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

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.

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

1. Albert Court Motor Lodge

Hamilton East, 2.3 km from University of Waikato

John

€101

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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 reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted television, and a sign indicating the reception.

2. Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

Hamilton Central, 3 km from University of Waikato

Sarah-Jayne

€87

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern lobby with a bar area, wooden ceiling, and seating arrangements.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel with a distinctive facade featuring a large 'N' and wave patterns, multiple floors, and a covered parking area.

A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, ceiling lights, and a large screen.

3. Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Hamilton Central, 3.1 km from University of Waikato

Corrina

€148

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

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 buffet setup with various food items and a coffee station.

4. ibis Hamilton Tainui

Hamilton Central, 3.1 km from University of Waikato

Daniel

€95

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a black sofa, a window with a view of the street, and an air conditioning unit.

A modern room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a white cabinet, and a door leading to another room.

A motel with a sign indicating a vacancy.

A narrow alleyway with a brick building, a wooden fence, and a clear sky.

5. Uni Motel

Hillcrest, 0.7 km from University of Waikato

David

€66

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A neatly made bed with a grey quilt, two pillows with text, a bedside table, and a window with a curtain.

A motel with a staircase leading to a second floor, a parking lot, and a sunset sky.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

A glass-top table with chairs, a vase with flowers, and a bowl of fruit.

6. Claudelands Motel

Claudelands, 2.8 km from University of Waikato

Craig

€73

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and decorative greenery.

A modern interior with a white partition, a hanging light fixture, and a wicker floor lamp.

A hotel entrance with a 'RAMADA BY WYNDHAM' sign, glass doors, a reception desk, and a red carpet.

7. Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

Hamilton Central, 3 km from University of Waikato

Kareana

€81

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A rooftop terrace with round tables and wicker chairs, featuring a checkered floor pattern and decorative street lamps.

A hotel lobby with a grand chandelier, a reception desk, and a patterned chair.

A hotel lobby with a chandelier, seating area, reception desk, and a large window overlooking the street.

A room with a sloped ceiling, patterned floor, and two windows with curtains.

8. VR Hamilton

Hamilton Central, 3 km from University of Waikato

Brian

€33

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a microwave, and a window offering a view of buildings. Two wooden chairs are placed at the counter.

9. Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

Whitiora, 4.4 km from University of Waikato

Stephen

€91

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern building with a sign reading "Kelly Rd" and "ENTRY ONLY" sign.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a living area with a sofa and a coffee table.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a dining table with chairs.

10. Kelly Rd Cambridge Lodge

16.4 km from University of Waikato

Joanne

€114

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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.

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

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

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

11. Argent Motor Lodge

Melville, 3.7 km from University of Waikato

Jennifer

€105

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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.

12. Waikato Hospital Motel

Melville, 3.9 km from University of Waikato

Jessica

€65

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An indoor dining area with wicker furniture, large windows, and hanging wicker lamps.

A historic building with a prominent entrance, arched windows, and a sign for 'The Clements Hotel'.

A bar area with ornate ceiling, multiple bar stools, and a counter.

An outdoor seating area with a yellow umbrella, wicker furniture, and a glass door leading to a patio.

13. The Clements Hotel

18 km from University of Waikato

Helen

€162

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 apartment with a living area, kitchenette, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

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

14. Atrium on Ulster

Whitiora, 4.6 km from University of Waikato

Marama

€78

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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.

15. Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

Hamilton Central, 3.3 km from University of Waikato

Gillian

€56

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A covered patio area with potted plants and a chair.

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

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

16. BKs Premier Motel Hamilton

Melville, 4.3 km from University of Waikato

Judy

€101

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

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

A spacious living area with a staircase, a dining table, and a sofa.

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

17. The Narrows Landing

7.1 km from University of Waikato

Mel

€91

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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

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

A modern restaurant with a bar area, yellow and blue seating, and a large glass ceiling.

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

18. JetPark Hotel Hamilton Airport

9 km from University of Waikato

Annie

€81

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

A bathroom with a large mirror, a white vanity, and a glass shower enclosure.

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.

19. Astra Motor Lodge

Melville, 4.3 km from University of Waikato

Sharon

€81

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

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

20. Auto Lodge Motel

Whitiora, 4.7 km from University of Waikato

Shayne

€60

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to University of Waikato

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Albert Court Motor Lodge	9.8 Exceptional 369 reviews	View
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Novotel Tainui Hamilton	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
ibis Hamilton Tainui	8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews	View
Uni Motel	7.8 Good 171 reviews	View

Top University of Waikato Hotel Reviews

Alcamo Hotel & Conference Centre

8/10 Good

"Plenty of parking. Great value."

Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and staff, fabulous, clean room looking over the rugby parks and stadium"

Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre

8/10 Good

"The viewa were good but the stairs were steep hard going for a 70 year old with liggage"

Quest on London

10/10 Excellent

"Central location, easy to find. Staff have been good and helpful. Great in-room service, Very nice facilities."

ibis Hamilton Tainui

8/10 Good

"nothing"

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

8/10 Good

"Check in and out was easy, the staff were friendly and overall we had a great experience. The hotel is located centrally with an easy walk to bars, cafe etc. Parking was a bonus and also one of the reasons I selected the hotel. The hotel itself was quite dated compared to the photos. In saying that though our room was clean and tidy."

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

8/10 Good

"Great for families with children. Love the late check out."

VR Hamilton

8/10 Good

"Hi, this is still one of my favourite hotels. The rooms and bathrooms are spacious and clean. Yes the bathrooms sparkle. The place is showing its wear and tear but it is heritage listed which must make repairs costly. I love the ambience of the place and the location is amazing"

Albert Court Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Good location. Well maintained rooms and full range of Sky TV channels"

Other attractions near University of Waikato

Hamilton Gardens

9.4/10 (698 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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Globox Arena

9.0/10 (204 reviews)

Catch an event at Globox Arena during your trip to Hamilton. Visit the shops and spas in this family-friendly area.

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Waikato Museum of Art and History

8.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the area’s rich Māori history, take in over 3,000 works of art and interact with the wonders of science in this ever-changing cultural center.

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ArtsPost

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at ArtsPost during your trip to Hamilton. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in the area.

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Claudelands Park

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

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SkyCity Hamilton

8.4/10 (424 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Hamilton during your visit to Hamilton? Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.

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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. You'll find 185 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to University of Waikato?

Novotel Tainui Hamilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. It's located 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from University of Waikato. Other good choices within a few miles include Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge and Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton.

How many hotels are there near University of Waikato?

Expedia has 185 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles 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?

Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Hamilton Gardens, Claudelands Park or Memorial Park. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Waterworld, Lavender Backyard Garden 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 University of Waikato hotels

1. Albert Court Motor Lodge

2. Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

3. Novotel Tainui Hamilton

4. ibis Hamilton Tainui

5. Uni Motel

6. Claudelands Motel

7. Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

8. VR Hamilton

9. Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

10. Kelly Rd Cambridge Lodge

11. Argent Motor Lodge

12. Waikato Hospital Motel

13. The Clements Hotel

14. Atrium on Ulster

15. Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

16. BKs Premier Motel Hamilton

17. The Narrows Landing

18. JetPark Hotel Hamilton Airport

19. Astra Motor Lodge

20. Auto Lodge Motel

Compare popular hotels close to University of Waikato

Top University of Waikato Hotel Reviews

Alcamo Hotel & Conference Centre

Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre

Quest on London

ibis Hamilton Tainui

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

VR Hamilton

Albert Court Motor Lodge

Other attractions near University of Waikato

Hamilton Gardens

Memorial Park

Globox Arena

Waikato Museum of Art and History

ArtsPost

Claudelands Park

SkyCity Hamilton

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