Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

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Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge
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Overview

Standing around a 5-minute walk from the world-famous Waitomo Glowworm Caves, the smoke-free Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge hotel enjoys a hillside location right in the centre of Waitomo Caves. Situated not far from the abandoned Opapake Pa, this 4-star bed & breakfast has 8 rooms with a beautiful view of the garden.

Location

Situated on gardens and a forest, the hotel is within easy reach of the Waitomo Caves. The Guest Lodge Waitomo Caves is 550 metres from Greatsights bus stop and 400 metres from the Glowworm cave tubing.

Staying at this accommodation, you'll be 70 km away from John C. Munro Hamilton International airport.

Rooms

All rooms have air conditioning, while some of them come with a patio and a balcony for guests' convenience. Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge hotel also offers beautiful bathrooms along with carpeted flooring. Private bathrooms include a separate toilet and a shower, as well as such comforts as hairdryers and bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

Waitomo General Store is nearly 5 minutes' walk away.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-20:00
from 07:00-10:00
Amenities
Public parking is possible at a location nearby for free.
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge serves a full breakfast for free. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:8
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Rooms and availability

Family Twin Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Heating
Twin Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds1 King-size bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Heating

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Outdoor dining area

Shuttle

Paid shuttle service

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Services

  • Paid shuttle service
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • Outdoor dining area

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room view

  • Garden view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Bedroom

  • Electric blankets

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

💵 Lowest room price 251 NZ$
📏 Distance to centre 200 m
✈️ Distance to airport 69.3 km
🧳 Nearest airport John C. Munro Hamilton International, HLZ

Location

Address
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7 Waitomo Village Road Waitomo Caves, Waitomo Caves, New Zealand, 3943
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7 Waitomo Village Road Waitomo Caves, Waitomo Caves, New Zealand, 3943
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
  • Hotels nearby
Cave
Waitomo Glowworm Caves
210 m
cnr Waitomo Caves Rd & Hotel Access Rd
Caveworld
250 m
Waitomo Caves
90 m
Cave
Footwhistle Glowworm Cave
220 m
21 Waitomo Village Rd
Waitomo Museum of Caves
130 m
Glowworm cave tubing
380 m
Restaurant
Huhu
110 m
Restaurant
Long Black Cafe
40 m
Restaurant
Curly's Bar
270 m
Restaurant
Morepork Pizzeria & Cafe
440 m

Reviews of Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

8.4 /10
Great
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  • W
    Walter
    United States
    left 7 reviews
    Wrote a review on 24 Nov
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service10.0
    Dining9.0
    10
    cozy room
    friendly hosts
    delicious breakfast
    noisy surroundings

    Duuude, the vibes were so chill! Our room was clean with, like, direct access to a balcony, how cool is that? Richy and Lyn were super friendly-gave us awesome tips for the glowworm walk! Breakfast was, like, totally delish too. Wish we could've stayed longer because it felt so cozy!

    Double Room - Room 8
  • S
    Sam
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 23 Nov
    Great
    8.0

    Neat rooms complete with hot water in the shower, the shower, private bathroom. The food is fabulous and fab. The setting is fantastic and stunning, right by back garden, and Ruakuri cave and Ruakuri natural tunnel.

  • D
    Donald
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 21 Nov
    Great
    8.4

    Amazingly friendly people.

    Lovely old accommodation with amazing setting next to tourist centre in Waitomo, and lovely gardens.

  • D
    David
    United States
    left 10 reviews
    Wrote a review on 04 Nov
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Dining10.0
    10
    comfy room
    good breakfast

    Extremely comfy room with very good facilities and a good breakfast that was a true highlight of our stay.

    Double Or Twin Room - Room 1
  • E
    Evelyn
    United States
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on 26 Oct
    Nice
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location7.0
    Rooms5.0
    Service8.0
    Dining6.0
    6.0
    friendly service
    musty smell
    spider infestation

    Lyn was very friendly, attentive and helpful.

    We encountered several issues . First, the laundry facilities were not user-friendly. We faced a long line and missed the cutoff time. The room had a slight musty smell upon arrival, which could have been addressed with better airing. Most concerning was the presence of numerous spiders.

    Double Or Twin Room - Room 4
  • S
    Scott
    United States
    left 10 reviews
    Wrote a review on 22 Oct
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Dining10.0
    10
    private bathroom
    good breakfast

    cozy, cozy, cozy

    I had the pleasure of staying in a family room that was super clean and cozy, with a private bathroom that ensured our privacy. The continental breakfast each morning was a good spread, with a variety of cereals, fresh croissants, and delicious jams to fuel our day of exploring. The hosts provided excellent local insights and were really good too.

    would recommend ❤️😊

    Family Room - Room 7
  • D
    Donald
    United States
    left 7 reviews
    Wrote a review on 14 Oct
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Dining10.0
    10
    friendly hosts

    It is a charming lodge with friendly hosts who provided excellent local insights and accommodating early arrivals, and spare towels were generous for our adventures.

    Double Or Twin Room - Room 1
  • W
    William
    United States
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 18 Jun
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service10.0
    Dining10.0
    10
    delicious breakfast
    spacious room
    dated interiors

    I had an really good stay with a warm, spacious room and enjoyed a delicious breakfast with fresh plunger coffee that was a highlight. the hotel could definitely use some updates around the interiors.

    Double Or Twin Room - Room 1
  • J
    James
    United States
    left 3 reviews
    Wrote a review on 14 Jun
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location10.0
    Rooms10.0
    Service10.0
    Dining10.0
    10
    good breakfast
    knowledgeable hosts
    accommodating service
    musty smell

    The hosts were accommodating and knowledgeable. The breakfast spread was a good surprise, with fresh options and great coffee.

    the room had a slight musty smell.

    Double Room - Room 6
  • W
    William
    United States
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 08 Jun
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service9.0
    Dining10.0
    8.0
    great food

    This was a well-suited match for a short weekend trip in Waitomo Caves with great value for money. The dining experience was amazing, especially with the superb food we had at the restaurant. Make sure to arrive early for breakfast, as it ends quite early.

    Double Or Twin Room - Room 4
  • S
    Sandra
    United States
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 30 May
    Nice
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service10.0
    Dining8.0
    6.0
    clean room
    cozy bed
    ample breakfast
    steep pathway
    small space

    Our Family Room was clean and comfy, perfect for our group. The bed was cozy, and it had a private bathroom, a big plus. We appreciated the ample space to move around, though it was a bit small overall. Breakfast options were plenty, just right to kick off our day. The only downside was the steep pathway to reach our room. It made lugging bags a bit tricky.

    Family Room - Room 7
  • H
    Hugh
    United States
    left 6 reviews
    Wrote a review on 18 Mar
    Perfect
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms9.0
    Service10.0
    Dining8.0
    9.0
    charming place
    fine views
    fantastic advice
    steep driveway

    The Guest Lodge is a charming place with cozy rooms and fine views of the surrounding countryside. Richy provided fantastic advice on local attractions and even lent us torches for a glowworm walk. The continental breakfast was a good spread, far exceeding expectations!

    Steep driveway.

    Double Room - Room 6
  • T
    Tony
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 22 Nov
    Great
    8.4

    The lodging is conveniently located just a short walk from a bus stop, offering a generous breakfast with delicious croissants and a beautiful view, and the staff is exceptionally helpful.

  • A
    Angus
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 22 Nov
    Perfect
    9.2

    Beautiful units set in a lovely garden 🌿. the accommodations are amazing and really stand out.

  • P
    Peter
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 21 Nov
    Great
    8.0

    The perfect location made it easy to explore the surrounding attractions effortlessly.

FAQ about Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at the Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge hotel?
Glowworm cave tubing is 400 meters from the Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge hotel, and Opapake Pa, which is a mere 1.5 km away.
What popular attractions are closest to the 4-star Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?
Guests of the 4-star Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge can visit Caveworld (only a 5-minute walk from the accommodation), or Waitomo Glowworm Caves placed 5 minutes' walk away.
Is airport shuttle provided by Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?
Shuttle is one of the services offered by Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge. Please inform the hotel staff about your estimated arrival time.
Can we park our car at the Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?
Yes, guests of the Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge can take advantage of in-house parking nearby.
What are our dining options during the stay at the bed & breakfast?
Unfortunately, the bed & breakfast does not have on-site dining options, but there is a variety of restaurants just outside the property - visit the highly rated bar Waitomo General Store-8/10 according to reviews-or Waitomo Glowworm Caves Cafe, which is popular for its New Zealand dishes and is placed around 5 minutes' walk away.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can check in from 14:00 to 21:30 and check out from 07:00.
How much does a room at the 4-star Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge hotel cost?
The price for a room in the 4-star Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge hotel starts at $172.
What payment methods are available in Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge hotel?
At Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge hotel, guests can pay using сash, Visa, and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.
What are the room types offered by the Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge hotel?
The Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge hotel provides such room types as Queen Room, Twin Room, and Double Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the bed & breakfast?
All rooms of the bed & breakfast are highly rated for comfort-9.2 according to guests' reviews-which is ensured by an air conditioner.
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