| upgraded rooms have additional living space. there's a bright restaurant/bar with floor-to-ceiling windows and outdoor seating options. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. this country-chic hotel is 4 km from the mystery creek events centre and 9 km from hamilton gardens. laid-back rooms with balconies or verandas feature free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. there's also a 3-bedroom apartment with a kitchen, and a combined sitting and dining area. parking is free
Tauranga Airport 1 hr 18
Tree Church (7 min) St Peter's Cathedral (15 min)
Cathedral, church, and history Parana Park (15 min)
Kowhai-themed park offering interactive native bird sculptures, water features & a kids' playground. Avantidrome (10 min) Italian Renaissance Garden (12 min)
Elaborate garden in the medieval Italian style, with geometric shapes, fountains & statues. Hamilton Lake (15 min) Hamilton Gardens (10 min)
Landscaped gardens ranging from Tudor-style to Japanese and traditional Maori-influenced versions. Waikato Museum Te Whare Taonga o Waikato (16 min)
Museum featuring exhibits on Waikato's art, history & culture, as well as educational programs. Te Parapara (12 min)
Section of Hamilton Gardens exhibiting traditional Maori growing & harvesting practices. Claudelands Park (16 min) Taitua Arboretum (24 min)
Tranquil green space abundant with trees, pastures, a woodland garden & walking trails. SkyCity Hamilton (18 min)
Entertainment complex featuring a casino, several restaurants & bars, live events & a bowling alley. Indian Char Bagh Garden (12 min)
Fragrant, enclosed 4-part garden inspired by a historic style of garden popular in India. Hamilton Lake Domain (12 min) Hamilton Zoo (23 min)
Over 600 animals live in this large zoo featuring a walk-through aviary, plus a cafe & picnic areas. | 
