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 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.
FMG Stadium Waikato
Catch an event at FMG Stadium Waikato during your trip to Hamilton. Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.
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 Tauwhare
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Great breakfast
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Laundry was excellent
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Opal Hot Springs & Holiday Park
Clean No complementary tea coffee milk? Parking abit tricky eg steps
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Quest on London
The rooms were very spacious, clean, well equipped and comfortable.
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
VR Hamilton
Over all it was a decent stay, the bathroom was very dated but clean. The room itself was quite large, with a lack of a living room space. Sheets on the larger bed did not appear freshly changed which was quite off putting
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
ibis Hamilton Tainui
Nice
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
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 Waikato River.
Ruakura
When in Ruakura, you can plan a visit to Waikato River and Globox Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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, Waikato River and Globox Arena are top sights worth seeing.
Hamilton East
While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
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 Claudelands Park and Globox Arena.
