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Caves Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Enjoy the free parking at this 3.5-star Hangatiki motel

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Caves Motor Inn

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Exterior
Bed sheets
Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Bar (on property)

Overview of Caves Motor Inn

Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Check out the area

Map
728 SH 3, Hangatiki Junction, Hangatiki, 3985
  • Popular LocationCaveworld7 min drive
  • Popular LocationWaitomo Glowworm Caves8 min drive
  • Popular LocationWoodlyn Park8 min drive
  • AirportHamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)46 min drive

Room options

Comfort Studio, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Studio (Family King Studio)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Premium Studio (Studio Premium)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Economy Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Family Unit)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

King Studio

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Hangatiki

In Hangatiki .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this motel, you'll find Opapake Pa and Caveworld. Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Woodlyn Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Caveworld - 7 min drive
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 8 min drive
  • Kiwi House Native Bird Park - 8 min drive
  • Woodlyn Park - 8 min drive
  • Aranui Cave - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 6 min drive
  • Waitomo Homestead - 17 min walk
  • The Tandoor Tavern - 6 min drive
  • The Thirsty Weta - 6 min drive
  • Fat Kiwi Cafe - 6 min drive

About this property

Caves Motor Inn

Enjoy the free parking at this 3.5-star Hangatiki motel
Caves Motor Inn offers its guests a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and room service (during limited hours). WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Hangatiki motel is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Caves Motor Inn offers 17 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 1-device limit

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 20.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 6:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests arriving outside of regular check-in hours can use the exterior telephone for check-in assistance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 20.5 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Free WiFi in public areas has a 1-device limit.

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Caves Motor Inn Hangatiki
Caves Motor Hangatiki
Caves Motor
Caves Motor Inn Motel
Caves Motor Inn Hangatiki
Caves Motor Inn Motel Hangatiki

Frequently asked questions

How close is Caves Motor Inn to the airport?

Caves Motor Inn is 34.8 mi (46-min drive) away from the Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Caves Motor Inn?

As of Apr 28, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Caves Motor Inn on May 1, 2024 start from $71.49, 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.

Does Caves Motor Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Caves Motor Inn.

Does Caves Motor Inn offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Caves Motor Inn, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 20.5 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Caves Motor Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Caves Motor Inn?

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

Is there free parking at Caves Motor Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Caves Motor Inn have a pool?

Caves Motor Inn does not have a pool.

Does Caves Motor Inn have a restaurant?

Caves Motor Inn is home to Caves Motor Inn, which features international cuisine and light fare.

Does Caves Motor Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Caves Motor Inn to downtown Hangatiki?

Caves Motor Inn is 0.2 mi away from Hangatiki.

Caves Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 197 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 90 out of 197 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 197 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 197 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 197 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

guy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Te Awe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome kind helpful staff, scrumptious meals, separate toilet and shower, air con, comfortable beds, well supplied kitchenette, spacious, and loved our room was upgraded .. don't know why but we loved it and Tv that works. Proximity to local towns, really enjoyed the quiet so we could rest. Highly recommended. Cheers
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great overnight stop on the long road north
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Anna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Friendly staff offering an upgrade on our room. Restaurant on site, although not open the night we stayed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Peter, Ascot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Large room but older property - Room was clean. Bed large but a bit lumpy. Not suitable for light sleepers and road and rail noise could be heard but earplugs supplied
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was large and clean. A little noisy with large trucks rolling by all night. The dinner was delicious and the staff friendly. Close to the Glowworm caves
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Ivo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Affordable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina Te

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Warren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
it was ok served the purpose
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samip

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023