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Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Waitomo Caves, 9-minute walk to Waitomo Glowworm Caves

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Double Room (Room 8) | Balcony
Double or Twin Room 3 | View from room
Breakfast area
Double Room - No In-Room Wi-Fi (Room 6) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Front of property
Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge, near the famous glowworm caves, offers practical amenities like laundry facilities and luggage storage for easier exploration. The helpful staff enhances the experience at this garden property, allowing visitors to unwind after cave adventures.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is ￥12,170
￥14,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30

Room options

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Double or Twin Room 1 | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double or Twin Room 1

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room - Room 2 | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Room - Room 2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Double or Twin Room 3 | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double or Twin Room 3

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double or Twin Room 4 | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double or Twin Room 4

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room (Room 5) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Twin Room (Room 5)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room - No In-Room Wi-Fi (Room 6) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Room - No In-Room Wi-Fi (Room 6)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room - Room 7 | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Room - Room 7

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Double Room (Room 8) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Room (Room 8)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hair dryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
3943, Waitomo Caves, 7 Waitomo Village Road

What's nearby

  • Caveworld - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Woodlyn Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Altura Gardens & Wildlife Park - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Aranui Cave - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wheels Roadhouse Cafeteria, Te Kuiti - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Stoked Eatery - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Roselands Farm and Garden Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bosco Café - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Big Apple - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

Guesthouse near Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Located close to Caveworld and Woodlyn Park, Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge provides a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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The price is ￥11,563
￥13,297 total
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8 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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative Antigen COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 2 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 2 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 2 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Caves Guest Lodge
Waitomo Caves Guest
Caves Guest
Waitomo Caves Guest Hotel
Waitomo Caves Waitomo Caves
Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge Guesthouse
Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge Waitomo Caves
Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge Guesthouse Waitomo Caves

Frequently asked questions

Is Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?

As of Oct 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge on Nov 29, 2025 start from ￥12,170, 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 at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge located?

Situated in Waitomo Caves, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Caveworld and Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Woodlyn Park and Aranui Cave are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 344 out of 467 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 467 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 467 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 467 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 467 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Warm welcome as we got there later than planned. Had our meal & wine delivered to the room. Great service after a long drive
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lynn was a fantastic host and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners of the Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge were absolutely delightful. Richie gave us lots of great information about Waitomo and great tips to enjoy the area. We greatly enjoyed the hospitality and the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very tidy, and customer service was amazing. Very quite and close to nature feeling.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts, lovely accommodation with everything one needs.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was very comfortable and our room had a beautiful view.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

CARMEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming hosts with a clean and comfortable place, delicious breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fabiano

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great option for people who want to see the caves. Staff is very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners are so lovely and so helpful! We loved this small place! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chun Wai Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lyn and Richard are so nice and helpful. Good place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent host! Great vibe! Loved our experience!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim Ying

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close the scene Waitomo Cave. Owner also really friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alfa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hosts,very knowledgeable about the area. Room had everything required and was very clean. Very nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Professional, friendly and helpful owners of this property helped make our stay memorable. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Great breakfast too. Hope to return someday.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lynn was absolutely a doll. Very informative and pleasant. A sweet and private lodge, accomodations were👍. I would book again!! TY, Lynn for making our stay wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

KAREN

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

Loved it!

We loved our stay here! It was simple, clean and inviting. It was in a great location. If given the chance to return, we would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sung Jin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for our engagement and Lynn was very kind and welcoming. She even upgraded our room to make sure our stay was the best experience possible. Look forward to visiting in future!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aliyse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really informative of the area and things to do, had the manus of all the places to eat. Extremely friendly and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Derrickchan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angus

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good view from #3
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are individual lodges. Ours was quite small but fine for one night. Lynette was very friendly and helpful, offering suggestions for dinner and other things to do. There were lots of small touches that we appreciated, and a lovely continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

james

Clean room. Breakfast is coming up. Great location in the middle of the sites.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay at the Waitomo Lodge. Lynn greated me with a great spirit and was very welcoming. My room was tidy and comfortable. Tea kettle and an assortment of teas in your room. A/C and heater both worked well. Breakfast in the morning was just what i neexex to start my day. Good string coffee, soft warm croissants and yogurt with fruit and granola. Dinner at Tomos was fantastic. Thank you Lynn for the recommendations. I had a solid nights sleep and a great visit to the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly owners. Helpful with sightseeing. Parking was down a small hill but safe. The room was comfortable. The bathroom was complete with shower but very small. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024