Te Rapa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Hamilton Gardens

Hamilton Gardens

4.5/5(223 reviews)

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 Gardens
Hamilton Central Business District

Hamilton Central Business District

3.5/5(197 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.

Hamilton Central Business District

SkyCity Hamilton

4/5(119 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.

SkyCity Hamilton

University of Waikato

4/5(33 reviews)

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.

University of Waikato

Waikato Hospital

4/5(56 reviews)

If Waikato Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Hamilton.

Waikato Hospital

Waikato Stadium

4.5/5(57 reviews)

Catch an event at Waikato Stadium during your trip to Hamilton. Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.

Waikato Stadium

Activities

Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

AU$45
per adult
Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand
Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries

Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries

AU$27
per adult
Escape Room Experience Lady Luna's Cottage of Mysteries
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves

Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland

AU$436
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
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Our pick of the best Te Rapa Hotel Deals

Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre
Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre
3.5 out of 5
100 Garnett Ave Te Rapa, Hamilton
The price is AU$211 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$211
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (538 reviews)
"Very comfortable, quiet, helpful and kind staff."

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025

Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre
VR Hamilton
VR Hamilton
4 out of 5
237 Victoria Street, Hamilton
The price is AU$79 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
AU$79
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
6.4/10 (1,002 reviews)
"Old style appartment,but clean,tidy and spacious,for the price its great value,very central in town,only problem is parking,but we paid the $25 for secure parking onsite,which i think is fare for secure lock up parking,recommended by me"

Reviewed on 2 Apr. 2025

VR Hamilton
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
3.5 out of 5
287 Victoria Street, Hamilton
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$157 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$157
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Convenient breakfast situation, pleasant restaurant next to venue. Pleasant and attentive staff. Rather basic room, but scrupulously clean and incredibly helpful and pleasantly friendly cleaning staff. Great location for walking access to Museum of Waikato and Art Gallery."

Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
4 out of 5
23 Clarence Street, Hamilton
The price is AU$138 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$138
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Close to city and hospital."

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
JetPark Hotel Hamilton Airport
JetPark Hotel Hamilton Airport
4 out of 5
201 Airport Road, RD2, Rukuhia
The price is AU$175 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$175
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Rukuhia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (510 reviews)
"Clean & Tidy. Restaurant handy. Staff helpful. Would stay again"

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025

JetPark Hotel Hamilton Airport
Atrium on Ulster
Atrium on Ulster
4 out of 5
281 - 285 ULSTER Street, Hamilton
The price is AU$133 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$133
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Stay at this 4-star motel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (998 reviews)
"It was a lovely place to stay. The room was clean and very comfortable. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Packing was very easy."

Reviewed on 29 Mar. 2025

Atrium on Ulster
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Other neighbourhoods around Te Rapa

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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 Waikato Stadium.

Saint Andrews
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Beerescourt

While Beerescourt isn't home to many top sights, Waterworld and Waikato Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.

Beerescourt
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Nawton

When in Nawton, you can plan a visit to Hamilton Zoo and Waikato Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Nawton
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Rototuna

Though Rototuna may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Waikato Stadium and Globox Arena.

Rototuna
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Whitiora

If you're spending some time in Whitiora, Whitiora Bible Church and Prodrive Golf are top sights worth seeing.

Whitiora
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Flagstaff

While there might not be top attractions in Flagstaff, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hamilton Zoo and Waikato Stadium.

Flagstaff

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