Ruakura
Hamilton
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 New Zealand LDS Temple
Find out about the history of Hamilton when you take a trip to Hamilton New Zealand LDS Temple. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.
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.
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 Ruakura
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
Rooms clean and tidy. Good space and staff were friendly. Location was good too.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Great stay overall, good location, lovely breakfast. Car parking limited and tight spots but ok.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
We absolutely love staying at this property. It is a motel and also has a hotel associated with it. There’s a pool on a hot tub. The building seems safe as it is locked at night and requires key access. It is a great place to launch off into Raglan or the Waitomo glowworm caves. This hotel is exceptionally ...
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
VR Hamilton
The hotel met my needs.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre
Room was immaculate
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Atrium on Ulster
Spacious clean room. Great location. 2 bedrooms with 2 big beds for 4 of us which is great. But saw some ants at the kitchen area. Overall we are very happy!
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ruakura
Claudelands
While visiting Claudelands, you might make a stop by sights like Globox Arena and Waikato River.
Hillcrest
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hillcrest and surrounding area, you can visit Hamilton Gardens and Globox Arena.
Fairfield
Fairfield might not have many top sights, but Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Chartwell
Chartwell might not have many top sights, but Globox Arena and Claudelands Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Hamilton East
While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
Hamilton Central
While visiting Hamilton Central, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton.
