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title: "Colonial City Motel, Hamilton: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Colonial City Motel in Hamilton: rated 8.8 by guests, 3.5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-15
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Motel · ★★★★
# Colonial City Motel

Hamilton Central, Hamilton, New Zealand

8.8 ·  Excellent 29 reviews ·  #13 #13 of 51 in Hamilton ·  3.8/5 on Google, 111 reviews ·  6.0 Location score
## About Colonial City Motel

Colonial City Motel is a motel in Hamilton Central, Hamilton, New Zealand. It holds a 3.5-star rating. Guests rate it 8.8 out of 10 across 29 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, spa, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 1.7 km from the centre of Hamilton. The nearest beach is 890 m away. The nearest airport, Hamilton International Airport (HLZ), is 9.4 km away.

- **Type:** Motel

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 17

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 4

23 Thackeray Street [colonialcitymotel.com](http://colonialcitymotel.com/)

## How Colonial City Motel scores

Better rated than 68% of hotels in Hamilton

-   Guest rating **8.8**
-   Location **6.0**
-   Facilities **5.8**
-   Families **1.0**
-   Spa & wellness **4.5**
-   Beach access **7.3**
-   Public transport **6.4**

Hamilton average

## Rating on Google

3.8/5

111 Google reviews

-   5★38%
-   4★26%
-   3★18%
-   2★5%
-   1★12%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

Swimming poolSpaFree parkingFree Wi-Fi

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool
-   Spa

### Leisure

-   Terrace

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Car hire
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Kitchen
-   Balcony
-   Coffee or tea maker

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

### Business

-   Meeting rooms

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **6.0**/10

- **Walk grade:** **55**/100 Somewhat walkable

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **26**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **2**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">890 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">15 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Hamilton Train Station</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">820 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">13 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Hamilton International Airport (HLZ)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">9.4 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">21 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Hamilton</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.7 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   The Zoo600 m
-   Te Whare Taonga o Waikato Museum & Gallery640 m
-   Sapper Horace Moore-Jones Commemorative Statue2.0 km

## Colonial City Motel: in detail

Colonial City Motel provides flawless service and all the necessary facilities for visitors. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Discovering Hamilton becomes even more accessible, thanks to the car hire amenities provided at the motel. The motel offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. Reception services featuring luggage storage are available to cater to your requirements. Securing top-notch tickets and reserving prime dining spots become effortless through assistance from the motel's tours. Repeatedly enjoy your best-loved attire with the aid of the laundry service available at Colonial City Motel. Need some relaxation? Your room features daily housekeeping to make your stay even more comfortable and enjoyable. The motel is completely smoke-free. In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. At Colonial City Motel, a selection of rooms can be found that showcase unique design elements such as a balcony or terrace. For certain chosen rooms, guests can enjoy in-room amusement like television and cable TV as a part of their stay. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator and a coffee or tea maker. Maintain your cleanliness and feel revitalized using a hair dryer available in select guest restrooms. Do you possess exceptional culinary skills? Prepare your meals personally within the motel at its BBQ facilities. During your stay at motel, an array of engaging activities and amenities guarantees a delightful experience. Treat and spoil yourself by taking a trip to spa.

### Compare

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## Questions about Colonial City Motel

### How do guests rate Colonial City Motel?

Colonial City Motel has a guest rating of 8.8 out of 10 from 29 reviews, which is better than 68% of rated hotels in Hamilton.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Colonial City Motel?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Does Colonial City Motel have a pool?

Yes, Colonial City Motel has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at Colonial City Motel?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Colonial City Motel from the airport?

The nearest airport, Hamilton International Airport (HLZ), is 9.4 km away in a straight line.

### Is Colonial City Motel close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 890 m from the hotel.

### How many rooms does Colonial City Motel have?

Colonial City Motel has 17 rooms.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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