The Best Hotels Closest to Waikato River in for 2026

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

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

1. Albert Court Motor Lodge

1.2 km from Waikato River

John

₩134,167

₩154,292 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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 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".

2. Argent Motor Lodge

2.1 km from Waikato River

Jennifer

₩138,672

₩159,473 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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 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.

3. Auto Lodge Motel

2.3 km from Waikato River

Shayne

₩79,774

₩91,738 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

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.

4. BKs Premier Motel Hamilton

2.4 km from Waikato River

Montana

₩133,418

₩153,432 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

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

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

5. Atrium on Ulster

2.3 km from Waikato River

Marama

₩97,933

₩112,623 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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 compact kitchen with a microwave, oven, and dishwasher.

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.

6. Astra Motor Lodge

2.4 km from Waikato River

Troy

₩125,403

₩144,212 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

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.

7. Quest On Ward

0.7 km from Waikato River

Cory

₩110,682

₩127,287 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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 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.

8. Camelot on Ulster

2 km from Waikato River

Dean

₩95,544

₩109,876 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

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

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

A white door with a handle, a white air conditioning unit mounted on the wall, and a light fixture on the ceiling.

9. Norton Motel

2 km from Waikato River

Kathy

₩95,846

₩110,223 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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

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

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

A pool area with lounge chairs and red umbrellas.

10. Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

0.6 km from Waikato River

Sarah-Jayne

₩108,814

₩125,136 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

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

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

11. Bella Vista Motel Hamilton

2.2 km from Waikato River

Thomas

₩99,582

₩114,520 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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.

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.

12. Hamilton Settlers Motor Lodge

1.9 km from Waikato River

Frank

₩79,620

₩91,563 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

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

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

13. Lorne Apartments

2 km from Waikato River

Glen

₩90,462

₩104,031 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

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

14. Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

0.7 km from Waikato River

Brad

₩74,644

₩85,841 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

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

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

15. Novotel Tainui Hamilton

0.5 km from Waikato River

Corrina

₩175,824

₩202,194 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

A small, well-lit room with a bed, a desk, and two chairs. There is a window with curtains, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a door with floral wallpaper.

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

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

16. Stanley Apartments

1.5 km from Waikato River

Johnny

₩88,847

₩102,174 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

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.

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

17. Beetham Park Motel

2.3 km from Waikato River

nick

₩90,899

₩119,795 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A narrow pathway leading to a building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

A two-story building with a balcony and a covered porch area.

A two-story house with a balcony, a driveway, and a car parked in front.

A bed with white and red bedding, a heart-shaped pillow, and a window with curtains.

18. Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre

0.8 km from Waikato River

JOHN

₩71,658

₩82,407 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

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.

19. ibis Hamilton Tainui

0.6 km from Waikato River

Daniel

₩113,676

₩130,727 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, white tiled walls, and a dark floor.

A modern building with large windows and a covered parking area.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a desk with a chair. There is a kitchenette in the background.

20. Zeta Motel

1.7 km from Waikato River

MERVYN

₩87,218

₩100,301 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

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Compare popular hotels close to Waikato River

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Albert Court Motor Lodge	9.8 Exceptional 369 reviews	View
Argent Motor Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 449 reviews	View
Auto Lodge Motel	9.4 Exceptional 352 reviews	View
BKs Premier Motel Hamilton	9.4 Exceptional 388 reviews	View
Atrium on Ulster	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View

Top Waikato River Hotel Reviews

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

10/10 Excellent

"The room was very clean and spacious. Would stay here again."

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent property with large rooms. Restaurant very nice as well. Parking is a hassle in Hamilton, no wonder the shops there are struggling. Know where to park."

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The property is absolutely immaculate. It is near the centre, it is quiet. Parking spaces are a bit small but are right outside the door. The rooms are spacious, the bathroom ahd kitchen facilities are very clean and well maintained. I have no complaints whatsoever."

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and spacious room"

Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

10/10 Excellent

"Extremely clean and maintained at excellent standards. The bed was as comfortable as you can get."

Microtel Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay handy to PaknSave and to get to Claudelands Event Centre"

Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre

8/10 Good

"Location good for our visit to the Hamilton Gardens and the Zoo."

Stanley Apartments

8/10 Good

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

Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre

8/10 Good

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

Other attractions near Waikato River

Hamilton Central Business District

7.2/10 (226 reviews)

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.

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Memorial Park

Explore the great outdoors at Memorial Park, a lovely green space in Hamilton. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in the area.

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Waikato Museum of Art and History

8.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the area’s rich Māori history, take in over 3,000 works of art and interact with the wonders of science in this ever-changing cultural center.

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ArtsPost

You can spend time exploring the galleries in ArtsPost during your travels in Hamilton. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in the area.

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SkyCity Hamilton

8.4/10 (424 reviews)

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.

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Hamilton Centre Place

8.2/10 (405 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Hamilton Centre Place during your visit to Hamilton. Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.

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Globox Arena

9.0/10 (204 reviews)

Catch an event at Globox Arena during your trip to Hamilton. Visit the shops and spas in this family-friendly area.

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Seddon Park

9.0/10 (42 reviews)

Catch an event at Seddon Park during your trip to Hamilton. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Waikato River?

Waikato River is located in an area that travelers like for its gardens. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 50 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Waikato River?

Adjacent to Waikato River, VR Hamilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and parking. Other good options close by include Novotel Tainui Hamilton and Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge.

How many hotels are there near Waikato River?

Expedia has 50 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Waikato River.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Waikato River, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Waikato River.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Waikato River?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Waikato River, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Waikato River?

Spend some time wandering around Claudelands Park, Hamilton Gardens, and Taitua Arboretum. Create some family memories at Waterworld and Rototuna Performing Arts Centre. Attractions like Globox Arena and Waikato Museum of Art and History highlight the local culture.

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Our top choices for Waikato River hotels

1. Albert Court Motor Lodge

2. Argent Motor Lodge

3. Auto Lodge Motel

4. BKs Premier Motel Hamilton

5. Atrium on Ulster

6. Astra Motor Lodge

7. Quest On Ward

8. Camelot on Ulster

9. Norton Motel

10. Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

11. Bella Vista Motel Hamilton

12. Hamilton Settlers Motor Lodge

13. Lorne Apartments

14. Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

15. Novotel Tainui Hamilton

16. Stanley Apartments

17. Beetham Park Motel

18. Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre

19. ibis Hamilton Tainui

20. Zeta Motel

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Top Waikato River Hotel Reviews

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

Hamilton Motel 2025 Limited

Microtel Lodge

Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre

Stanley Apartments

Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre

Other attractions near Waikato River

Hamilton Central Business District

Memorial Park

Waikato Museum of Art and History

ArtsPost

SkyCity Hamilton

Hamilton Centre Place

Globox Arena

Seddon Park

Frequently asked questions