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Arena Court Motel

★★★★ 21 Willoughby Street, Hamilton, NZ

9.4 guest rating· 836 reviews

About this hotel

Luxurious Self-Contained Accommodation

Experience luxury just 650 metres from the Waikato River at Arena Court Motel. Enjoy self-contained apartments with a 50-inch TV featuring Netflix, YouTube, and TVNZ OnDemand, along with an iPod docking station.

Convenient Location

Located just 1km from Hamilton town centre, Arena Court Motel offers easy access to The Base and Dress Smart shopping malls, both a short 5-minute drive away. Hamilton International Airport is also conveniently a 20-minute drive from the property.

Exciting Activities and Services

Explore local attractions with ease as the tour desk can arrange trips to the Waitomo Glow Worm Caves and thrilling activities like white water rafting and skydiving. After a day of adventure, unwind in the spacious apartments equipped with modern amenities and soundproofing. Book now for a memorable stay at Arena Court Motel.

Rooms & rates

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Executive Studio

Sleeps 2 · 43 m² · Queen Bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Kitchenette
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p>462 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi and wired internet access</p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch LCD TV, digital channels, and iPod dock</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchenette with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, separate bathtub and shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Grab bar near toilet</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Studio with Spa Bath

Sleeps 3 · 28 m² · Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower
  • Telephone

This executive studio with spa bath offers air-conditioning for individual comfort, double glazed windows for peace and quiet and a well-equipped kitchenette with a microwave, stove top, refrigerator and utensils. There is a dining suite and a seating area with flat screen 50 inch TV, Netflix, YouTube and TVNZ OnDemand enabled, an iPod docking station and a CD player. The queen bed is triple sheeted and the private bathroom has a separate shower and spa bath.

One-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 4 · 32 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), Sofa bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower
  • Telephone

This one-bedroom apartment offers a separate bedroom with a queen bed and a lounge area with a sofa bed. There is a dining suite and a seating area with flat screen 50 inch TV, Netflix, YouTube and TVNZ OnDemand enabled, an iPod docking station and a CD player. This air-conditioned apartment features a well-equipped kitchenette with a microwave, stove top, cooking utensils and a refrigerator.

Two-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 6 · 40 m² · 2× Twin bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), Sofa bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower
  • Telephone

This 2-Bedroom apartment has separate bedrooms, with a king bed in the main bedroom and two single beds in the second bedroom. There is a sofa bed in the lounge area. The well-equipped kitchenette offers a microwave, stove top, refrigerator and utensils. There is a dining suite and a seating area with flat screen 50 inch TV, Netflix, YouTube and TVNZ OnDemand enabled, an iPod docking station and a CD player.

King Suite with Spa Bath

Sleeps 2 · 25 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower
  • Telephone

This king suite with spa bath offers air-conditioning for individual comfort, double glazed windows for peace and quiet and a well-equipped kitchenette with a microwave, stove top, refrigerator and utensils. There is a dining suite and a seating area with flat screen 50 inch TV, Netflix, YouTube and TVNZ OnDemand enabled, an iPod docking station and a CD player. The king bed is triple sheeted and the private bathroom has a separate shower and spa bath.

Two-Bedroom Suite

Sleeps 5 · 42 m² · Sofa bed

flat screen 50 inch TV, Netflix, YouTube and TVNZ OnDemand enabled

Queen Studio

Sleeps 2 · 28 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower
  • Telephone

This superior studio offers air-conditioning for individual comfort, double glazed windows for peace and quiet and a well-equipped kitchenette with a microwave, stove top, refrigerator and utensils. There is a dining suite and a seating area with flat screen 50 inch TV, Netflix, YouTube and TVNZ OnDemand enabled, an iPod docking station and a CD player. The queen bed is triple sheeted and the private bathroom has a shower. This room has no capacity for additional guests.

Double or Twin Room - Disability Access

Sleeps 2 · 28 m² · Twin bed, Double bed

The unit has 2 beds.

Amenities

  • Offsite parking discounted rates available
  • Parking
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Air conditioning
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Golf cart
  • Golfing on site
  • Tour desk
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • CCTV outside property
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  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Free wired internet
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Internet access
  • No accessible shuttle
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Public transport tickets
  • Safety deposit box
  • Smoke alarms
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Television in common areas
  • Wheelchair accessible

Location

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21 Willoughby Street, Hamilton, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say9.4836 reviews

+ Cleanliness+ Friendly Staff+ Great Location+ Good Value for Money− Pillow Comfort− Broken Amenities− Safety Concerns
Cleanliness9.7
Service10.0
Location10.0
Room Quality8.7
Amenities8.2
Value for Money9.7

Guest review

7.0

Rooms are nice and tidy

− Some people are shouting each other outside that was really disturbing.

Jacob · NZ · 2026-03-21

Great staff great stay

10.0
Carlysha · AU · 2026-03-12

Good to know

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Arena Court Motor Lodge in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A deposit may be required at the property.

›Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

›Pets

Pets are not allowed.

›Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

Children from 3 years old to 16 years old stay for NZD 25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.