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
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit 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 visit to Hamilton? Visit the area's spas or amble around its riverfront.
Waikato Hospital
If Waikato Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Hamilton.
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

Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience

Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Top hotels in Chartwell

Holiday Room in Chartwell
Close to hobbiton, dining table in kitchen and decent beddings
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Only stated for one night. Good location. We ate in the resturant and the food was very good. Breakfast had a good selection to choose from. Room was good, we had a view over the river.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Excellent
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

VR Hamilton
Older hotel but clean and tidy. Our room was on the 2nd floor facing the road. A little noisy on Saturday until about 2am. Our next stay we will get a room facing Collinwood St. Room was very large with a double and single comfortable bed. Bathroom was alittle dated but clean and functional
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

Quest on London
The rooms were very spacious, clean, well equipped and comfortable.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Nice room. Comfy beds. Nice staff. A microwave and plates would be handy.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Chartwell

Fairfield
Fairfield might not have many top sights, but Claudelands Park and Globox Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Claudelands
While visiting Claudelands, you might make a stop by sights like Waikato River and Globox Arena.

Beerescourt
While Beerescourt isn't home to many top sights, Waterworld and FMG Stadium Waikato are some notable places to visit nearby.

Rototuna
Though Rototuna may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like FMG Stadium Waikato and Hamilton Centre Place.

Saint Andrews
While Saint Andrews may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Waterworld and The Base.

Whitiora
When in Whitiora, you can plan a visit to FMG Stadium Waikato and Hamilton Centre Place, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.


