Retirement living in the Waikato Region
Looking for a retirement village in Hamilton, Thames, Cambridge or Taupo? Bupa’s Waikato retirement villages offer independent living with the reassurance of support if your needs change over time (subject to availability). Whether you're exploring homes in retirement villages in Hamilton, Cambridge, Thames or Taupo, Bupa has villas, apartments, and serviced apartments, with communities designed to help you enjoy life your way, with comfort, connection, and peace of mind.
Our Waikato villages include St Andrews and Foxbridge Retirement Villages in Hamilton, Tararu Retirement Village in Thames, St Kilda Retirement Village in Cambridge and Liston Heights Retirement Village in Taupo, offering a range of living options from villas and apartments to serviced apartments, in well-maintained, welcoming communities. You’ll have the freedom to live independently while being part of a vibrant village lifestyle.
Why choose a retirement village in the Waikato region
Hamilton and the wider Waikato region offer an ideal balance of city convenience and relaxed living, with access to quality healthcare, shopping, dining, and river walks. Proximity to Auckland also makes visiting family and accessing travel connections easy, while the region’s affordable living and welcoming neighbourhoods support a fulfilling retirement lifestyle.
Smaller towns like Cambridge, Taupo, and Thames offer vibrant, community-focused retirement living with a village feel.
Thinking about retirement living?
If you're considering retirement village life, you might be wondering what age can you move to one, how much it costs, and how waiting lists work. The minimum age for moving in is 70, but timing is personal, and often guided by lifestyle, not age.
We recommend registering your interest early, as some village’s villas or apartments are in high demand. You can also chat to our team about the costs involved, and what’s included. Our aim is to make your move as smooth and stress-free as possible, so you can focus on enjoying your new home.
Get in touch with your preferred location to book a tour or to find out about upcoming open days and information on availability.
