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Cheap hotel

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Featuring garden views, Natthakan Heights offers accommodation with a garden, barbecue facilities and a shared lounge, around 16 km from Waitomo Glow Worm Caves.

Misty Valley Hilltop Farmstay

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Set in Otorohanga and only 7.7 km from Waitomo Glow Worm Caves, Misty Valley Hilltop Farmstay offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Caves Motor Inn

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0

Very good - What previous guests thought, 415 reviews

Caves Motor Inn is in a prime location for overnight stays when travelling or stay a few nights when visiting the Waitomo, Te Kuiti, Otorohanga, Waikato areas.

From US$78.84 per night

Waitomo Golfstays B&B

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 338 reviews

Located within 11 km of Waitomo Glow Worm Caves in Otorohanga, Waitomo Golfstays B&B offers accommodation with seating area.

From US$84.47 per night

B&B at whitbourne

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews

Located in Otorohanga and only 11 km from Waitomo Glow Worm Caves, B&B at whitbourne provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features garden views.

From US$84.47 per night

Hunts Farm - Te Kūiti

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Hunts Farm - Te Kūiti is situated in Te Kuiti. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

Motel Te Kuiti

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7

Good - What previous guests thought, 600 reviews

Set in Te Kuiti, 19 km from Waitomo Glow Worm Caves, Motel Te Kuiti offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$89.54 per night

Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5

Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,152 reviews

Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge is located in the centre of Waitomo Caves Village.

Best hotels with breakfast in Waitomo Caves and nearby

Aranui Farmstay

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 298 reviews

Situated in Waitomo Caves in the Waikato region, Aranui Farmstay has a garden. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

Abseil Inn

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 287 reviews

Located in Waitomo Caves, 1.1 km from Waitomo Glow Worm Caves, Abseil Inn provides accommodation with barbecue facilities, free private parking and a shared lounge.

Te Tiro Accommodation

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 478 reviews

Boasting a garden, Te Tiro Accommodation is set in Waitomo Caves in the Waikato region, 9.2 km from Waitomo Glow Worm Caves. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

The Loft at Te Kumi Tirohanga

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews

Boasting river views, The Loft at Te Kumi Tirohanga provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 17 km from Waitomo Glow Worm Caves.

Nadarra Hideaway

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 368 reviews

Set just 7.4 km from Waitomo Glow Worm Caves, Nadarra Hideaway offers accommodation in Otorohanga with access to barbecue facilities, a shared lounge, as well as a shared kitchen.

From US$112.63 per night

Waitomo Farmstay - Fantail Cabin 6

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8

Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Waitomo Farmstay - Fantail Cabin 6 is situated in Waitomo Caves. Featuring free private parking, the campground is 7.9 km from Waitomo Glow Worm Caves.

Crinkly Cottage

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews

Located in Te Kuiti, within 10 km of Waitomo Glow Worm Caves, Crinkly Cottage offers accommodation with air conditioning. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$104.18 per night

Waitomo Golf Ridge

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

Set 11 km from Waitomo Glow Worm Caves, Waitomo Golf Ridge is in Waitomo Caves and features a garden and barbecue facilities.

Hotels located in the centre of Waitomo Caves

Waitomo Farmstay - Cabin 3 and 4

Central location

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6

Good - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews

Waitomo Farmstay - Cabin 3 and 4 is situated in Waitomo Caves and offers a garden, barbecue facilities and a shared lounge.

From US$38.01 per night

What guests said about Waitomo Caves:

Our tour of the Ruakura cave was great.

Our tour of the Ruakura cave was great. Our tour guide held the kids' attention the entire way and answered all of their questions. The caves are amazing to see and this walking tour is just the right length, even for young kids. Don't forget to book ahead and take a warm top as it is quite chilly down there.

Guest review by

Evan Pedlar

New Zealand

My first trip was 45 years ago.

My first trip was 45 years ago. In comparison back then there was no boat ride. So that was a nice way of finishing the tour. It was summer back then so there were more glow worms. So best time would be in the warmer months. We’re allowed to take photos at the very end only. Would have been nice to have been able to take a few of the caves itself without a flash as memorabilia. Also with groups going through close together it was hard to hear what our guide was saying over other guide’s voices. “Cup of tea” (John) was an excellent guide and very humorous and knowledgeable.

Guest review by

Luisa

Australia

We booked an excursion with The Legendary Black Water...

We booked an excursion with The Legendary Black Water Rafting Experience Waitomo Caves and it was amazing! Our guides, Garret & Alicia, were fun, helpful, informative, and made sure were were safe in the cave & the water; this is is a must do! They take pictures for you because it would be impossible to float in a tube & take pictures yourself.

Guest review by

JLTruchard

United States

Our tour of the caves with a local guide was great.

Our tour of the caves with a local guide was great. It made all the difference that it was a local Māori guide telling us the historical story of the caves and those that first offered it for viewing. Our guide was funny and informative. The walkways were well lit and we felt safe the whole way round. Our grandchildren 11yrs and 8yrs loved the boat trip in the dark and were mesmerised by all the glow-worms.

Guest review by

Joanne

New Zealand

On this trip we went with Spellbound Cave Explorer.

On this trip we went with Spellbound Cave Explorer. Went to two caves the first, after a short walkthrough bush we entered the cave and then got into a rubber raft where we were pulled along the underground stream , looking up at the ceiling it was covered with glow-worms. Very pretty & fascinating. After a coffee break we went into the second cave where we saw lots of stalagmites and stalactites and even the bones of an ancient extinct bird, the Moa. The guide was very knowledgeable and told us how the rock formations were formed. An excellent tour.

Guest review by

Judith

Australia

Stunning stalactites and stalagmite formations. A huge cave.

Stunning stalactites and stalagmite formations. A huge cave. The tour guide was well spoken and clear and sung beautifully to demonstrate the acoustics. Very clean and spacious walking areas, well supported stairs. Much bigger than imagined. The glow worms were so pretty it was like a stary night sky in the outback. Priceless experience.

Guest review by

Lindamoran99

Australia

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Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5

Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,152 reviews

My son and I were in room 3, which was very comfortable with amazing views of the surrounding countryside. My friend was in room 8, which opened onto a peaceful deck with lovely views. We enjoyed our breakfast on this deck. Kanal and Manci are extremely friendly and welcoming! Kanal also gave us some great tips on local sites to visit, including some free sites that we weren't aware of and very much enjoyed. We will definitely be back!

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Johnston

New Zealand

Aranui Farmstay

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 298 reviews

Everything! From the decoration, to the facilities, to all the information provided and the love from Eeyore! 🫏❤️ Bed was very comfortable and so were the pillows! Robert was very polite and gave us some good tips and recommendations that we took and are very grateful for!! The breakfast provided was great too! So much attention to detail! 🥰

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Sofia

Australia

Abseil Inn

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 287 reviews

Very nice location, convenient to do any possible activities around Waitomo Caves. Breakfast was excellent! Helen and John are very friendly. Due to our late arrival even adjusted the check in times for us. Thanks & highly appreciated!! We love it!!

Guest review by

Manica

Slovenia

Waitomo Village Chalets home of Kiwipaka

From US$63.07 per night

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1

Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,007 reviews

Very close to Waitomo Caves, so it was super convenient. We arrived late, so we didn't get to really experience the whole hotel area except sleep. The basics are met here.

Guest review by

Chiang

New Zealand

Te Tiro Accommodation