Popular places to visit
Hamilton Gardens
From the peaceful Japanese Zen Garden to the explosion of colour in the Indian Char Bagh Garden, anyone who loves nature will enjoy this man-made paradise.
Hamilton Central Business District
Hamilton Central Business District is just one of the places to see in Hamilton, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in the area.
SkyCity Hamilton
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.
Waikato Hospital
If Waikato Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Hamilton.
University of Waikato
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Waikato during your travels in Hamilton. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
FMG Stadium Waikato
Catch an event at FMG Stadium Waikato during your trip to Hamilton. Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.
Things to do
Waikato River: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Cambridge: Waikato River 45-Minute Extreme Jet Boat Ride
Sanctuary Mountain (Mt Maungatautari) & Waitomo Luxury Day tour from Auckland
Top hotels in Chartwell
Holiday Room in Chartwell
It would be better to have some paper towels in the kitchen.
Reviewed on 3 Oct, 2025
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Staff very welcoming and helpful. Easy access and capable of parking my car. Room of good size and quality finishes in all areas.
Reviewed on 8 Oct, 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Very convenient
Reviewed on 26 Oct, 2025
VR Hamilton
The rooms are tidy and a generous size. Location is great and we did expect a level of noise being right in the CBD but it was incredibly noisy and we barely got any sleep. We heard fights outside on the road in the wee hours of the morning. Such a shame because the hotel and facilities are nice ...
Reviewed on 25 Oct, 2025
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
The staff is friendly and helpful. Easy free parking in the hotel. Room is good size and clean. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on 22 Oct, 2025
Quest on London
Clean and spacious. Comfortable bed. Parking poor. No elevator to 3rd floor
Reviewed on 15 Oct, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Chartwell
Fairfield
Fairfield might not have many top sights, but Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Claudelands
While visiting Claudelands, you might make a stop by sights like Globox Arena and Claudelands Park.
Rototuna
Though Rototuna may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like FMG Stadium Waikato and Globox Arena.
Saint Andrews
While Saint Andrews may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Waterworld and FMG Stadium Waikato.
Whitiora
When in Whitiora, you can plan a visit to FMG Stadium Waikato and Hamilton Centre Place, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Hamilton Central
While visiting Hamilton Central, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton.
