LGBTQIA-Welcoming Hotels in Waikato

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Top LGBTQIA-Welcoming Hotels in Taupō

A pool area with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a hot tub emitting steam.

Hilton Lake Taupo

Hilton Lake Taupo
Hilltop
Hilton Lake Taupo
A table set for dining with a view of a lake and a boat in the distance.

Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
Waipahihi
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
A swimming pool with a thatched-roof gazebo, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

The Reef Resort

The Reef Resort
Waipahihi
The Reef Resort
A deck with wicker furniture and a view of the sea.

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
Taupō Central
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
A room with a view of a calm lake and mountains, featuring two wicker chairs with red cushions, a small table with a remote control, and a window with curtains.

Tui Oaks Motel

Tui Oaks Motel
Taupō Central
Tui Oaks Motel
A modern kitchen with a large window overlooking the sea, a fruit bowl on the counter, and a view of the ocean through the window.

The Cove Taupo

The Cove Taupo
Waipahihi
The Cove Taupo
A modern building with "QUEST" signage, multiple windows, and a street with light trails.

Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments

Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments
Taupō Central
Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Silver Fern Lodge

Silver Fern Lodge
Taupō Central
Silver Fern Lodge
A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, seating, and umbrellas.

Anchorage Resort Taupo

Anchorage Resort Taupo
Two Mile Bay
Anchorage Resort Taupo
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on a wall. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave.

Little Haven

Little Haven
Taupō Central
Little Haven
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Top LGBTQIA-Welcoming Hotels in Raglan

A modern lobby with a bar area, wooden ceiling, and seating arrangements.

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Hamilton Central
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.

ibis Hamilton Tainui

ibis Hamilton Tainui
Hamilton Central
ibis Hamilton Tainui
A multi-story building with "QUEST" signage, featuring a ground-level commercial space with illuminated storefronts.

Quest on London

Quest on London
Hamilton Central
Quest on London
A building with multiple flags, outdoor seating, and a sign for 'Bistrot'.

Abbots Hamilton - Hotel and Conference Centre

Abbots Hamilton - Hotel and Conference Centre
Whitiora
Abbots Hamilton - Hotel and Conference Centre
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Top LGBTQIA-Welcoming Hotels in Hamilton

A modern lobby with a bar area, wooden ceiling, and seating arrangements.

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Hamilton Central
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
A couple in a hot tub with a view of a sunset through large windows.

Hidden Lake Hotel and Apartments

Hidden Lake Hotel and Apartments
Cambridge
Hidden Lake Hotel and Apartments
A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table.

ibis Hamilton Tainui

ibis Hamilton Tainui
Hamilton Central
ibis Hamilton Tainui
A multi-story building with "QUEST" signage, featuring a ground-level commercial space with illuminated storefronts.

Quest on London

Quest on London
Hamilton Central
Quest on London
A building with multiple flags, outdoor seating, and a sign for 'Bistrot'.

Abbots Hamilton - Hotel and Conference Centre

Abbots Hamilton - Hotel and Conference Centre
Whitiora
Abbots Hamilton - Hotel and Conference Centre
A swimming pool with surrounding palm trees and outdoor furniture.

ASURE Kaimai View Motel

ASURE Kaimai View Motel
Katikati
ASURE Kaimai View Motel
A modern living room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony overlooking a body of water.

Harbour View Motel and Water Front Apartments

Harbour View Motel and Water Front Apartments
Tauranga
Harbour View Motel and Water Front Apartments
An aerial view of a coastal town with a prominent hill, a beach, and a marina with boats.

Bay Palm Motel

Bay Palm Motel
Mount Maunganui
Bay Palm Motel
A hotel entrance with a revolving door, a sign reading "QUEST en Durham," and a potted plant.

Quest on Durham

Quest on Durham
Tauranga
Quest on Durham
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Top LGBTQIA-Welcoming Hotels in Waitomo Caves

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a kitchen with cabinets and a refrigerator, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge
Waitomo Caves
Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge
A wooden deck with tables and chairs, a red building with windows, and a wooden fence.

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka
Waitomo Caves
Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka
A modern house with a covered porch, a number '9' sign, and a small outdoor seating area with chairs and a table.

Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park

Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park
Waitomo Caves
Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park
A rustic building with a red roof, a wooden pergola, and a gravel pathway leading to the entrance.

Woodlyn Park

Woodlyn Park
Waitomo Caves
Woodlyn Park
A wooden table set outdoors with chairs, potted plants, and a bottle of wine.

Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B

Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B
Otorohanga
Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B
A room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck with a wooden railing.

Waitomo Lodge

Waitomo Lodge
Te Kuiti
Waitomo Lodge
A two-story house with a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery and a gravel driveway.

Glowworm Motel

Glowworm Motel
Hangatiki
Glowworm Motel
A rustic stone archway framing a lush garden with a sunset view.

Palm Court Motel

Palm Court Motel
Otorohanga
Palm Court Motel
A well-maintained lawn with a stone pathway leading to a building.

Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery

Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery
Piopio
Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery
A serene garden with a pond, a wooden bridge, and various plants.

Somersal Bed & Breakfast

Somersal Bed & Breakfast
Pirongia
Somersal Bed & Breakfast
A bedroom with a wooden headboard, two pillows with a deer print, a bedside table, a nightstand, and a white shelf with items.

Alexandra Hotel

Alexandra Hotel
Pirongia
Alexandra Hotel
A swimming pool with a curved glass enclosure, a man kneeling by the pool, and a blue sky visible through the structure.

Otorohanga Kiwi Holiday Park

Otorohanga Kiwi Holiday Park
Otorohanga
Otorohanga Kiwi Holiday Park
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a pebble border. There are lounge chairs and a small table near the pool.

Otorohanga & Waitomo Motels

Otorohanga & Waitomo Motels
Otorohanga
Otorohanga & Waitomo Motels
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Matariki Motor Lodge

Matariki Motor Lodge
Te Awamutu
Matariki Motor Lodge
A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and small refrigerator.

Park Lodge Motel

Park Lodge Motel
Te Awamutu
Park Lodge Motel
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Top cities in Waikato

A raft navigating a turbulent river surrounded by dense forest.

Taupō

Taupō is known for its hot springs and spas, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Spa Thermal Park and A.C. Baths.
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An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, a bridge, and a mountainous landscape in the background.

Raglan

Raglan has lots of attractions such as Whale Bay and Ngarunui Beach.
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A river flowing through a city with residential areas and modern buildings.

Hamilton

Hamilton is known for its gardens and casinos, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Hamilton Centre Place and SkyCity Hamilton.
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Two people walking through a cave with bioluminescent blue lights.

Waitomo Caves

Waitomo Caves is known for its restaurants and spas, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Woodlyn Park.
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A natural rock arch formation over a beach with footprints leading to the water.

Whitianga

Whitianga is known for its beaches and spas, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Lost Spring Thermal Pools and Buffalo Beach.
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A beach with a child and an adult holding hands, a yellow bucket, and a reflection on the wet sand.

Whangamata

Whangamata is known for its beaches, and offers lots of things to see including Whangamata Marina and Whangamata Beach.
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Top landmarks in Waikato

A stone house with a thatched roof by a lake.

Hobbiton Movie Set

9.6/10 (413 reviews)
Hobbiton Movie Set is 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from central Matamata, why not stop by during your stay. If you'd also like to explore some of the parks in Matamata, head to Founders Park and Maungatautari Ecological Island.
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A starry night sky with scattered bright points of light.
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Waitomo Glowworm Caves

9.6/10 (358 reviews)
Waitomo Glowworm Caves is 0.6 mi (1 km) from central Waitomo Caves, why not stop by during your stay.
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A large rock formation with a natural archway, a small pool of water, and some greenery.

Cathedral Cove

9.6/10 (578 reviews)
When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Cathedral Cove, located 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from central Hahei. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Hahei Beach located nearby.
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A white water rafting course with a raft in the river, surrounded by dense forest and a viewing platform with people.

Huka Falls

9.4/10 (685 reviews)
Huka Falls is 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from central Rotokawa, why not stop by during your stay. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Craters of the Moon and Aratiatia Rapids, both nearby.
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SkyCity Hamilton

8.4/10 (424 reviews)
Hoping to do some gaming? Why not spend the evening at SkyCity Hamilton in Hamilton Central and see how lucky you are. Why not take a stroll along the riverfront and watch the sunset while you're here?
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Check out the Waikato hotels guests love right now

Waiheke Waterfront Lodge

Waiheke Waterfront Lodge
Oneroa

10/10 Exceptional

United States
James
Waiheke Waterfront Lodge

Hidden Lake Hotel and Apartments

Hidden Lake Hotel and Apartments
Cambridge

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Melanie
Hidden Lake Hotel and Apartments

Anchorage Resort Taupo

Anchorage Resort Taupo
Two Mile Bay

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Kathy
Anchorage Resort Taupo

The Reef Resort

The Reef Resort
Waipahihi

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Jordan
The Reef Resort

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only
Taupō Central

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Sarah
Taupo Thermal Motel & Spa - Adults Only

Grand Mercure Puka Park Resort

Grand Mercure Puka Park Resort
Pauanui

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Rylee
Grand Mercure Puka Park Resort

Hot Water Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Hot Water Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Whenuakite

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anonymous traveler
Hot Water Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park

Aroma House

Aroma House
Pokeno

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Byron
Aroma House

Blue Marlin Apartments

Blue Marlin Apartments
Whitianga

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Paula
Blue Marlin Apartments

Hilton Lake Taupo

Hilton Lake Taupo
Hilltop

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Lynne
Hilton Lake Taupo

Tui Oaks Motel

Tui Oaks Motel
Taupō Central

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Barrie
Tui Oaks Motel

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Hamilton Central

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Richard
Novotel Tainui Hamilton

ibis Hamilton Tainui

ibis Hamilton Tainui
Hamilton Central

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Renee
ibis Hamilton Tainui

Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments

Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments
Taupō Central

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Teri
Quest Taupo Serviced Apartments

About the destination

What's Waikato like?

There's a lot visitors like about Waikato, especially its beaches and restaurants. Activities like hiking give you a chance to enjoy the outdoors during your stay. Take in the local culture of Waikato at Globox Arena and Zealong Tea Estate. Check out other sights like SkyCity Hamilton and Hamilton Centre Place.

What is there to see around Waikato?

  • Waikato River (0.3 mi/0.5 km from the city center)
  • Hamilton Central Business District (0.4 mi/0.6 km from the city center)
  • Seddon Park (0.5 mi/0.8 km from the city center)
  • Globox Arena (0.7 mi/1.1 km from the city center)
  • Claudelands Park (0.8 mi/1.2 km from the city center)

What is there to do around Waikato?

  • SkyCity Hamilton (0.1 mi/0.1 km from the city center)
  • Hamilton Centre Place (0.2 mi/0.2 km from the city center)
  • Waterworld (2.1 mi/3.4 km from the city center)
  • The Base (3.7 mi/6 km from the city center)
  • Zealong Tea Estate (5.6 mi/9 km from the city center)

Other Popular Waikato Attractions

  • Lake Rotoroa
  • FMG Stadium Waikato
  • Hamilton Gardens
  • Hamilton Zoo
  • Hamilton New Zealand LDS Temple