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Our top choices for Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre hotels

A modern house with a covered porch, a number '9' sign, and a small outdoor seating area with chairs and a table.

A swimming pool with a brick border, surrounded by white chairs and a fenced playground area.

A single-story, white building with a covered porch and a small front yard.

A wooden swing set with tire swings in a park area with a gravel ground, surrounded by greenery and a pathway.

1. Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park

0.1 km from Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre

Australia

Rochelle

￥10,617

￥12,242 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A wooden deck with tables and chairs, a red building with windows, and a wooden fence.

A red building with a white roof, surrounded by trees and a paved path.

A cozy room with a sofa, chairs, a small table, and a window with a view of trees.

A spacious room with a curved reception desk, multiple tables and chairs, and an exit door.

2. Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka

0.1 km from Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre

Australia

Lynette

￥7,394

￥8,568 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A rustic building with a red roof, a wooden pergola, and a gravel pathway leading to the entrance.

A Hobbiton-themed park with a pond, trees, and a building with round windows.

A bedroom with a large bed, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

A room with large windows offering a view of a forested area.

3. Woodlyn Park

1.2 km from Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre

United States

Binglin

￥18,873

￥21,704 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A wooden table set outdoors with chairs, potted plants, and a bottle of wine.

A bedroom with a large bed, a chandelier, a dresser, a TV, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

A large house with a spacious garden, a greenhouse, and a driveway.

A view from a covered area with a stone pathway leading to a rural landscape.

4. Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B

7.7 km from Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre

United States

Petal

￥9,087

￥10,602 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck with a wooden railing.

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, wooden paneling on the walls, a nightstand with a phone, and a window with curtains.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a wooden shelf above holding dishes and a kettle.

Two blue armchairs with patterned cushions, a small wall-mounted light, and a wooden table in a room with beige walls.

5. Waitomo Lodge

8.2 km from Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre

Australia

Shamaram

￥12,304

￥14,150 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A swimming pool with a curved glass enclosure, a man kneeling by the pool, and a blue sky visible through the structure.

A reception area with a sign, a building with a green roof, and a pathway leading to the building.

A compact kitchen with a central island, a microwave, a toaster, and a refrigerator.

A playground with a trampoline and a swing set, surrounded by green grass and trees.

6. Otorohanga Kiwi Holiday Park

12.2 km from Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre

New Zealand

Timothy

￥9,655

￥11,196 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre

Property	Star rating	Guest rating	Breakfast included	Pool	Spa	Pet friendly	WiFi included
Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park	9.2 Wonderful 326 reviews	View
Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka	8.8 Excellent 285 reviews	View
Woodlyn Park	8.4 Very good 266 reviews	View
Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B	9.2 Wonderful 451 reviews	View
Waitomo Lodge	9.0 Wonderful 299 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre

A modern house with a covered porch, a number '9' sign, and a small outdoor seating area with chairs and a table.

A swimming pool with a brick border, surrounded by white chairs and a fenced playground area.

A single-story, white building with a covered porch and a small front yard.

A wooden swing set with tire swings in a park area with a gravel ground, surrounded by greenery and a pathway.

Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park

Waitomo Caves

￥10,617

￥12,242 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A rustic building with a red roof, a wooden pergola, and a gravel pathway leading to the entrance.

A Hobbiton-themed park with a pond, trees, and a building with round windows.

A bedroom with a large bed, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

A room with large windows offering a view of a forested area.

Woodlyn Park

Waitomo Caves

￥18,873

￥21,704 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A Hobbiton-themed park with a Hobbiton house, a pond, and a grassy hill with trees.

A building with circular windows and a gravel pathway.

A dining area with a round wooden table and four chairs, a chandelier, and a television on a stand.

A room with bunk beds, a wooden wardrobe, and a ceiling light.

Waitomo Woodlyn Park Hobbit Guest House

Waitomo

￥22,329

￥28,537 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A two-story house with a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery and a gravel driveway.

A hotel room with a checkered bedspread, a chair, and a view of a fenced garden through a sliding glass door.

A small, single-story building with a covered porch, a sliding glass door, and a small patio area with a table and chairs.

Glowworm Motel

Hangatiki

￥9,390

￥10,905 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern house with a patio, a covered seating area, and a view of the surrounding hills.

A modern interior with a sofa, chairs, a dining table, and a ceiling fan.

A bunk bed with a patterned bedspread and pillows, a window with a view of a landscape and a rainbow, and a wooden floor.

A compact bathroom with a white sink, a toilet, and a mirror.

Sunrise, 2 Bed W/outdoor Bath

Hangatiki

￥18,757

￥24,429 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck with a wooden railing.

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, wooden paneling on the walls, a nightstand with a phone, and a window with curtains.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a wooden shelf above holding dishes and a kettle.

Two blue armchairs with patterned cushions, a small wall-mounted light, and a wooden table in a room with beige walls.

Waitomo Lodge

Te Kuiti

￥12,304

￥14,150 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern building with a patio area featuring a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of a hillside.

A bottle of wine and a glass on a table with a view of a landscape.

A bunk bed with a patterned bedspread and pillows, a window with a view of a landscape and a rainbow, and a wooden floor.

A compact bathroom with a white sink, a toilet, and a mirror.

Sunset, 2 Bed W/outdoor Bath

Hangatiki

￥18,851

￥24,551 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A wooden table set outdoors with chairs, potted plants, and a bottle of wine.

A bedroom with a large bed, a chandelier, a dresser, a TV, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

A large house with a spacious garden, a greenhouse, and a driveway.

A view from a covered area with a stone pathway leading to a rural landscape.

Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B

Otorohanga

￥9,087

￥10,602 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

Top Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre Hotel Reviews

Waitomo Lodge

Waitomo Lodge

8/10 Good

"El hotel es muy lindo"

Palm Court Motel

Palm Court Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly & convenient"

Te Tiro Accommodation

Te Tiro Accommodation

10/10 Excellent

"The views are absolutely incredible! Angus was a lovely host, and we had the best time with the tour he suggested. My daughter and I loved seeing the glow worms in the grotto on the property! Fantastic time there!"

Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B

Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B

10/10 Excellent

"Small and cozy place. Very helpful staffs who went out of their way to help!"

Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff, convenient yet charming location."

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka

8/10 Good

"Friendly staff, perfect location for waitomo area and very comfy beds!!!"

Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park

Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park

8/10 Good

"Convenient stress free stay"

Waitomo Woodlyn Park Hobbit Guest House

Waitomo Woodlyn Park Hobbit Guest House

8/10 Good

"cute place. was able to check in at 12 which was really handy. good communication from host. easy. quiet place. pretty area. our son enjoyed the novelty factor. comfy queen bed. had tea coffee milk provided which was welcomed :). shower had very good pressure. very good for the price!"

Glowworm Motel

Glowworm Motel

8/10 Good

"i liked that it was close to where i wanted to go, basic but nice"

Other attractions near Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre

Waitomo Glowworm Caves

9.6/10 (358 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Waitomo Glowworm Caves during your travels in Waitomo Caves. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Caveworld

9.2/10 (19 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Caveworld during your travels in Waitomo Caves. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Woodlyn Park

8.4/10 (30 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Woodlyn Park, a lovely green space in Waitomo Caves. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Opapake Pa

6.8/10 (3 reviews)

Find out about the history of Waitomo Caves when you take a trip to Opapake Pa. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Aranui Cave

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Aranui Cave during your travels in Waitomo Caves. Visit the spas in this quaint area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Aranui Cave

9.4/10 (54 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Aranui Cave, a lovely green space in Waitomo Caves. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Ruakuri Cave

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ruakuri Cave during your travels in Waitomo Caves. Visit the spas in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Te Kuititanga-O-Nga-Whakaaro

8.0/10 (5 reviews)

Find out about the history of Te Kuiti when you spend time at Te Kuititanga-O-Nga-Whakaaro. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre?

Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre is located in Waitomo Caves. Travelers like this welcoming area for its restaurants and historic landmarks. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 11 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre?

Adjacent to Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre, Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking. Other good options within a short distance include Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge and Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre?

Expedia has 11 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre?

For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Woodlyn Park and Aranui Cave. Surround yourself with nature at Caveworld, Waitomo Glowworm Caves, and Aranui Cave. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you might plan a visit to Opapake Pa and Ruakuri Cave.