Waitomo Lodge

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Te Kuiti motel

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Deluxe Studio | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV, Netflix
Terrace/patio
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Business Room | Private kitchen | Electric kettle, toaster
Superior Studio | Private kitchen | Electric kettle, toaster

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
62 Te Kumi Rd, Te Kuiti, Waikato, 3910
  • Te Kuititanga-O-Nga-Whakaaro
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Big Shearer
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

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

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Studio

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Elite Studio | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Elite Studio

  • 269 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Studio

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Room

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

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Premier Studio | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premier Studio

  • 269 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Studio | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio

  • 269 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Business Room

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

About the neighborhood

Te Kuiti

In Te Kuiti .You'll find Te Kuititanga-O-Nga-Whakaaro and Big Shearer within 2 miles (3 km) of this motel. Opapake Pa and Caveworld are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Te Kuititanga-O-Nga-Whakaaro - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Big Shearer - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 17 min drive - 13.4 miles
  • Woodlyn Park - 17 min drive - 13.4 miles
  • Aranui Cave - 20 min drive - 14.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Roselands Farm & Garden Restaurant - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Waitomo Homestead - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Waitomo General Store - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bosco Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Huhu Cafe - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Waitomo Lodge

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Te Kuiti motel
Waitomo Lodge offers its guests laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Te Kuiti motel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
Waitomo Lodge offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with irons/ironing boards. 50-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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.

  • 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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Waitomo Lodge Motel
Waitomo Lodge Te Kuiti
Waitomo Lodge Motel Te Kuiti

Frequently asked questions

How close is Waitomo Lodge to the airport?

Waitomo Lodge is 40.6 mi (52-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 Waitomo Lodge?

As of Jun 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waitomo Lodge on Jun 10, 2025 start from $86.36, 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 Waitomo Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Waitomo Lodge.

Does Waitomo Lodge offer free breakfast?

Waitomo Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waitomo Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Waitomo Lodge?

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

Is there free parking at Waitomo Lodge?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Waitomo Lodge have a pool?

Waitomo Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Waitomo Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Waitomo Lodge to downtown Te Kuiti?

Waitomo Lodge is 0.9 mi away from Te Kuiti.

Waitomo Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 198 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dylan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great new Manager from Korea,very helpfull and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Collum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

YOKO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Alycia

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean open spaced rooms friendly helpful staff with good communication 👏 We were just passing thu to Auckland and wanted to break up the trip this was perfect for us to stop at 😃
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Gale

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It just felt very institutional, especially the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Pleasantly surprised

I was a bit leery about booking this lodge since i dont usually stay at motels. I booked it because there weren't many options available in waitomo and from what was available, this place had the best rating and looked ok. Thankfully, I was pleasantly surprised once we checked in. The room was spacious, very clean, had a kitchenette, good size fridge, lots of toiletries. We were able to use the laundry room ($4 NZD per machine). Check in was easy. Very friendly and helpful front desk staff. Assigned parking right in front of the room too. Only stayed 1 night but i would say this place is a very good option for anyone looking to stay a while in Waitomo.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room and comfortable beds but unfortunately too noisy at night due to freight trains and traffic.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Daniela.

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walls were thin, if you’re a light sleeper that might be a problem with the noise from the road. Otherwise was clean and we enjoyed our stay.

8/10 Good

Grant

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ishan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room size is good. Ambience is good. Location is good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very dated. Right on the highway.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay at the lodge. Only needs a shower caddy for soaps etc… other than that it was great! Thank you for a lovely service. Room 4 😊
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sheryll

Traveled with partner
The room was spacious and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monty

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

Quick overnighter

We got in late so reception was closed but key was left for us to get into room. Very nice comfortable room, perfect for our overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to the village but very noisy due to SH3 and rail line went on all night
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ursula

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

Will stay again!

Overnight stay. Late arrival, early departure. Served my purpose of a comfortable sleep during my journey. Second time I have stopped here,
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Claude, Klamath Falls

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a rental car so this property made a good lodging option for the Waitomo Caves area, which is about a 15-minute drive. The "river" deck (I think we rented a "premium king") is a deck with not much river. The room was clean and had housekeeping. It was equipped with dishes and utensils. There is a coffee cafe right across the street. 4 minutes to the main drag with a number of food options. Driving tip: Take the time to get off the highway and experience the countryside roads.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Rob

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice little spot just out of town. Theres a park over the road where you can walk up the overlooking hill for great views all around, a nice cafe too. Trucks make a lot of noise and shake the property as the go past very very regularly day and night and theres the occasional train ttoo. If you can live with that, its a nice spot. Stayed there twice now. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyla

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Manager was wonderful. We arrived early than expected and she let us check in early and was so friendly. The room was super clean amd cozy, the deck had a wonderful view. would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing large units
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

K

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy, convenient, bed was super comfy and room felt cosy and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

CORBIN, DALLAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The young lady at the front desk was so cordial and most helpful. The rooms are cleaned very well, and as much as I travel I know what cleaned well is. Highly recommend this location if you’re traveling through beautiful New Zealand.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025