Celebrate Matariki!

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Sat 27 Jun, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Mon 29 Jun, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Tue 30 Jun, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Wed 1 Jul, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Thu 2 Jul, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Fri 3 Jul, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Sat 4 Jul, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Mon 6 Jul, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Tue 7 Jul, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Wed 8 Jul, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Thu 9 Jul, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Fri 10 Jul, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Sat 11 Jul, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Mon 13 Jul, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Tue 14 Jul, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Wed 15 Jul, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Thu 16 Jul, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Fri 17 Jul, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Sat 18 Jul, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Mon 20 Jul, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Tue 21 Jul, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Wed 22 Jul, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Thu 23 Jul, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Fri 24 Jul, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Sat 25 Jul, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Mon 27 Jul, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Tue 28 Jul, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Wed 29 Jul, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Thu 30 Jul, 10:00am - 4:00pm

Fri 31 Jul, 10:00am - 4:00pm

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Matariki is the Māori name for the star cluster also known as the Pleiades, whose midwinter rise marks the Māori New Year. Celebrated across ...

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Jet Park Hotels

JetPark Hamilton Airport and Conference Centre

JetPark Hamilton Airport New Zealand is the perfect blend of comfort and convenience, located just a 6-minute walk from Hamilton Airport Terminal and close to Mystery Creek Events Centre. Enjoy free parking, a fitness center, outdoor pool, sauna, and tennis court during your stay. Our rooms feature free WIFI, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and tea/coffee making facilities, with some offering air-conditioning and spa baths. For added comfort, our apartments include living rooms and kitchenettes. Room service is available for your convenience. Unwind in our casual restaurant and bar with seasonal garden seating, or host your next event in our conference centre, featuring 6 versatile meeting rooms.

Berry View Cottage

Berry View Cottage Waikato

Central to all Waikato attractions. Private guest accommodation with sweeping country vistas. Great location for trips to Waitomo Caves (40min), Hobbiton (45min), Hamilton Gardens (25min), Hamilton Airport (15min), Lake Karapiro watersports (20min) 5 mins to Te Awamutu township (restaurants, supermarkets, pools). Eat fresh berries or ice cream at the farm next door. The renovated cottage is fully self contained with kitchen, bathroom & two bedrooms plus an outdoor decking area and safe off street parking. Amenities include EV charging, free WIFI, A/C, fully equipped kitchen, cooktop, convection oven/ microwave, fridge/ freezer, filtered water supply, TV, hairdryer, nightlight, cot & highchair. Enquire via email or phone for direct bookings.

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Argent Motor Lodge

As one of Hamilton's newest motels we are proud to introduce ourselves and our convenient city south location. With modern & stunning architectural design, the latest in guest amenities & our tasteful décor we are excited to have you consider us – be it for one night or more. We provide free on-site car parking, SKY Guest Select with 50 + channels, Air-conditioning/Heat Pumps in all rooms, BioXcell System Beds, Ultra fast WIFI Broadband, sound proof construction & blackout curtains are just a few of the important features we have incorporated with your comfort & convenience in mind. Conveniently located close to Hamilton’s city centre, central business district, café & restaurant precinct Argent Motor Lodge is the perfect choice.

Captains Quarters Motor Inn

Captains Quarters Motor Inn

Captain's Quarters Motor Inn is located on a back section and provides a quiet environment. The spacious units, quiet location and swimming pool provide opportunity for a relaxing stay. Only a 5-minute walk to restaurants, cafés, shopping or even the greyhound/harness racing track. Accommodation includes 3 x 2-bedroom units and 4 (Super King Bed) Studio Units and 2 Twin Studio Units (Queen and Single bed). All units have cooking facilities , digital TV, 8 Sky TV channels, DVD player and free Wi-Fi. Captains Quarters is only a short drive to Lake Karapiro, Hamilton Airport, St.Peter's School and Avantidrome, Mystery Creek and Wedding venues such as Sarnia Park, and Red Barn.

Lisa Sun

Canopy Camping Escapes | The Yards Karāpiro

This beautifully decorated tiny home features a fully equipped kitchen, cosy bedroom with an ensuite bathroom and space to simply chill. But the real luxury lies outside—soak in the outdoor bath under the stars, unwind in the Panorama Sauna, or gather around the outdoor fire to toast marshmallows. Wander the property’s walkways alongside tranquil ponds, climb to the top for sunrise views, or relax on the large front deck with your morning coffee. Challenge friends to kubb (a lawn game) or corn hole, fire up the Weber BBQ, and let the peace and quiet work its magic. Just a five-minute walk from Lake Karāpiro and less than ten minutes' drive from Cambridge, you’re perfectly positioned to explore—or stay put and soak in the serenity.

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Essene Country Lodge

Essene Country Lodge offers a serene escape to the countryside, complete with horses, cows, pukekoes, and eels. A little bit of country, a little bit of luxury. Simple pleasures with plenty of exploring within an hour's drive - Mount Maungaui or Raglan; Rotorua or Waitomo; Lake Karapiro, Cambridge, Hamilton and Te Awamutu all within 15 minutes carefully positioned on 1.6 hectres of heritage land fully surrounded in mature trees. The house is fully equipped to service families, couples and business owners. Essene Country Lodge offers the ulitmate peace, privacy and tranquil. 1 hour 40 minutes to Auckland Airport.

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