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Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka

3.0 star property
Experience the tranquility of this peaceful retreat with convenient services like express check-in.

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Near Caveworld and Opapake Pa, Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka invites you to unwind in a tranquil setting. Connect to WiFi, take advantage of free self parking and bicycle tour information for nearby exploration. The property also offers express check-in and check-out for convenience.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Loft Chalet

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Twin Single Ensuite Chalet

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Queen Ensuite Chalet

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Kitchenette Chalet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Loft Chalet

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Waitomo Caves, Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka is in a rural area and on the boardwalk/promenade. Opapake Pa and Ed Hillary Walkway are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Caveworld and Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Don't miss out on a visit to Kiwi House Native Bird Park. Rafting and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Waitomo Caves travel guide
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Hotel Access Rd., Waitomo Caves, 3977

What's nearby

  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves
    Waitomo Glowworm Caves
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Caveworld
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Woodlyn Park
    19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Altura Gardens & Wildlife Park
    1 min drive - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Waitomo Homestead
    8 min drive
  • Stoked Eatery
    16 min drive
  • Golden Lantern Takeaways
    16 min drive
  • Huhu Cafe
    5 min walk
  • Waitomo General Store
    3 min walk

About this property

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka

Hotel near Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Located close to Caveworld and Opapake Pa, Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Bicycle tour information, a banquet hall, and luggage storage
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 20 for adults and NZD 20 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the boardwalk/promenade

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 20.00 for adults and NZD 20.00 for children

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Alcohol is not served at this property

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Kiwi Paka Waitomo Hostel
Kiwi Paka Hostel
Kiwi Paka Waitomo
Kiwi Paka
Kiwi Paka Waitomo
Waitomo Village Chalets
Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka Hotel
Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka Waitomo Caves
Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka Hotel Waitomo Caves

Frequently asked questions

Is Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka located?

Situated on the boardwalk/promenade, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Caveworld and Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Opapake Pa and Aranui Cave are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 262 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 262 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 262 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 262 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 262 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location with great food options nearby. The chalet was just as described and was a perfect spot for our family of four. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Jade

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and the location was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of parking, lovely peaceful setting and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family of four had a great one night stay in a chalet. While the living area was cosy, it had everything we needed. It's located in a great spot not far from the caves and close to an excellent restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

trina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to glowworm caves ! Great staff !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness
Very basic room, was clean and staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Suzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely clean room, comfy bed, great shower pressure and super friendly staff. Perfect stay :)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

hone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff, everything clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were extremely friendly and informative. Our chalets were clean and comfortable as well as convenient to the caves.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly staff and experience
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good rooms, clean and tidy. Comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great for the area. Simple yet comfortable. Great staff there.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pub next door was very convenient for evening meal and reasonably priced. Patio of chalet was a pleasant way to spend an hour or so in the evening
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff friendly and helpful. Location is great for Gloworm activities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

hone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Helpful staff, tidy clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent place to stay next to the glow worm cave. Quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were extremely accomodating and friendly Room was warm and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cool place to stay, had everything we needed for a family. Will stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Waitomo Caves and Tomo's restaurant which was a great feed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Max

great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room with a comfortable bed. Nice balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay near Waitomo Caves - within walking distance. Friendly staff and comfortable cabin.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gustaf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very good location, close to glowworms and also restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was such a a nice place to stay! The location was great within walking distance of everything. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025