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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 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.

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

1. Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

Whitiora, 1.8 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Stephen

₩109,543

₩125,974 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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.

A brick building with a sloped roof, a wooden pergola, and a large tree in the background.

2. Albert Court Motor Lodge

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

John

₩135,723

₩156,085 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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.

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.

A modern building with a sign reading "ARGENT motor lodge".

3. Argent Motor Lodge

Melville, 1.9 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

₩124,409

₩143,070 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 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.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and cabinets, a glass table with two chairs, and a window with curtains.

4. Auto Lodge Motel

Whitiora, 2.3 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Shayne

₩80,699

₩92,802 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

A building with a curved roof, a reception area, and a sign that reads 'TEAWA.'

5. Te Awa Suites

Whitiora, 2.2 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Liam

₩123,724

₩142,283 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

A covered patio area with potted plants and a chair.

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

A room with a treadmill, elliptical, and stationary bike, carpeted floor, white walls, and large windows.

6. BKs Premier Motel Hamilton

Melville, 2.3 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Montana

₩131,335

₩151,035 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

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

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

A modern building with large glass windows and a curved roof.

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

7. Atrium on Ulster

Whitiora, 2.2 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Marama

₩105,307

₩121,107 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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

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.

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

A reception area with a counter, a desk, a chair, a sign reading "QUEST", and a flower vase.

8. Quest On Ward

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

Cory

₩111,966

₩128,763 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

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

A compact kitchen with a microwave, oven, and dishwasher.

9. Astra Motor Lodge

Melville, 2.3 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Troy

₩127,100

₩146,163 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 neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, and a wall-mounted abstract painting.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a dining area with a table and chairs, a kitchen with white cabinets and appliances, and a large window with blinds.

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

10. Camelot on Ulster

Whitiora, 2 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Joel

₩96,837

₩111,363 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A spacious caf�é with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, and a balcony with a railing.

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

A pool area with lounge chairs and red umbrellas.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a mounted television, and a sign indicating the reception.

11. Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

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

Sarah-Jayne

₩110,548

₩127,130 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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.

12. Norton Motel

Frankton, 1.9 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Kathy

₩96,958

₩111,502 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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

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.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a kitchenette.

13. Bella Vista Motel Hamilton

Whitiora, 2.2 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Thomas

₩111,161

₩127,834 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small round table, a lamp, and a large 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.

14. Novotel Tainui Hamilton

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

Nicholas

₩178,625

₩205,415 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

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

A compact room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a small table.

15. Lorne Apartments

Melville, 1.9 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Glen

₩91,511

₩105,238 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

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

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 bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a TV mounted on the wall, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

16. Hamilton Settlers Motor Lodge

Whitiora, 1.9 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Frank

₩80,698

₩92,803 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A hotel room with a bed, two red armchairs, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.

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.

17. Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

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

Brad

₩75,654

₩87,002 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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 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

₩114,994

₩132,243 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A multi-story building with "QUEST" signage, featuring a ground-level commercial space with illuminated storefronts.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small kitchen area with a microwave, and a dining table.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a staircase, and a waiting area with a chair.

A living room with striped wallpaper, a chandelier, two patterned armchairs, a wooden coffee table with wine glasses, and a framed picture on the wall.

19. Quest on London

Hamilton Central, 1 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

Ryan

₩111,323

₩128,021 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a window with a view of trees, and a marble backsplash.

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.

20. Beetham Park Motel

Whitiora, 2.3 km from Waikato Museum of Art and History

nick

₩92,129

₩121,416 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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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

Stanley Apartments

8/10 Good

"Tea towel, although clean was badly stained and should be replaced"

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

8/10 Good

"Good size room with a comfy bed. A bit dated but was clean and comfortable. The buffet breakfast was good. Would stay again"

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

10/10 Excellent

"Quiet but central location. Friendly staff"

Lake Point Motel

8/10 Good

"Awesome location, clean big room and bathroom. Comfortable king bed. Enjoyed the stay."

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

8/10 Good

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

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."

Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre

8/10 Good

"Cracked tiles in the bathroom floor. Looking out dated"

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."

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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. Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

12. Norton Motel

13. Bella Vista Motel Hamilton

14. Novotel Tainui Hamilton

15. Lorne Apartments

16. Hamilton Settlers Motor Lodge

17. Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

18. ibis Hamilton Tainui

19. Quest on London

20. Beetham Park Motel

Compare popular hotels close to Waikato Museum of Art and History

Top Waikato Museum of Art and History Hotel Reviews

Stanley Apartments

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

Lake Point Motel

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre

Quest on London

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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