Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

Haere mai! Welcome to Te Whare Taonga o Waikato Museum & Gallery. Perched above the mighty Waikato River, this world-class museum and art gallery is the artistic and cultural heart of the Waikato. Visit us to experience visual stories and guided activities that bring our art, history, culture and science to life through an inspirational programme that aims to challenge and inspire you.

From ancient Egypt to a 21-century Concept Garden. Admission to the enclosed gardens requires a paid entry fee for visitors who live outside of Hamilton, with children under 16 years of age free. Unlike any botanical garden, our unique attraction is rated among the top 3 things to do in New Zealand and is in the top 1% of attractions globally on Tripadvisor. Discover the magic of Hamilton Gardens with one of our tours. Whether you're a first-time explorer or a returning visitor, this immersive journey unveils fascinating tales, discovering the cultural significance woven into every petal and pathway.  Or opt for an Audio Guide to enjoy a narrated journey through the ages and across the continents, exploring at your own pace. 

SkyCity Hamilton is situated inside the former Chief Post Office, in a building designed to maximise a superb riverside location on the banks of the Waikato River. With a range of dining and entertainment outlets, including EATBurger - voted the Waikato's best burger and The Local Taphouse - the first Good George bar in the CBD, there is something for everyone at SkyCity Hamilton! Enjoy the excitement and atmosphere of the Main Gaming Floor with over 300 gaming machines and 23 table games (R20 to enter the casino) or strike up a little competition on level two with Hamilton's only bowling alley, Bowl and Social, a world-class venue offering non-stop fun and state of the art technology!

Waterworld facilities and features: 25m children's pool, toddlers pool, 50m lane swimming pool, 4.6M deep dive pool including several springboards and the steel diving platform tower, outdoor lido pool, splash pad, hydroslides, inflatables and bouncy castle (subject to availability), hydrotherapy pool (aqua lite classes on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 9am - 10am). Learn to swim programme, gym including land and water-based classes, steam, sauna and spa, outdoor playground, BBQ area, L.K. Coffee Hub, birthday party room and swimwear and merchandise for sale.

Hamilton’s Classic Car Museum - venue hire - themed diner. A classic car museum with something designed to cater for every member of the family. We have over 100 cars for display and an extensive collection of petrol memorabilia – signs, tins, petrol pumps, pedal cars and early pin ball machines. The Jukebox Diner is situated inside the museum, a themed 1950s diner, the perfect spot to relax and enjoy a meal or a coffee. The Diner also has a fenced off children’s area with rides to help keep your younger family members entertained why you relax and enjoy your experience. We have a conference room available for hire with seating for up to 100 people and for those larger groups full hireage of the venue is available for up to 300 people.

With its charismatic personality, white sand beaches, turquoise waters and lush sub-tropical valleys, the Coromandel peninsula might just steal your heart away. Scenic pathways lead to peaceful coves and far-reaching horizons as we explore every corner. Explore the rolling coastlines and rainforests before climbing up to the Pinnacles, a bucket-list walk, on our final day of hiking. Your work is rewarded by magnificent panoramic views of the Coromandel region at the top. Relax with New Zealand wine and fresh seasonal food each night in our boutique lodges exclusively for our group. We base ourselves at each lodge for two nights so you have time to unpack and take in your surroundings. Meet the makers of local artisan produce.