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

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
Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand

AU$45
per adult
Classic Alpaca Tour in New Zealand
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves

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

AU$435
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$203 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
AU$203
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
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! (533 reviews)
Convenient to pool
"The staff were lovely and so accommodating to my daughter let her check in early between swim meet sessions made a huge difference for her, the room was everythjng she needed and so close to pool.. Thankyou"

Reviewed on 30 Jan. 2025

Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
4 out of 5
23 Clarence Street, Hamilton
The price is AU$139 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
AU$139
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
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)
"Dated rooms. No place to charge phones by bedside. Hallways dirty and not vacuumed. Sheets seemed old and not crisp. Walking distance to restaurants. Quiet neighborhood."

Reviewed on 9 Feb. 2025

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
4.5 out of 5
7 Alma Street, Hamilton
The price is AU$289 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$289
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"Staff were very helpful and accommodating. Dining staff were attentive, and room service were very obliging, and prompt given the early hours of the morning."

Reviewed on 10 Feb. 2025

Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Hygate Motor Lodge
Hygate Motor Lodge
3 out of 5
299 Ulster Street, Whitiora, Hamilton, Waikato
The price is AU$112 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
AU$112
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (444 reviews)
"Our room was close to main road. A little bit noisy."

Reviewed on 5 Feb. 2025

Hygate Motor Lodge
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
3 out of 5
86 Ulster Street, Whitiora, Hamilton, Waikato
The price is AU$148 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
AU$148
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Hamilton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (995 reviews)
"Close to a busy road junction, everything was clean and tidy but looking tired."

Reviewed on 10 Feb. 2025

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
VR Hamilton
VR Hamilton
4 out of 5
237 Victoria Street, Hamilton
The price is AU$91 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$91
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
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 (1,001 reviews)
"The room was lovely and spacious and very affordable. The bathroom was also very spacious."

Reviewed on 1 Feb. 2025

VR Hamilton
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Other neighbourhoods around Te Rapa

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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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Maeroa

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

Maeroa
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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 The Base and Waikato Stadium.

Flagstaff
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Fairfield

Fairfield might not have many top sights, but Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Fairfield

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