Melville
Hamilton
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 New Zealand LDS Temple
Find out about the history of Hamilton when you take a trip to Hamilton New Zealand LDS Temple. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
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.
University of Waikato
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Waikato, during your travels in Hamilton. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
SkyCity Hamilton
Why not roll the dice with a visit to SkyCity Hamilton during your travels in Hamilton? Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.
Waikato Hospital
Though Waikato Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Hamilton while you are here.
Things to do
Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise
Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Cambridge Waikato New Zealand: Tour -45 Min Extreme Jet Boat
Sanctuary Mountain (Mt Maungatautari) & Waitomo Luxury Day tour from Auckland
Top hotels in Melville
BKs Premier Motel Hamilton
Lovely clean spacious suite. Staff very friendly, very helpful. Great spot close to hospital. Lovely bathroom. Close to supermarket and fairly close to airport and expressway. Very happy to recommend, thank you for having us.
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026
Lorne Apartments
Spotless and amenities were very good
Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026
Astra Motor Lodge
Room was very clean..
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026
Argent Motor Lodge
Clean room, manager is lovely and very helpful.
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
Very clean and tidy. Great spa bath Have everything we needed. Easy check-in and check-out process
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Great stay overall, good location, lovely breakfast. Car parking limited and tight spots but ok.
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Melville
Hamilton Lake
While Hamilton Lake isn't home to many top sights, Lake Rotoroa and SkyCity Hamilton are some notable places to visit nearby.
Glenview
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Glenview and surrounding area, you can visit Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
Hamilton East
While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
Frankton
While visiting Frankton, you might make a stop by sights like FMG Stadium Waikato and Seddon Park.
Hamilton Central
If you're spending some time in Hamilton Central, Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton are top sights worth seeing.
Peacocke
When in Peacocke, you can plan a visit to Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
