Split in two by the Waikato River which flows through the centre of the city, Hamilton is a lovely city to explore and is found on the North Island. Enjoy it to its fullest with the aid of a rental car.
Book with Zest Car Rental at Hamilton Airport!
Zest Car Rental provides a fresh and honest approach to hiring a car at Hamilton Airport. At Zest, we know how important transparency is when booking car rental. Our four-step booking process is simple and hassle-free, with no hidden costs or extras. At Zest, we know when planning your trip, you shouldn’t have to sweat the details and focus on the small print. Instead, you can relax and look forward to your holiday, without getting lost in car rental complications!
We also know that sometimes, plans change. Therefore, we offer free cancellation and amendments up to 48 hours before your rental start as standard. Should you require it, we also offer enhanced cancellation protection for a small fee. This offers you free cancellation right up to the time your rental starts!
Zest Car Rental only works with carefully selected and trusted car rental providers at Hamilton Airport who care as much about reputation as we do, and always put the customer first. All our providers are monitored closely, and we review customer feedback frequently to ensure you receive the best rental experience possible. Our amazing customer feedback has meant we are ranked ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot. Also, Zest Car Rental are Feefo Platinum Trusted! You can read our Feefo reviews here!
Stay protected with Zest! We offer breakdown assistance at Hamilton Airport as standard. Should you wish to be fully covered, we can provide you with our industry leading top-up insurance. Our top-up insurance is the top level of cover available provided by us. You’ll receive reimbursement cover against any loss or damage to the vehicle not covered by the standard car hire insurance. To find out what is covered on our top-up insurance, check out our blog! You can rest assured we’ve made things as simple as possible so you can focus on enjoying your holiday and exploring hidden gems!
If you wish to share the driving on holiday, we have negotiated a free additional driver with many of our trusted car rental providers! If your chosen provider does include a free additional driver, this will be clearly labelled on the quote page. Generate a quick and easy quote today!
All rental providers we work with operate a fair fuel policy. This means you either collect the car full of fuel then return it full or return it with the same amount provided upon collection. Hassle-free and straightforward! Learn more about fair fuel policies here!
If you ever have any queries before, during or after your car rental, our friendly customer support team is here to help you. We can even provide you with a quote or make your booking over the telephone! Our U.K. based call centre is open 7 days a week. Wherever you are, Zest are! We operate a 24/7 Customer Support Telephone line for any urgent enquiries during out of office hours.
The great inclusions Zest offers with every rental has led to us being the one and only Which? Recommended Car Hire Broker, an accolade we have earnt every year since 2017! Which? Concluded that Zest Car Rental goes ‘beyond for their customers’ and awarded Zest with a five-star rating for the clarity of the final hire cost. Fresh, Honest and Transparent!
Exploring Hamilton
Enjoy a relaxing day and discover Hamilton's various gardens such as the rose gardens and the Chinese themed Scholar Gardens. If you have kids in tow, you might prefer a trip to Hamilton Zoo.
Make your visit a memorable one with a canoe or kayak river tour of the city. Or, for a truly unique souvenir, sign up for a workshop at Raglan’s bone carving studio.
Along the city’s main street you’ll find a vast array of bars and restaurants to cater to every taste and craving. Complete with a lively atmosphere, this is the city’s social hub and offers a great evening’s entertainment, especially at the weekend.
Day Trips From Hamilton
Explore the picturesque shire and tour the famous structures created for the Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit Trilogies.
Venture to the nearby town of Raglan. A typical New Zealand beach town, there are a number of rugged beaches to visit which are perfect for surfing like Whale Bay and Manu Bay. If you don’t fancy taking to the waves there are also several excellent walks in the Raglan area. Hike to the top of Bridal Veil Falls or for more of a challenge climb Mount Karioi.
Pirongia Forest Park is just a 1.5 hour journey away. Enjoy a number of outdoor activities in this natural oasis! Choose from hiking, mountain biking, caving, swimming and fishing. There is something for everyone in this lovely part of New Zealand.
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