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Recommended hotels in Waitomo Caves

BBQ/picnic area

1. Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka
3.0 star property
Waitomo Caves
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (283 reviews)
"Great staff made us feel very welcome."
United Kingdom
John
The price is P3,151
P3,624 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka
Breakfast area

2. Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge
3.0 star property
Waitomo Caves
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (503 reviews)
"Very convenient location to stay while exploring the area and Waitimo caves. They are less than 5 mins away from the various cave exploration options, provide a continental breakfast and offer a washer and dryer for $5 a load each."
United States
Matthew
The price is P5,262
P6,051 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge
Balcony

3. Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park

Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Waitomo Caves
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (325 reviews)
"Great location and helpful staff"
Australia
Lindel
The price is P4,108
P4,724 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park
Interior entrance

4. Woodlyn Park

Woodlyn Park
3.5 star property
Waitomo Caves
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (266 reviews)
"Very fun experience, we lived in the front side of airplane. Space is a little small, but fun experience. The front desk guy is super helpful and recommended some good food for us."
United States
Binglin
The price is P6,831
P7,856 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Woodlyn Park
Balcony view

5. Te Tiro Accommodation

Te Tiro Accommodation
2.0 star property
Waitomo Caves
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"A really wonderful place to explore the surrounding area. The cabin has everything you need, hosts are super friendly & helpful. I couldn't recommend staying here enough."
United Kingdom
Felicity
Te Tiro Accommodation
View from room

6. Waitomo Lodge

Waitomo Lodge
2.0 star property
Te Kuiti
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (296 reviews)
"Fantastic property, fantastic value"
Australia
Harish
The price is P4,388
P5,046 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Waitomo Lodge
Terrace/patio

7. Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B

Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B
3.0 star property
Otorohanga
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (445 reviews)
"Nice breakfast, comfy beds ,beautiful view and hot tub☺️"
Australia
Sharon
The price is P3,095
P3,559 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B
Exterior

8. Glowworm Motel

Glowworm Motel
2.5 star property
Hangatiki
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (155 reviews)
"i liked that it was close to where i wanted to go, basic but nice"
Australia
kathir
The price is P4,060
P4,670 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Glowworm Motel
Property grounds

9. Palm Court Motel

Palm Court Motel
3.5 star property
Otorohanga
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (156 reviews)
"The stay was great"
Australia
Sajan
The price is P5,060
P5,819 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Palm Court Motel
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers

10. Otorohanga Kiwi Holiday Park

Otorohanga Kiwi Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Otorohanga
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (72 reviews)
"Second time staying here and you can’t beat it on price. Definitely my go-to for business trips."
New Zealand
Timothy
The price is P4,131
P4,750 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Otorohanga Kiwi Holiday Park
Garden

11. Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery

Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery
3.0 star property
Piopio
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (226 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff"
New Zealand
Graeme
The price is P3,163
P3,637 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery
Front of property - evening/night

12. Caves Motor Inn

Caves Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Hangatiki
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (230 reviews)
"We only spent one night got in late and left early Check in was in the bar/restaurant area and the staff were friendly Room was spacious a little dated but was clean"
Canada
JANE
The price is P4,373
P5,029 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Caves Motor Inn
Hypo-allergenic bedding available, WiFi (free), bed sheets

13. Alexandra Hotel

Alexandra Hotel
3.5 star property
Pirongia
The price is P3,681
P4,233 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Alexandra Hotel
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

14. Otorohanga & Waitomo Motels

Otorohanga & Waitomo Motels
2.5 star property
Otorohanga
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (351 reviews)
"Location - not far from Town Centre - beautiful views - Room Service Staff friendly & very helpful. Home away from Home 10 ⭐️"
Australia
Cheryl
The price is P4,364
P5,018 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Otorohanga & Waitomo Motels
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Top Waitomo Caves Hotel Reviews

Waitomo Lodge

Waitomo Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stopover during trip. Room was clean and comfortable. Great to relax in spa bath. Highly recommend"
Julie 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Waitomo Lodge

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Waitomo Caves Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,827
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
P3,559
Highest Price
P7,856

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Waitomo Caves?
By going with a hostel you can reduce your spending on lodging and use more of your trip funds for going out during your vacation. You can check out cultural highlights like the historic sites in this destination, or enjoy the local tours and other activities.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few forms, but all of them have three main qualities in common, including budget prices, a social setting, and shared rooms (though many have private options too).
What are the best hostels in Waitomo Caves?
While you're deciding on somewhere to stay, check out this top Waitomo Caves hostel: YHA Waitomo, Juno Hall - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. You'll find showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Waitomo Caves?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 50°F. Average annual precipitation for Waitomo Caves is 50 inches.
What is there to see and do in Waitomo Caves?
Overall, Waitomo Caves is known for its restaurants, historical sites, and local tours. Get out into nature with places like Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Woodlyn Park, and Caveworld. Visit landmarks like Opapake Pa. Additional attractions include Aranui Cave, Aranui Cave, and Ruakuri Cave.
What's the best way to get to and around Waitomo Caves while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Waitomo Caves in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.), 29.7 mi (47.9 km) from the city center.

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