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Location

Easy to find, close to Hamilton’s key destinations

Just north of central Hamilton, easy to reach from the main routes, with free parking on site.

Getting here

298 Ulster Street, Whitiora

You’ll find us at 298 Ulster Street, Whitiora, Hamilton 3200 – a handy base for work trips, events and stopovers around the Waikato.

  • Free on-site parking for registered guests
  • Check-in 2:00 pm – 9:00 pm; reception doors close after 9 pm
  • Arriving late? Call us on 0800 524 232
  • Trucks, trailers or extra vehicles: please arrange in advance
Auto Lodge Motel building on Ulster Street, Hamilton
Nearby

Close to the places you’re coming to Hamilton for

The CBD, FMG Stadium, shopping and Waikato Hospital are all a short trip away.

  • FMG Stadium WaikatoChiefs and Waikato rugby, concerts and big events1.4 km walk
  • Hamilton CBDRestaurants, cafes, Garden Place and the riverside5 min drive
  • Claudelands Event CentreConcerts, expos and conferences5 min drive
  • WaterworldIndoor and outdoor pools5 min drive
  • The Base Shopping CentreShops, cinema and dining10 min drive
  • Waikato HospitalVisiting family or an appointment10 min drive
  • SupermarketsPak’nSave and other stores close by
  • Mystery Creek Events CentreFieldays every June and other big events25 min drive
  • Hamilton AirportDomestic flights20 min drive

Times are approximate, by car from the motel unless shown as a walk.

Explore the Waikato

Day trips from Hamilton

Stay a few nights and use Auto Lodge as your base. Free parking makes it easy to come and go.

  • Hamilton GardensThemed gardens beside the Waikato River, one of Hamilton’s most popular attractions15 min drive
  • Hamilton ZooAnimals from around the world and New Zealand natives15 min drive
  • RaglanSurf beaches and a relaxed harbour town on the west coast45 min drive
  • Hobbiton Movie SetGuided tours of the film set near MatamataAbout 1 hr drive
  • Waitomo CavesGlowworm caves and underground adventuresAbout 1 hr 10 min drive
  • Coming for a big event?Game days, concerts and Fieldays week are busy times in Hamilton. Book early to get the room you want.Check availability
Map

Map and directions

Plan your route, or send us a message and we’ll help with directions and parking.