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Recommended hotels in Waitomo Caves

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a kitchen with cabinets and a refrigerator, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

1. 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 RM365
RM420 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge
A wooden deck with tables and chairs, a red building with windows, and a wooden fence.

2. Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka
3.0 star property
Waitomo Caves
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (284 reviews)
"Friendly staff, perfect location for waitomo area and very comfy beds!!!"
Australia
Lynette
The price is RM201
RM231 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka
A modern house with a covered porch, a number '9' sign, and a small outdoor seating area with chairs and a table.

3. Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park

Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Waitomo Caves
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (326 reviews)
"Convenient stress free stay"
Australia
Rochelle
The price is RM269
RM310 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park
A rustic building with a red roof, a wooden pergola, and a gravel pathway leading to the 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 RM436
RM502 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Woodlyn Park
A wooden table set outdoors with chairs, potted plants, and a bottle of wine.

5. Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B

Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B
3.0 star property
Otorohanga
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (449 reviews)
"Nice breakfast, comfy beds ,beautiful view and hot tub☺️"
Australia
Sharon
The price is RM197
RM227 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B
A room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck with a wooden railing.

6. Waitomo Lodge

Waitomo Lodge
2.0 star property
Te Kuiti
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (297 reviews)
"Rooms were well maintained and very clean. The lady at reception couldn’t have been more helpful. A fantastic place to stay"
Australia
Shamaram
The price is RM278
RM320 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Waitomo Lodge
A two-story house with a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery and a gravel driveway.

7. 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 RM259
RM298 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Glowworm Motel
A rustic stone archway framing a lush garden with a sunset view.

8. Palm Court Motel

Palm Court Motel
3.5 star property
Otorohanga
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (157 reviews)
"The stay was great"
Australia
Sajan
The price is RM323
RM372 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Palm Court Motel
A well-maintained lawn with a stone pathway leading to a building.

9. Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery

Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery
3.0 star property
Piopio
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (227 reviews)
"Big plus, there is a bar and eatery associated with the motel and the food was excellent. The room was a bit small for two people but it was clean. The night was really quiet and you get a good night sleep. Staff was quite nice. Would book it again when in the area."
Canada
Alexandra
The price is RM202
RM232 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery
A swimming pool with a curved glass enclosure, a man kneeling by the pool, and a blue sky visible through the structure.

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 RM264
RM303 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Otorohanga Kiwi Holiday Park
A bedroom with a wooden headboard, two pillows with a deer print, a bedside table, a nightstand, and a white shelf with items.

11. Alexandra Hotel

Alexandra Hotel
3.5 star property
Pirongia
The price is RM235
RM270 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Alexandra Hotel
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a pebble border. There are lounge chairs and a small table near the pool.

12. 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 RM322
RM370 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Otorohanga & Waitomo Motels
A serene garden with a pond, a wooden bridge, and various plants.

13. Somersal Bed & Breakfast

Somersal Bed & Breakfast
4.0 star property
Pirongia
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (68 reviews)
"Beautiful surroundings, spacious and clean room, great staff, really tasty breakfast included, would highly recommend "
United Kingdom
kay
The price is RM379
RM436 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Somersal Bed & Breakfast
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

14. Matariki Motor Lodge

Matariki Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Te Awamutu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (77 reviews)
"Lovely stay with spacious clean rooms, resident dogs for guests to enjoy, and convenient location "
United States
Damon
The price is RM372
RM436 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Matariki Motor Lodge
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Top Waitomo Caves Hotel Reviews

Waitomo Lodge

Waitomo Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Rooms were well maintained and very clean. The lady at reception couldn’t have been more helpful. A fantastic place to stay"
Shamaram 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Waitomo Lodge

Find out more about Waitomo Caves

Waitomo Caves Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,007
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
RM227
Highest Price
RM502

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Waitomo Caves?
By choosing a hostel, you can spend less on lodging and set aside more of your money for sightseeing during your holiday. 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 different forms, but all of them have a few qualities in common, including low prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).
What are the best hostels in Waitomo Caves?
While you're deciding on a place to stay, have a look at this top Waitomo Caves hostel: YHA Waitomo, Juno Hall - Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. You'll find showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Waitomo Caves?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 10°C. Average annual precipitation for Waitomo Caves is 1260 mm.
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 such as Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Woodlyn Park and Caveworld. Visit landmarks such as 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 centre.

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