Tauwhare
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 relaxing 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.
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.
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.
Things to do
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 Tauwhare
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
Reasonable facilities, excellent staff and service, great location.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 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
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
The air con in the studio room we had booked was very noisy and we got upgraded to a one bedroom unit with a bran new, silent, air con. What a difference it made. The 1 bedroom suite was very spacious, clean and confortable with a small kitchenette. The buffet breakfast was surprisingly good given ...
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026
Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre
clean and modern nice place
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Opal Hot Springs & Holiday Park
The place was overall great quality and as advertised. We had access to good shower/toilet bathrooms next door. The only problems were the stove top only worked at full temp so we had to use the communal kitchen, and the tree scraping on the side of the building (cabin 7) kept us awake all 3 nights ...
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026
The Clements Hotel
Spotless- great staff!
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tauwhare
Hillcrest
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hillcrest and surrounding area, you can visit Hamilton Gardens and Globox Arena.
Peacocke
When in Peacocke, you can plan a visit to Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Claudelands
If you're spending some time in Claudelands, Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are top sights worth seeing.
Hamilton East
While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
Fitzroy
While Fitzroy isn't home to many top sights, Hamilton Gardens and SkyCity Hamilton are some notable places to visit nearby.
Chartwell
While Chartwell might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Globox Arena and Claudelands Park.
