⭐ Top 10 Hotels Near Waikato River for 2026

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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 brick building with a sloped roof, a wooden pergola, and a large tree in the background.

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

1.2 km from Waikato River

John

S$145

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 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.

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

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

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a mirror above it.

2. Argent Motor Lodge

2.1 km from Waikato River

Jennifer

S$141

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 kitchen with a microwave, a sink, and a window with curtains. There is a dining area with a glass table and chairs.

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

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

3. Auto Lodge Motel

2.3 km from Waikato River

Shayne

S$86

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

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

4. BKs Premier Motel Hamilton

2.4 km from Waikato River

Montana

S$137

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a sofa, and large windows.

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

Two people in a hot tub with a wooden edge, holding wine glasses.

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

5. Atrium on Ulster

2.3 km from Waikato River

Marama

S$95

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A building with a sign labeled "QUEST" on the facade.

A reception area with a counter, a desk, a chair, a sign reading "QUEST", and a flower vase.

A compact kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a small seating area with a yellow chair.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with green bedding, and a large window offering a city view.

6. Quest On Ward

0.7 km from Waikato River

Cory

S$119

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 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 compact kitchen with a microwave, oven, and dishwasher.

7. Astra Motor Lodge

2.4 km from Waikato River

Troy

S$136

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A modern dining area with a round table, black chairs, and a bowl of fruit. There is a ceiling fan, a flat-screen TV, and large windows with curtains.

A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, and a wall-mounted abstract painting.

A reception area with a white desk, black leather couch, and abstract wall art.

A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa set, a TV mounted on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

8. Camelot on Ulster

2 km from Waikato River

Dean

S$97

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a built-in microwave.

A parking lot with a wet surface, likely from recent rain.

A row of modern, single-story houses with a uniform design, featuring large windows and a flat roof.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV on the wall, and a window with curtains.

9. Norton Motel

2 km from Waikato River

Kathy

S$104

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A wooden picnic table with benches in a garden area with a paved walkway.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a kitchenette.

A garden with various flowering plants and a neatly trimmed hedge.

A compact living space with a sofa, a small table, a kitchenette, and a TV mounted on the wall.

10. Bella Vista Motel Hamilton

2.2 km from Waikato River

Thomas

S$108

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A spacious café with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, and a balcony with a railing.

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

A pool area with lounge chairs and red umbrellas.

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, a sign for 'Ventura Inn & Suites', and a well-lit outdoor area with landscaping.

11. Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

0.6 km from Waikato River

Sarah-Jayne

S$118

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a residential area with houses.

A small kitchen with a sink, microwave, and a small refrigerator. There is a dining table with two red chairs and a clock on the wall.

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a TV mounted on the wall, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A two-story building with green doors, a balcony, and a bench outside.

12. Hamilton Settlers Motor Lodge

1.9 km from Waikato River

Frank

S$82

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A compact kitchen with a washing machine, microwave, oven, and a refrigerator.

A modern two-story apartment building with a garage parking space.

A compact room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a small table.

13. Lorne Apartments

2 km from Waikato River

Glen

S$98

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A garden with a gravel path, wooden fences, and various plants and flowers.

The entrance to Ashwood Manor with a sign indicating a motor lodge.

A wooden table with two wine glasses, a bottle of wine, and a small potted plant.

A reception area with a reception desk, a sofa, and a window providing a view of the outdoors.

14. Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

0.7 km from Waikato River

Brad

S$77

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 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 conference room with multiple tables and chairs, ceiling lights, and a large screen.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small round table, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

15. Novotel Tainui Hamilton

0.5 km from Waikato River

Corrina

S$191

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with a view of the outside.

A compact kitchen with dark blue cabinets, a white stove, and a yellow countertop.

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, and a ceiling light.

A modern building with a flat roof and large windows, surrounded by a parking area and a wooden fence.

16. Stanley Apartments

1.5 km from Waikato River

Johnny

S$96

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A modern hotel room with a bed, a black leather sofa, a small table, and a view of the outside.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, a microwave, a sink, and a window with a view of greenery.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a window with a view of trees, and a marble backsplash.

A room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a red storage unit, a dining table with four chairs, and a patterned carpet.

17. Beetham Park Motel

2.3 km from Waikato River

nick

S$108

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.

A buffet setup with various food items and a coffee station.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

18. ibis Hamilton Tainui

0.6 km from Waikato River

Daniel

S$126

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A narrow pathway leading to a building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

A bed with white and red bedding, a heart-shaped pillow, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a chandelier, a staircase, and framed artwork on the walls.

A two-story building with a balcony and a covered porch area.

19. Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre

0.8 km from Waikato River

JOHN

S$78

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

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

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, white tiled walls, and a dark floor.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a desk with a chair. There is a kitchenette in the background.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a dishwasher, a sink, and an oven.

20. Zeta Motel

1.7 km from Waikato River

MERVYN

S$85

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Waikato River

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Albert Court Motor Lodge	9.8 Exceptional 369 reviews	View
Argent Motor Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 449 reviews	View
Auto Lodge Motel	9.4 Exceptional 352 reviews	View
BKs Premier Motel Hamilton	9.4 Exceptional 388 reviews	View
Atrium on Ulster	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View

Top Waikato River Hotel Reviews

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

10/10 Excellent

"The room was very clean and spacious. Would stay here again."

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent property with large rooms. Restaurant very nice as well. Parking is a hassle in Hamilton, no wonder the shops there are struggling. Know where to park."

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The property is absolutely immaculate. It is near the centre, it is quiet. Parking spaces are a bit small but are right outside the door. The rooms are spacious, the bathroom ahd kitchen facilities are very clean and well maintained. I have no complaints whatsoever."

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and spacious room"

Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

10/10 Excellent

"Extremely clean and maintained at excellent standards. The bed was as comfortable as you can get."

Microtel Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay handy to PaknSave and to get to Claudelands Event Centre"

Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre

8/10 Good

"Location good for our visit to the Hamilton Gardens and the Zoo."

Stanley Apartments

8/10 Good

"Tea towel, although clean was badly stained and should be replaced"

Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre

8/10 Good

"Cracked tiles in the bathroom floor. Looking out dated"

Other attractions near Waikato River

Hamilton Central Business District

7.2/10 (226 reviews)

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.

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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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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 centre.

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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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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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Hamilton Centre Place

8.2/10 (405 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Hamilton Centre Place during your stay in Hamilton. Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.

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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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Seddon Park

9.0/10 (42 reviews)

Catch an event at Seddon Park during your trip to 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 Waikato River?

Waikato River is located in an area that travellers like for its gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 50 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Waikato River?

Adjacent to Waikato River, VR Hamilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and parking. Other good options close by include Novotel Tainui Hamilton and Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Waikato River?

Expedia has 50 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Waikato River.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Waikato River, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Waikato River.

What can I see and do near Waikato River?

Spend some time wandering around Claudelands Park, Hamilton Gardens and Taitua Arboretum. Create some family memories at Waterworld 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 Waikato River hotels

1. Albert Court Motor Lodge

2. Argent Motor Lodge

3. Auto Lodge Motel

4. BKs Premier Motel Hamilton

5. Atrium on Ulster

6. Quest On Ward

7. Astra Motor Lodge

8. Camelot on Ulster

9. Norton Motel

10. Bella Vista Motel Hamilton

11. Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

12. Hamilton Settlers Motor Lodge

13. Lorne Apartments

14. Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

15. Novotel Tainui Hamilton

16. Stanley Apartments

17. Beetham Park Motel

18. ibis Hamilton Tainui

19. Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre

20. Zeta Motel

Compare popular hotels close to Waikato River

Top Waikato River Hotel Reviews

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

Microtel Lodge

Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre

Stanley Apartments

Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre

Other attractions near Waikato River

Hamilton Central Business District

Memorial Park

Waikato Museum of Art and History

ArtsPost

SkyCity Hamilton

Hamilton Centre Place

Globox Arena

Seddon Park

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