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A bedroom with a large window, a bed with a blue blanket, and a bathroom with a glass shower door.

A hallway with a Level 3 fire action sign, a flower vase on a console table, and an elevator to the left.

A modern dining area with a marble table, a colorful striped vase with branches, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a microwave, and a window offering a view of buildings. Two wooden chairs are placed at the counter.

1. Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

Whitiora, 1.8 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Stephen

₩111,792

₩128,561 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a painting on the wall, and a window with a view of buildings.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, dining area, and a red sofa.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and small refrigerator.

A reception desk with a 'welcome' sign, a framed picture on the wall, and a chair to the right.

2. Albert Court Motor Lodge

Hamilton East, 1.2 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

John

₩136,044

₩156,455 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a framed picture on the wall and a window providing natural light.

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, ottoman, and table, surrounded by greenery and a staircase.

A display of Natural Earth personal care products including a shower cap, body wash, conditioner, and moisturizer.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a mirror above it.

3. Argent Motor Lodge

Melville, 1.9 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

₩124,886

₩143,619 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with a wooden bed, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, a sink, and a window with curtains. There is a dining area with a glass table and chairs.

A building with a parking lot, a staircase leading to a second floor, and a row of benches along the exterior wall.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, sink, and cabinets. There is a glass table with two chairs.

4. Auto Lodge Motel

Whitiora, 2.3 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Shayne

₩80,890

₩93,022 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A concrete planter with a banana plant and a tree with red and orange leaves.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, a microwave, and a window with a view of trees.

A modern hotel room with two orange leather sofas, a white coffee table, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and an air conditioning unit on the ceiling.

A hotel room with a bed, two orange armchairs, a small table, a TV, and a washing machine in the corner.

5. Te Awa Suites

Whitiora, 2.2 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Liam

₩126,885

₩145,918 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A bed with two pillows, a bedside table with a fruit bowl, and a potted plant.

A small outdoor seating area with two chairs and a table, surrounded by white siding walls and potted plants.

A multi-story hotel with a parking lot and a fenced area.

A covered patio area with potted plants and a chair.

6. BKs Premier Motel Hamilton

Melville, 2.3 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Montana

₩131,646

₩151,393 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a sofa, and large windows.

A wooden hot tub with a step leading up to it, surrounded by a wooden fence and a grey wall.

A modern apartment with a living area, kitchenette, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Two people in a hot tub with a wooden edge, holding wine glasses.

7. Atrium on Ulster

Whitiora, 2.2 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Marama

₩105,556

₩121,393 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A building with a sign labeled "QUEST" on the facade.

A compact kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a small seating area with a yellow chair.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with green bedding, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a yellow armchair, a desk with a laptop and a TV, and large windows offering a city view.

8. Quest On Ward

Hamilton Central, 0.6 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Cory

₩138,319

₩159,067 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A motel with multiple units, a parking lot, and a street with moving traffic.

A neatly made bed with white linens, two teal pillows, and a red blanket. There is a small bedside table with a lamp and a phone.

A display of Natural Earth products including body wash, conditioner, and bath salts.

A bathroom with a large mirror, a white vanity, and a glass shower enclosure.

9. Astra Motor Lodge

Melville, 2.3 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Troy

₩127,588

₩146,724 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern dining area with a round table, black chairs, and a bowl of fruit. There is a ceiling fan, a flat-screen TV, and large windows with curtains.

A modern living room with a dining area, a sofa set, a TV mounted on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

A reception area with a white desk, black leather couch, and abstract wall art.

A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, and a wall-mounted abstract painting.

10. Camelot on Ulster

Whitiora, 2 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Joel

₩97,066

₩111,626 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a built-in microwave.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A parking lot with a wet surface, likely from recent rain.

A row of modern, single-story houses with a uniform design, featuring large windows and a flat roof.

11. Norton Motel

Frankton, 1.9 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Kathy

₩97,187

₩111,765 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A wooden picnic table with benches in a garden area with a paved walkway.

A compact living space with a sofa, a small table, a kitchenette, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A garden with various flowering plants and a neatly trimmed hedge.

A hotel with a red-tiled roof, multiple balconies, and a parking lot with marked spaces.

12. Bella Vista Motel Hamilton

Whitiora, 2.2 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Thomas

₩105,277

₩121,067 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A spacious café with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, and a balcony with a railing.

A pool area with lounge chairs and red umbrellas.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, and a large window with curtains.

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, a sign for 'Ventura Inn & Suites', and a well-lit outdoor area with landscaping.

13. Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

Hamilton Central, 0.5 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Sarah-Jayne

₩110,710

₩127,317 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A balcony with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a residential area with houses.

A small kitchen with a sink, microwave, and a small refrigerator. There is a dining table with two red chairs and a clock on the wall.

A compact living space with a black leather sofa and armchair, a small coffee table, a kitchenette with a microwave, and a framed picture on the wall.

A two-story building with green doors, a balcony, and a bench outside.

14. Hamilton Settlers Motor Lodge

Whitiora, 1.9 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Elaine

₩80,889

₩93,022 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A compact kitchen with a washing machine, microwave, oven, and a refrigerator.

A kitchenette with a toaster, kettle, and a small shelf with boxes.

A modern two-story apartment building with a garage parking space.

15. Lorne Apartments

Melville, 1.9 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Glen

₩91,728

₩105,487 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern lobby with a bar area, wooden ceiling, and seating arrangements.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A banquet hall with round tables, white chairs, and black tablecloths.

A modern hotel with a distinctive facade featuring a large 'N' and wave patterns, multiple floors, and a covered parking area.

16. Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Hamilton Central, 0.5 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Nicholas

₩178,887

₩205,717 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A garden with a gravel path, wooden fences, and various plants and flowers.

A reception area with a reception desk, a sofa, and a window providing a view of the outdoors.

The entrance to Ashwood Manor with a sign indicating a motor lodge.

A wooden table with two wine glasses, a bottle of wine, and a small potted plant.

17. Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

Hamilton Central, 0.6 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Brad

₩75,833

₩87,208 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.

A buffet setup with various food items and a coffee station.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

18. ibis Hamilton Tainui

Hamilton Central, 0.6 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Daniel

₩115,266

₩132,556 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A modern hotel room with a bed, a black leather sofa, a small table, and a view of the outside.

A room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a red storage unit, a dining table with four chairs, and a patterned carpet.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, a microwave, a sink, and a window with a view of greenery.

A building with a brick facade, large windows, and a covered walkway.

19. Beetham Park Motel

Whitiora, 2.3 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

nick

₩92,483

₩121,882 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with a view of the outside.

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, and a ceiling light.

A modern building with a flat roof and large windows, surrounded by a parking area and a wooden fence.

A compact kitchen with dark blue cabinets, a white stove, and a yellow countertop.

20. Stanley Apartments

Claudelands, 1.6 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Johnny

₩112,233

₩129,068 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

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Compare popular hotels close to Waikato Museum of Art and History

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited	10.0 Exceptional 32 reviews	View
Albert Court Motor Lodge	9.8 Exceptional 368 reviews	View
Argent Motor Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 448 reviews	View
Auto Lodge Motel	9.4 Exceptional 351 reviews	View
Te Awa Suites	9.4 Exceptional 8 reviews	View

Top Waikato Museum of Art and History Hotel Reviews

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

8/10 Good

"Very clean and tidy property . Good overnight spot to stay . Good buffet breaky in the morning 👍👍👍"

Tudor Motor Lodge

8/10 Good

"A great base for our stopover in Wellington. It had a great shower and a comfortable bed and was quiet at night too."

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Easy location, great size room and amenities, would definitely recommend and stay again."

Lake Point Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect"

VR Hamilton

10/10 Excellent

"Very pleasant stay"

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

10/10 Excellent

"Very good plenty of room One thing TV needs attention wasn’t at all clear"

Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

10/10 Excellent

"Newly renovated room in a quiet location with plenty of food options within walking distance."

Quest on London

8/10 Good

"Clean and tidy. Good gym. Only compliant was needing to cast to watch movies rather than this being g in the TV to do. Minor issue."

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff, plenty of parking and clean well equipped room. Close to city centre."

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9.0/10 (204 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Waikato Museum of Art and History?

Waikato Museum of Art and History is located in a welcoming area of Hamilton known for its beautiful river views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 59 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Waikato Museum of Art and History?

Adjacent to Waikato Museum of Art and History, Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Other good options within a short distance include Novotel Tainui Hamilton and Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge.

How many hotels will I find close to Waikato Museum of Art and History?

Expedia has 59 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Waikato Museum of Art and History.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Waikato Museum of Art and History, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Waikato Museum of Art and History.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Waikato Museum of Art and History?

To find more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Waikato Museum of Art and History, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Waikato Museum of Art and History?

Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Claudelands Park, Hamilton Gardens, or Memorial Park. Bring the family to Waterworld, Rototuna Performing Arts Centre, and Taitua Arboretum while you're checking out the area near Waikato Museum of Art and History. Explore nature at Waikato River and Lake Rotoroa.

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Our top choices for Waikato Museum of Art and History hotels

1. Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

2. Albert Court Motor Lodge

3. Argent Motor Lodge

4. Auto Lodge Motel

5. Te Awa Suites

6. BKs Premier Motel Hamilton

7. Atrium on Ulster

8. Quest On Ward

9. Astra Motor Lodge

10. Camelot on Ulster

11. Norton Motel

12. Bella Vista Motel Hamilton

13. Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

14. Hamilton Settlers Motor Lodge

15. Lorne Apartments

16. Novotel Tainui Hamilton

17. Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

18. ibis Hamilton Tainui

19. Beetham Park Motel

20. Stanley Apartments

Compare popular hotels close to Waikato Museum of Art and History

Top Waikato Museum of Art and History Hotel Reviews

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

Tudor Motor Lodge

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

Lake Point Motel

VR Hamilton

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

Quest on London

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

Other attractions near Waikato Museum of Art and History

Hamilton Central Business District

ArtsPost

Memorial Park

SkyCity Hamilton

Hamilton Centre Place

Globox Arena

Seddon Park

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