Mill Lodge  

Just two minutes from Hamilton's city centre, this budget-friendly motel sits in Hamilton North. You'll be steps from Waikato Stadium, Founders Theatre and Seddon Park, with the Waikato River and Claudelands events precinct within easy walking distance.

Refurbished and cozy, the property keeps things clean, calm and comfortable. Rooms range from studios and spa studios to one- and two-bedroom units, including spa two-bedrooms with jetted tubs. Many rooms have kitchenettes with a fridge and microwave, flat-screen TVs, good ventilation and free ultra-fast fibre Wi‑Fi. Free parking sits right outside each unit.

Stand-out perks include ultra-fast fibre internet, on-site free self-parking, spa/jetted tubs in select rooms, a garden and picnic area, and tour/ticket assistance. There's an elevator for accessibility, laundry and dry-cleaning services, and a paid airport shuttle on request. Shuttle and local transfer options make getting around easy.

A business center and express check-out cater to work travelers. High-speed internet and daily housekeeping keep things efficient and connected.

The motel has an on-site restaurant and limited room service hours. A short stroll brings you to a cluster of local cafes, pubs, sushi spots and bakeries—great for quick bites or regional pub-style meals.