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Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre

Property class: 2
Motel perfectly located for exploring Hamilton Lake

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A narrow pathway leading to a building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and potted plants.
A reception area with a wooden counter, a chandelier, a staircase, and framed artwork on the walls.
A two-story house with a balcony, a driveway, and a car parked in front.
A two-story building with a balcony and a covered porch area.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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23 Thackeray Street, Hamilton Central, Hamilton, Waikato, 3204
  • Place, Hamilton Central Business District
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Rotoroa
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, SkyCity Hamilton
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

1 Bedroom Apartment

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

2 Bedroom Apartment

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Dorm Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 5 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bed with white and red bedding, a heart-shaped pillow, and a window with curtains.

Economy Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Large Family Unit

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Hamilton

Hamilton Lake stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Hamilton Lake motel, you'll find Waikato Museum of Art and History and ArtsPost. Hamilton Central Business District and Lake Rotoroa are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hamilton Central Business District - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lake Rotoroa - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • SkyCity Hamilton - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hamilton Centre Place - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Seddon Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dot & Winnie's Eatery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Amigos - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Rabbitea - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Thai Village Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sichuan Style Restaurant 重庆味道 - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre

Motel perfectly located for exploring Hamilton Lake
WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business center on site. Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre also features barbecue grills and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Hamilton motel is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre offers 17 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Kitchens offer refrigerators and microwaves.

This Hamilton motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Digital television is provided. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [16 Thackeray street, Hamilton,3204]
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 200 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

The listed credit card fee applies all credit card transactions, including PayWave.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, cash, and mobile payments. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Colonial City Motel Hamilton
Colonial City Motel
Colonial City Hamilton
Colonial City Conference
Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre Motel
Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre Hamilton
Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre Motel Hamilton

Frequently asked questions

How close is Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre to the airport?

Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre is 6.7 mi (12-min drive) away from the Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre?

As of Sep 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre on Sep 11, 2026 start from $66, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre.

Does Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre offer free breakfast?

Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but SkyCity Hamilton (12-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre have a pool?

Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre does not have a pool.

Does Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre to downtown Hamilton?

Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre is 0.5 mi away from Hamilton.

Colonial City Motel and Conference Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 153 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Patsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location being within walking distance of the downtown area. Clean, tidy unit, comfy bed, and great shower pressure.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and nice view
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mellissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good-sized room, very clean and tidy. Great location — easy walking distance to town Would happily stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place for the price. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and good location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Roomy, comfortable and clean. Loved how easy it was to walk to Main Street for cafes etc and museum.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Trish

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, service and location, about a 10 minute walk into town.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Keri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of parking. Quiet and lovely clean room
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Joe

Plenty of parking, pac n save within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charity

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy and the facility is so beautiful and charming.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tani

Central, good space, good value
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Colin

Fantastic staff and rooms were nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brodie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was perfect, exactly what was needed. Has been renovated nicely, and the beds were very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice modern clean room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Lidia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple and well designed. Comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
You outside didn’t look much. Room very clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bridgid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Comfortable beds and clean new decor.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, comfortable, well equipped, great location. Everything we needed. Will happily stay here again when back in Hamilton.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay. My room was very spacious, clean and boy did the shower have excellent pressure. Walking distance to town. Easy on site parking. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and nicely painted. Where to actually book at opposite property is a bit hard to find in dark and a bit confusing. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Clifford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Prefect, Nice helpful lady at check in Clean close to the city
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael and Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was fast and efficient, pleasant staff. Room was clean and well maintained. Bed was nice and soft. Parking was no problem. Kitchen amenities were all ok. The outside of the building needs a do up. For the cost it was fine.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room. Clean. Warm. Easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great little stay in updated, clean and homely unit. Loved the crisp sheets and decent pillows! Good location to the city.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is great. Room was clean and well laid out. Staff were helpful and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025