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Glowworm Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Hangatiki with free parking

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The beautiful garden at Glowworm Motel creates a tranquil retreat for guests seeking relaxation. Visitors can cool off in the seasonal outdoor pool, handle laundry needs on-site, connect using the in-room WiFi, and park their vehicles at no extra cost.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

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Studio, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchenette | Microwave, electric kettle, toaster

Studio, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Apartment, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Cottage, 3 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio

Cottage, 3 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed and 5 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
1 Waitomo Caves Road, Hangatiki, 3977

What's nearby

  • Altura Gardens & Wildlife Park - 8 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Caveworld - 8 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 9 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Woodlyn Park - 9 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Aranui Cave - 11 min drive - 7.6 miles

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fat Kiwi Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wheels Roadhouse Cafeteria, Te Kuiti - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stoked Eatery - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Glowworm Motel

Motel near Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Glowworm Motel provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills, smoke-free premises, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Microwaves, toasters, and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from November 01 to March 31

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Glowworm Motel Hangatiki
Glowworm Motel
Glowworm Hangatiki

Frequently asked questions

Does Glowworm Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Glowworm Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Glowworm Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Glowworm Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Glowworm Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Glowworm Motel located?

Situated in Hangatiki, this motel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Opapake Pa, Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre, and Jim Barker Memorial Playground. Caveworld and Huipūtea Reserve are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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