Popular places to visit
Hamilton Gardens
From the peaceful Japanese Zen Garden to the explosion of color 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
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
Cambridge Waikato New Zealand: Tour -45 Min Extreme Jet Boat
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Sanctuary Mountain (Mt Maungatautari) & Waitomo Luxury Day tour from Auckland
Top hotels in Chartwell
Holiday Room in Chartwell
Convenient parking right outside the door. Spacious room with everything provided. A very enjoyable stay.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Room was clean and close and accesible to downtown area.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Yes they were very Helpful
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Quest on London
The rooms were very spacious, clean, well equipped and comfortable.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 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 27 Dec 2025
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
Nice
Reviewed on 28 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 FMG Stadium Waikato.
Whitiora
When in Whitiora, you can plan a visit to FMG Stadium Waikato and Hamilton Centre Place, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
