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VR Hamilton

4.0 star property
Upmarket Victorian hotel connected to a shopping centre in Hamilton Central

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Exterior
Exterior
Superior Triple Room
Breakfast area
Check-in/check-out kiosk

Reviews

6.4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking availableParking available
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Laundry
    LaundryLaundry
  • Housekeeping
    HousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
237 Victoria Street, Hamilton, 3204
  • Popular LocationSkyCity Hamilton2 min walk
  • Popular LocationWaikato Hospital19 min walk
  • Popular LocationWaikato Stadium3 min drive
  • AirportHamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)15 min drive

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Exterior
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Gym
3.7 out of 5, Good, (1000)
The price is AU$153
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

About the area

Hamilton

VR Hamilton puts you in the heart of Hamilton, connected to a shopping centre and within steps of Riff Raff and SkyCity Hamilton. 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. .Near this 4-property class Hamilton Central hotel, you'll find Waikato Hospital.

What's nearby

  • SkyCity Hamilton - 2 min walk
  • Hamilton Centre Place - 5 min walk
  • Waikato Hospital - 19 min walk
  • Waikato Stadium - 3 min drive
  • Hamilton Gardens - 3 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Local Taphouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chim-Choo-Ree - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Garden Place, Hamilton - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Skycity Hamilton - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Canton Hongkong Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

VR Hamilton

Upmarket Victorian hotel connected to a shopping centre in Hamilton Central
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. 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

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
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • 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

  • 3 floors
  • Building
  • 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
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium 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 - 11:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Staffed front desk

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 security system and window guards
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. 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. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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.

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 27 July 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at VR Hamilton on 4 Aug 2024 start from AU$84.98, 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

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 286 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 249 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 162 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 145 out of 1001 reviews" "

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Allan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very old fashioned, but that's OK. But shower over bath gets harder and harder as we age.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

anna

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Very noisy from the street below. Had to park off site. No extra blankets or pillows.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Walkable to services. Well-priced
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here several times, while the place is old the character of the building and rooms, are still the reason I return. The staff that have been there awhile are always pleasant and familiar on arrival and departure.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jeanette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old buildings being restored. Noise from the street but was ok
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Jane

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

John

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is old and rundown, will not be staying there again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Blue

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location But it needs a revamp plus the toilet take a bit off getting used to as the water is half way a the bowl
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodolphe

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for families
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Neville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Street noise ,people off their face, until 3.30 am. Weird noise for 30 mins on floor or above about 2?am.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

ANTHONY

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Difficult to find.no parking.terribly noisy Advice no one to stay there
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Travelled with partner
The hotel was sufficient for our purposes that is location, the price and our late booking The staff were pleasant and our check in and out were smooth the hotel is a little bit tired but for the price we paid you can’t expect a 5 star hotel We were able to pay for parking out the back which was another bonus
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Good location and lovely bones but showing lots of signs that it's not being well maintained. Poor parking facilities, plumbing not working well, lift weight limit reduced and it bangs and shudders during operation, broken mirrors, worn carpets etc. It's still nice but it needs work.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Gregory

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
On a busy street and a old style hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Maya

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great location
Location was close to everything we needed.. Staff tried there best to keep everyone happy. Description of property slightly misleading said that it had a laundry no laundry to be found on the premises att all
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Scott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Room size was good. Shower pressure weak. TV needing size increase.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
We were impressed how the property was being kept up and enjoyed our stay. Front desk staff was fantastic and local restaurant was very nice. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shahin, Kerikeri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was really good but parking was really bad
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No in house bar or dinning. Room key had to be reprogrammed daily even though the stay was multiple days. Found four items under bed plus had not seen a vacuum in ages. Over priced for tarrif. Bath/shower was a nightmare accident waiting too Happen. Noise from street until 4am both nights. Fighting oposite, traffic noise. A tired and run down hotel. Bed covers badly stained. Two adjoining restaurants back entrances opened into the Hotel reception area even though the Hotel Main door was lock coded for guest entrance after 10pm. Car parking and terraces close when reception closes At 10pm. But these 2 restaurants have access to hotel areas after 10pm when no hotel staff are present. This is a security risk for Hotel patrons. The stairs and lift are not key carded so the entire upper floors are accessible . On the plus side convenient to downtown if you do not have your own transportation. Walkable to Cafès, restaurants.and Casino.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024