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VR Hamilton

4.0 star property
Hotel connected to a shopping centre in Hamilton

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Exterior
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Superior Studio Suite
Exterior
Breakfast area

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$89
includes taxes & fees
30 July - 31 July

Explore the area

Map
237 Victoria Street, Hamilton, 3204
  • SkyCity Hamilton
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Waikato Hospital
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • FMG Stadium Waikato
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Superior Queen Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Superior Studio Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Suite with Terrace

Suite with Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Room

Executive Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Superior Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Executive Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite with Terrace

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Hamilton

VR Hamilton puts you in the heart of Hamilton, connected to a shopping centre and within steps of SkyCity Hamilton and Riff Raff. Highlights at this Victorian hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services. Other amenities include laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance and multilingual staff. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4-property class Hamilton Central hotel include ArtsPost and Waikato Museum of Art and History.

What's nearby

  • SkyCity Hamilton - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hamilton Centre Place - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Globox Arena - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Waikato Hospital - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • FMG Stadium Waikato - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skycity Hamilton - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Iguana Street Bar & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Local Taphouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Canton Hongkong Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Furnace Restaurant Bar & Nightclub - ‬2 min walk

About this property

VR Hamilton

Hotel connected to a shopping centre in Hamilton
As a guest of VR Hamilton, you'll find a terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. The business-friendly VR Hamilton also features laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a front desk safe. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Hamilton hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1926
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
VR Hamilton offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Hamilton hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

Languages

English, Hindi

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM on request
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Covered parking on site (NZD 20 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a regional park
  • On the riverwalk
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1926
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3.15 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 5 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 30.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A damage deposit of NZD 250.00 will be collected before check-in.

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

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 45 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 45 (one-way)
  • Covered self-parking fee: NZD 20 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.15 per cent

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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts major credit cards and cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a security system and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a security system and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 5 children aged 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at VR Hamilton.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

VR Oaks Hotel
Hamilton City Oaks Hotel
VR Hamilton Hotel
VR Hamilton City Oaks
Hamilton City Oaks
VR Hamilton Hotel
VR Hamilton Hamilton
VR Hamilton Hotel Hamilton

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at VR Hamilton?

VR Hamilton offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at VR Hamilton?

As of 30 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at VR Hamilton on 30 Jul 2025 start from NZ$89.24, 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.

Is parking available at VR Hamilton?

Yep, VR Hamilton has a covered self car park for NZD 20 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Is VR Hamilton family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that VR Hamilton is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at VR Hamilton?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at VR Hamilton?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at VR Hamilton?

No, only service animals are allowed.

VR Hamilton Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 236 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 151 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 141 out of 1003 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Handy to town casino nearby loved the meals at the casino
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Emma

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst hotel we have ever been to. We felt so unsafe we left after an hour after an altercation between a guest and reception and going in to our room to find nothing like the pictures or reviews. Got to room to find broken stairs to climb, blocked toilet, ripped curtains, very run down, windows didn’t close etc. Refund was refused which was really disappointing seeing as we didn’t even unpack.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place to stay if you want cheap rates in central hamilton, hotel parking is very tight to get to
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Wendy

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
off street parking poor, Noisy people in the nest room from 4.30 am reception service poor
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I liked my room 113. It was large. The body wash container was empty unfortunately, and there was an old stiff used face flannel hanging off the shower head. But apart from that my stay was ok
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Titia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
in the middle of town
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

AJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Soal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unhelpful reception and rude. Also charge extra for parking!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Natalie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A grand old hotel, huge rooms, but past its heyday. Charged an extra $20 for a shockingly tricky car park. At one minute past 10am we were locked out of our room. Very convenient for local restaurants etc.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tysen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Manu

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was old and rooms were too large. Noises were bad.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Valley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
There is no kitchen in this hotel at all not even in the rooms. Good price tho. Clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness
good value for money on a limited budget - plenty of dining closeby - no complaints
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here and my husband and I got to use the exact same room we wanted at request which was great. The facilities are quite basic but it's value for money if you're mostly planning to go out to the nearby shops, restaurants, the casino or other places in Hamilton CBD and then want a lovely bed to sleep and relax in later. It could use a bit of a better cleaning service as we noticed a lot of built up dust behind the bedside tables but otherwise the sheets, bathroom & towels were all lovely & definitely sanitary. The decor of the VR is also quite beautiful with the high ceilings & color pallete. Thanks again for another wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacqui

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
noisy and dirty but you get what you pay for so no complaints
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Dee

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The back entrance to the property was dirty and revolting. The hallways were unclean towards the main desk. Staff were friendly. The room smelt of stale smoke and was not welcoming. Corridors had no air movement and weren’t pleasant smelling. Holes in doors, torn carpet. The elevator needs repairing and the staircase was unclean, smelt awful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Pickford

Liked: Cleanliness
Large room for good value, In the center of the entertainment area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Business traveller
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing historic building and perfect location for exploring the city
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ange

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a little noisy at night from the music at the night club. Room floor was uneven and decided that the shower was difficult to get into after knee surgery. Staff were nice tho and bed comfy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sue

Travelled with family
Enjoyed our stay will definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Frederick

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Nice little get away in Hamilton

The best thing about this hotel is its location...right in the thick of it within Hamilton's CBD. It's so close to the restaurants, casino, museum and river. Had a great lunch down by the river at Madam Woos. Yes, the hotel is a past its prime but the rooms are spacious and ours was clean. The price also was great compared to other hotels in the vicinity. There is no parking at the hotel when we were there, so we parked on the street, a Wilson's carpark facility is nearby for those who would prefer a more secure parking option.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025