Te Kuititanga-O-Nga-Whakaaro - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Big Shearer - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Altura Gardens & Wildlife Park - 16 min drive - 12.9 miles
Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 17 min drive - 13.4 miles
Woodlyn Park - 17 min drive - 13.4 miles
Getting around
Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 52 min drive
Restaurants
Roselands Farm & Garden Restaurant - 20 min drive
Waitomo Homestead - 8 min drive
Waitomo General Store - 13 min drive
Bosco Cafe - 1 min walk
Huhu Cafe - 13 min drive
About this property
Waitomo Lodge Motel
Motel near Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Located close to Woodlyn Park, Waitomo Lodge Motel provides laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self parking
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), barbecue grills, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
Heating and fans
Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
30-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves
Languages
English
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
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Food and drink
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 12 to 24 for adults and NZD 12 to 24 for children
Family friendly
Crib (surcharge)
In-room kitchenette
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
In a regional park
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
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
More
1 building
1 floor
Built in 2008
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Crib (surcharge)
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Partially-open bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
30-inch LCD TV with premium channels
Food and drink
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
Tea bags/instant coffee
Toaster
More
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Fan
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Thursday (7:30 AM - 8:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per stay
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 12 to 24 for adults, and NZD 12 to 24 for children
Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per stay
Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
National rating
For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.
Property is also known as
Waitomo Lodge Motel
Waitomo Lodge Motel Te Kuiti
Waitomo Lodge Motel Motel
Waitomo Lodge Motel Te Kuiti
Waitomo Lodge Motel Motel Te Kuiti
Frequently asked questions
Is Waitomo Lodge Motel pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Waitomo Lodge Motel?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Waitomo Lodge Motel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Waitomo Lodge Motel?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Where is Waitomo Lodge Motel located?
Situated in a regional park, this motel is 11 mi (17.8 km) from Waitomo Glowworm Caves and 11.3 mi (18.1 km) from Woodlyn Park.
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Waitomo Lodge Motel Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 164 out of 381 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 157 out of 381 reviews
8 - Good
157
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 381 reviews
6 - Okay
49
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 381 reviews
4 - Poor
7
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 381 reviews
2 - Terrible
4
9.0/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10
Wonderful eco friendly motel exceptionally clean.
M E
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
4/10
The room (unit 14) was as described but quite frankly was not clean. There were a large swarm of ants crawling over the bedside table on the second night. There were a myriad of dead fly's and other creatures in the light fitting and an enormous stain on the carpet in the room.
Not really a place we would ever want to visit again.
Terence
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
8/10
Handy location, the room is spacious, although some of appliances are not working properly.
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in May 2020
10/10
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
10/10
We loved our stay, the room was spacious and clean. A nice quiet location and friendly staff made it feel like home. Thank you
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
8/10
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
10/10
Very comfortable large room, good bed and good bathroom.
Peter H D
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
6/10
There was nothing unique about the property. It was over priced for what it was and for the facilities. I must say the toilet paper was probably the worst I have ever struck obviously the cheapest on the market. Cleaning could do with a shake up as well as cobwebs on light fittings and windows and dusting and vacuuming behind side tables has not been attempted for a considerable time. The old now not in use blind fittings could be removed now as they are not in use
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
8/10
A NICE TIDY PLACE TO SLEEP
good value
ian
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
8/10
Perto das cavernas, muito bem localizado na estrada. Também perto de supermercado e restaurantes.
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
8/10
Good
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
8/10
Clean basic rooms with easy check in and check out. Super friendly staff.
Dave
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
10/10
Close to town, aitomo and brooks park across the road an extra special farm experience.
Anastasia
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
10/10
We really liked the property manager as she responded cheerfully to all our requests. Also it was one of the few motels in the area with air conditioning. The location was convenient to all of our activities. The only issue we had was the numbers on the parking spots were faded and hard to see which led to some confusion on where to park. Someone parked in our spot and we had to ask them to move.
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
10/10
The unit was very comfortable, and served our purpose.
Salisi
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
8/10
My room booking was mucked up completely as I paid for a Spa room but got a River side, the web page had muddled up Room and payment so had to pay extra to get the room I asked for, Lucky there was a room available.
Mauritz
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
8/10
Teresa
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
10/10
Thomas
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
6/10
Room was fine and spacious however being right on a major roadway was a drawback with lots of truck noise.
Dean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
8/10
Comfortable room and friendly service. A bit noisy with the trucks going past.
William
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
10/10
Brider
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
8/10
Unser Zimmer hatte eine kleine terasse, auf der man nett sitzen und eine Glas Wein trinken konnte
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
10/10
An absolutely wonderful stay. Room size was huge, guest book was a win. Loved that it had some everyday Te Reo, how to pronounce and use. Had other 'kiwi specific' language too. Timber used in construction of room was named , a beautiful touch. Attention to detail unsurpassed.
Road noise is not unbearable nor the trains but if you require absolute silence to sleep you may struggle. Grounds were impeccable.
Anita
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
10/10
The room was very nice with a couch and tv in the lounge and one in the bedroom. Lots of Sky channels. Opposite a good cafe.
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
10/10
A very interesting place to stay. My wife and I really loved it. I wish we had stayed another night.