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Palm Court Motel

3.5 star property
A peaceful retreat near Waitomo Glowworm Caves where nature surrounds guests and staff members are ready to assist with local exploration

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Palm Court Motel provides a quiet escape just minutes from the famous caves. Travelers can unwind in the garden between adventures and use the in-room WiFi to plan their next day's activities. Many visitors mention how the attentive staff enhances their experience.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ￥12,356
￥14,318 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16

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Highlights

Air conditioning
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Kitchenette
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Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

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Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
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Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

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Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 3 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Studio Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Otorohanga is home to Palm Court Motel. Shoppers can check out Hamilton Centre Place, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Lake Karapiro. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at FMG Stadium Waikato. Visit our Otorohanga travel guide
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3900, Waikato, Otorohanga, 182 Maniapoto St

What's nearby

  • Take a trip with Black Water Rafting Co. as you tube down rivers in the pitch black, jump off waterfalls and see the stars, or the glowworms indigenous to this region.
    Waitomo Glowworm Caves
    14 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Jim Barker Memorial Playground
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Huipūtea Reserve
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ed Hillary Walkway
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kiwi House Native Bird Park
    16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    2 min walk
  • Waitomo Homestead
    5 min drive
  • Fat Kiwi Cafe
    4 min walk
  • Ronnies Cafe
    6 min walk
  • Subway
    3 min walk

About this property

Palm Court Motel

Motel near Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Palm Court Motel provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Palm Court Motel boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 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 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Palm Court Motel Otorohanga
Palm Court Otorohanga
Palm Court Motel Motel
Palm Court Motel Otorohanga
Palm Court Motel Motel Otorohanga

Frequently asked questions

Is Palm Court Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Palm Court Motel?

As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palm Court Motel on Mar 15, 2026 start from ￥12,356, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Palm Court Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Palm Court Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Palm Court Motel located?

Situated in Otorohanga, this motel is 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Waitomo Glowworm Caves.

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Reviews

Palm Court Motel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 133 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 133 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 133 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff good, accommodation clean if a little dated, nice outdoor space which was welcome. God facilities and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Byron

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful. It had everything we needed. It was a bit small for our group of 6 but we made it work.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy, room was comfy and roomy. Could walk to stores if needed. Staff was very friendly and I would definitely stay here if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Huge light filled room convenient to restaurants and supermarket. Room was a bit noisy at night because next to highway, but we just turned on a fan in the room which was enough white noise to drown out the trucks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean rooms and helpful staff. Microwave didn’t work, aside from that all good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Dee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was very clean, nice off street parking, noise was mediocre from traffic. Overall a decent room!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. I personally found the mattress way too firm, and recommended a memory foam topper.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner is wonderful, the room was roomy, clean and inviting. Great service and very thoughtful advice regarding places to eat and places to see on our trip.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was just a one night stopover after Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves tours. Numerous restaurants within 5 minute walk. I caught the Northern Explorer to Wellington
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner was friendly and helpful. Rooms ample and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yisong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The manager is super friendly and gives great recommendations to local attractions. Nice location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Amenities
The location was great, friendly at check in, nice to have a two bdrm, and there were nice touches with the towels, but the apartment was super perfumed, fortunately there were fans provided which helped a little, but the perfume was pretty strong and persisted through the night. There was mold in the bathroom. The refrigerator is a small hotel unit that did not freeze our ice packs.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The host was very nice and helpful. The room was super clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well run motel. Good parking. Nice unit with functional kitchen and excellent, spacious bathroom. Very convenient to Waitomo Caves and Kiwi House. Could walk into town for meals.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable beds and pillows and really nice bathroom. Very clean and great kitchenette.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a good hotel with nice walking access to town. The rooms are large and well laid out. The hotel is near the road so sound can be an issue.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow we were very impressed with this motel. Very spacious room which appeared to be recently renovated. I was greeted by a lovely gentleman at check-in who was friendly and helpful in recommending local places to eat. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stop over on the way to Hobbiton or when traveling. Only stayed one night but the room was clean and had everything we needed for our family. Right off of the road and near grocery and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iskender

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

Great value

Late check in was arranged for us. Clean and comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hamish

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

Wonderful amazing Motel close to everything!

Palm Court Motel in Otorohanga is a hidden gem, offering exceptional hospitality and spotless accommodations. The operator’s warmth and attention to detail made our stay truly special. Rooms were immaculately clean, well-appointed, and perfect for our family of four. Its prime location—just minutes from the Kiwi House and glow worm caves—made exploring effortless. Convenience, comfort, and genuine care define this motel, making it an outstanding choice for families or travellers seeking a welcoming retreat. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was very friendly, room was nice and we had a lot of options within walking distance. Would have loved a washing facility but staff did tell us of a laundromat just down the road.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent value for money

It’s a typical NZ motel - perfect for a short stay whilst travelling around this amazing country. The owner was incredibly helpful and informative on arrival which ensured we made the most do our first day in the area. Close the caves at Waitamo but it’s also worth going to the Kiwi Sanctuary- some great work being done to protect them. The motel room has all the facilities you need you need and is great value in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Stacie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
For the area and the price, this property was good. It was very clean and came as promised. Shower was a bit wonky to turn on and towels were rather thin. Definitely the least nice of the 4 similar places we stayed in across the North Island but great location and much less costly than 2 of them.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Whilst perfectly serviceable and undeniably a pleasant motel, I was a bit disappointed by some of the obvious lack of maintenance in the room. Shower was very outdated, the bathroom floor linoleum floor very slippery, paint in several areas of the bathroom was peeling or damaged, and the bathroom fixtures (heater, towel rail etc) were extremely dated or worn out. Perhaps most bizzare of all was the fact that the room (located upstairs) shook and rattled like a gentle earthquake whenever trucks would pass on the road. Again, perfectly serviceable lodging for a one night stay, the staff were lovely and the bed comfortable, walking distance to shops and eateries. If I had paid less for the room, I'd have far less complaints but at $180 a night it did not quite live up to my expectations. Hopefully the owners will consider updating some of their facilities in future.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025