamilton Tainui

ibis Hamilton Tainui

ibis Hamilton Tainui
3.5 star property
Hamilton Central, 3.1 km from University of Waikato
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Great location, nice hotel, staff was amazing"
United States
michelle
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
ibis Hamilton Tainui
Microwave
Uni Motel

Uni Motel

Uni Motel
4.0 star property
Hillcrest, 0.7 km from University of Waikato
7.8 out of 10, Good, (155)
"A good place to stay with no disturbances. Parking is available at no cost. "
United States
Kaushika
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Uni Motel
Lobby
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
3.5 star property
Hamilton Central, 3 km from University of Waikato
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Lovely place! Great staff & facilities "
Australia
Robert
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
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VR Hamilton

VR Hamilton

VR Hamilton
4.0 star property
Hamilton Central, 3 km from University of Waikato
6.6 out of 10, (1003)
"Great location"
Australia
Norie
The price is €40
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
VR Hamilton
Courtyard
Argent Motor Lodge

Argent Motor Lodge

Argent Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Melville, 3.7 km from University of Waikato
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (421)
"Very clean and comfy bed. Staff very helpful and friendly"
Australia
Jacqui
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Argent Motor Lodge
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk
BKs Premier Motel Hamilton

BKs Premier Motel Hamilton

BKs Premier Motel Hamilton
4.0 star property
Melville, 4.3 km from University of Waikato
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (358)
"Nice clean place to stay"
Australia
Liz
The price is €117
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
BKs Premier Motel Hamilton
Garden
Astra Motor Lodge

Astra Motor Lodge

Astra Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Melville, 4.3 km from University of Waikato
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (239)
"All excellent thank you"
Australia
Louise
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Astra Motor Lodge
Studio
Quest On Ward

Quest On Ward

Quest On Ward
4.0 star property
Hamilton Central, 3.2 km from University of Waikato
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (396)
"Room is spacious."
Australia
Xin
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
Quest On Ward
Executive King Studio Spa
Auto Lodge Motel

Auto Lodge Motel

Auto Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
Whitiora, 4.7 km from University of Waikato
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (293)
"Great facilities, rooms are very nice and tidy. Cleaning staff did an amazing job each day and were helpful and friendly. Also, the car park spaces were plentiful and large enough to accommodate my 4 x 4. Will stay here again without question. "
Australia
Scott
The price is €54
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Auto Lodge Motel
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Arena Court Motel

Arena Court Motel

Arena Court Motel
4.0 star property
Whitiora, 4.2 km from University of Waikato
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (414)
"Staff was super kind and the room was clean."
Canada
Elizabeth
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Arena Court Motel
Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Lorne Apartments

Lorne Apartments

Lorne Apartments
3.0 star property
Melville, 3.7 km from University of Waikato
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (38)
"Enjoyed my stay here"
Australia
Glen
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Lorne Apartments
Exterior
Atrium on Ulster

Atrium on Ulster

Atrium on Ulster
4.0 star property
Whitiora, 4.6 km from University of Waikato
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"We had a great stay here at the Atrium! "
Australia
Kayleigh
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Atrium on Ulster
Large One Bedroom Apartment | Living area
Camelot on Ulster

Camelot on Ulster

Camelot on Ulster
4.0 star property
Whitiora, 4.4 km from University of Waikato
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (700)
"Lovely quiet and comfortable place."
Australia
Rodney
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Camelot on Ulster
Standard Studio | Private kitchen
Norton Motel

Norton Motel

Norton Motel
3.0 star property
Frankton, 4.6 km from University of Waikato
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (144)
"Love the cleanliness, love the location, very handy to everything, the room has an excellent layout, and very comfortable!! The king size bed is 10/10! Check in experience was great! Everything about it makes me want to come back and stay here every time I come to Hamilton! "
Australia
Maximillion
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Norton Motel
Outdoor dining
Bella Vista Motel Hamilton

Bella Vista Motel Hamilton

Bella Vista Motel Hamilton
4.0 star property
Whitiora, 4.6 km from University of Waikato
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (142)
"Room spotless clean only issue was a lot of traffic noise as on main road but other motels in the area are same I suspect."
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Bella Vista Motel Hamilton
Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
Stanley Apartments

Stanley Apartments

Stanley Apartments
3.0 star property
Claudelands, 3.2 km from University of Waikato
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (95)
"Apartment was clean, quiet and easy to access. Had all amenities promised. Check-in and check-out was smooth. "
Australia
Tasawer
The price is €56
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Stanley Apartments
Executive Studio Suite, 1 King Bed | Private kitchen
Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited
2.0 star property
Whitiora, 4.4 km from University of Waikato
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (13)
"Was a beautiful place to stay . "
Australia
Jason
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited
Standard Triple Room
Avon Apartments

Avon Apartments

Avon Apartments
2.5 star property
Frankton, 4.6 km from University of Waikato
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (160)
"Spotless clean, has everything that you may need for a short stay (I stayed for couple of nights for work purpose) . Thank you to the host!"
Australia
Laxmikant
The price is €51
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
Avon Apartments
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Top University of Waikato Hotel Reviews

Atrium on Ulster

Atrium on Ulster

10/10 Excellent
"We had a great stay here at the Atrium! "
Kayleigh 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Atrium on Ulster

Hotels near other University of Waikato attractions

Hamilton Gardens

4.7/5 (451 reviews)
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.
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Memorial Park

Explore the great outdoors at Memorial Park, a lovely green space in Hamilton. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Waikato?
University of Waikato is located in a welcoming area of Hamilton that travellers like for its gardens and casinos. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 6 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to University of Waikato?
Located a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from University of Waikato, Uni Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good choices within a few miles include Novotel Tainui Hamilton and Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center.
How many hotels are there near University of Waikato?
Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from University of Waikato.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Waikato, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to University of Waikato.
What can I see and do near University of Waikato?
You can wander around Hamilton Gardens, Claudelands Park or Memorial Park if you want a dose of fresh air. At Globox Arena, Waikato Museum of Art and History and Founders Theatre, you'll experience some of the local culture. Explore nature at Waikato River and Lake Rotoroa.