On a tree-lined street in a commercial area, this informal hotel is 8 minutes’ walk from Te Rapa Racecourse, 5 km from Hamilton train station and 6 km from Hamilton Zoo.

The warmly decorated rooms come with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, plus minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Suites add whirlpool baths and separate living areas. Family suites offer 2 bedrooms. Kids age 12 and under (1 per room) stay at no charge with an adult.

There’s a casual restaurant and a bar. Other amenities include an indoor pool, 2 hot tubs and a gym.