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Waitomo Lodge

2.0 star property
Motel in Te Kuiti with free parking

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Located near Waitomo, this lodge combines modern amenities with personalized service. The helpful staff consistently earns praise from previous guests, while practical features like in-room WiFi and laundry facilities make longer stays particularly convenient.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
Stovetop
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Business Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Toaster
Satellite channels
Netflix
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Studio | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Toaster
Satellite channels
Netflix
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Elite Studio | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Elite Studio

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Toaster
Satellite channels
Netflix
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Studio | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Toaster
Satellite channels
Netflix
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Toaster
Satellite channels
Netflix
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Toaster
Satellite channels
Netflix
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Toaster
Satellite channels
Netflix
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
62 Te Kumi Rd, Te Kuiti, Waikato, 3910

What's nearby

  • Big Shearer - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Te Kuititanga-O-Nga-Whakaaro - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 13 min drive - 13.4 miles
  • Woodlyn Park - 14 min drive - 13.4 miles
  • Aranui Cave - 16 min drive - 14.9 miles

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Roselands Farm and Garden Restaurant - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Bosco Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Waitomo Homestead - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Big Apple - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stoked Eatery - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Waitomo Lodge

Property highlights
Waitomo Lodge provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Waitomo Lodge include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Toasters and irons/ironing boards
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily 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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
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
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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Waitomo Lodge Motel
Waitomo Lodge Te Kuiti
Waitomo Lodge Motel Te Kuiti

Frequently asked questions

Is Waitomo Lodge 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 Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waitomo Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waitomo Lodge located?

Situated in Te Kuiti, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Big Shearer and Te Kuititanga-O-Nga-Whakaaro. Opapake Pa and Jim Barker Memorial Playground are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Waitomo Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 223 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 223 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 223 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 223 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 223 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good spacious room, clean, convenient
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Margarita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place to stay while visiting the glowworm caves. Nothing fancy but clean, spacious rooms. The front desk attendant was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and the staff were very helpful! Convenient location for our needs. Cozy room but plenty of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was quite spacious with a kitchenette and all the amenities. The view and porch was lovely. The reception was quick and friendly. I highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff & warm, spacious room for a quick overnight sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was pleasantly surprised by this place. Rooms were a great size, very clean and offered all the facilities we needed for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean just a basic room we were happy with it. We only stayed 1 night. The front desk person was very nice and helpful. She let us know if we were going to eat out to do so before 8pm as everything closes by then.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

NICOLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Easy communication for a late check in. Quiet tidy accommodation. We only stayed the one night as a stop over on the way to New Plymouth.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay. Nice and tidy. Beautiful beds to sleep on
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

O Cheung Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is very spacious, clean, well equipped and the parking was easy. The place is well located in town so it's hard to miss, and many eating options nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hospitality, large rooms, close to facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was a real gem! Sweet, clean motel - quite adorable really. Comfortable beds, great amenities. I only wish the weather was better to access the lovely little balcony by the river!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent overall stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Surya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location , near to the Caves. Nice place to stay for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean open spaced rooms friendly helpful staff with good communication 👏 We were just passing thu to Auckland and wanted to break up the trip this was perfect for us to stop at 😃
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy, convenient, bed was super comfy and room felt cosy and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice place to stay. Large rooms and very quiet. The only slight problem is that the shower doesn't have a shower curtain and there is no soap holder.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pearl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great reception lady and kindess
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely homely little lodge. Perfect stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel was in close proximity to a spot we were going to.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

J C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Really wonderful place to stay. Big comfortable room with great facilities. Would definitely stay again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerrard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great place to stay, very clean and tidy and a hospitable person at reception.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous place to stay. Room was large with huge bed and living area. Big well equipped bathroom. Short drive to town for some dinner. Staff were extremely friendly and a pleasure to deal with. Great spot to stay when heading out to see the glow worm caves.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kavita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, convenient location, easy parking, very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
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