Melville Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Hamilton Gardens
This man-made paradise offers everything from the peaceful tranquillity of the Japanese Zen Gardens to the lively Indian Char Bagh Gardens.
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 relaxing 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.
Waikato Hospital
If Waikato Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Hamilton.
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.
Activities
Raglan: Sunset Canyoning Tour and Glowworm Experience
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
Our pick of the best Melville Hotel Deals
BKs Premier Motel Hamilton
Room was great. Very clean! Excellent.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Lorne Apartments
Apartment was great, with everything needed for a longer stay and easy walking distance to the hospital.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Astra Motor Lodge
Room was very clean..
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Argent Motor Lodge
Clean room, manager is lovely and very helpful.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
The room was clean and well provisioned. Great shower. Close to town but a bit of traffic noise until later in the evening.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 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
Other neighbourhoods around Melville
Hamilton Lake
While Hamilton Lake isn't home to many top sights, Lake Rotoroa and SkyCity Hamilton are some notable places to visit nearby.
Glenview
While there might not be top attractions in Glenview, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hamilton Gardens and SkyCity Hamilton.
Fitzroy
While Fitzroy may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hamilton Gardens and SkyCity Hamilton.
Hamilton East
While visiting Hamilton East, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Gardens and Waikato River.
Frankton
While visiting Frankton, you might make a stop by sights like FMG Stadium Waikato and Seddon Park.
Hamilton Central
While visiting Hamilton Central, you might make a stop by sights like Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton.
