Piopio

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On the long drive between the Coromandel and New Plymouth I saw a sign for "Hobbit filming location" in Piopio. Swinging a right off the main road, 15km later through the most beautiful farmland and some gravel roads and I arrive at Hairy Feet Waitomo, a farm where the troll scenes from the Hobbit were shot. Getting to explore the farm with Suzy the owner was an incredible experience, not to mention seeing the exact spots where scenes were filmed. So glad I followed my instincts and turned right!
On the long drive between the Coromandel and New Plymouth I saw a sign for "Hobbit filming location" in Piopio. Swinging a right off the main road, 15km later through the most beautiful farmland and some gravel roads and I arrive at Hairy Feet Waitomo, a farm where the troll scenes from the Hobbit were shot. Getting to explore the farm with Suzy the owner was an incredible experience, not to mention seeing the exact spots where scenes were filmed. So glad I followed my instincts and turned right!
Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery

Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery

3 out of 5
12 Ruru Street Piopio Waikato
The price is ￥10,018 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
￥10,018
￥11,520 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Piopio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews.
8.8/10 Excellent! (207 reviews)
Yes and good staff

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery
Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka

3 out of 5
Hotel Access Rd. Waitomo Caves
The price is ￥7,540 per night from Mar 20 to Mar 21
￥7,540
￥8,752 total
Mar 20 - Mar 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Waitomo Caves. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Caveworld ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (236 reviews)
Rooms were clean and presentable. Staff accomodated with a very late checkin and early breakfast requirements. Only negative, not enough parking for number of units on site. Overall will definetely come again

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka
Waitomo Lodge

Waitomo Lodge

2 out of 5
62 Te Kumi Rd Te Kuiti Waikato
The price is ￥14,333 per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
￥14,333
￥16,483 total
Mar 10 - Mar 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Te Kuiti. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (253 reviews)
It was quick and great service with a very clean room and nice amenities.

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

Waitomo Lodge
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Woodlyn Park

Woodlyn Park

3.5 out of 5
1177 Waitomo Valley Road Waitomo Caves Waikato
Stay at this aparthotel in Waitomo Caves. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Woodlyn Park ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (259 reviews)
Great design need a bit updating.

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

Woodlyn Park
Effort Unit Waitanic Park Waitomo Woodlyn Park

Effort Unit Waitanic Park Waitomo Woodlyn Park

Waitomo Waikato
Stay at this houseboat in Waitomo Caves. Enjoy a picnic area. Popular attractions Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Woodlyn Park are located nearby.
6/10 (2 reviews)
The room felt damp and smelt musky. The property required maintenance and updating. Fun for little kids. Power point for tv a worry, with cords not safely plugged in

Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025

Effort Unit Waitanic Park Waitomo Woodlyn Park
MOKAU 'Number One'<br>Bach situated 5 minutes drive from Mokau<br>1 Briscoe st Awakino

MOKAU 'Number One'<br>Bach situated 5 minutes drive from Mokau<br>1 Briscoe st Awakino

Awakino Waikato
Stay at this vacation home in Awakino. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and in-room fireplaces. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (148 reviews)
Ideal place to stay while visiting Mokau. Jenny was a great host. Warm and family friendly home with everything you need. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

MOKAU 'Number One'<br>Bach situated 5 minutes drive from Mokau<br>1 Briscoe st Awakino
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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