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Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

Property class: 3
3-star guest house near Caveworld

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A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a kitchen with cabinets and a refrigerator, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A cozy room with a beige sofa, a small round table, and a chair. There's a window with curtains, a framed photo on the wall, and an air conditioning unit above.
A wooden staircase surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants, leading to a building with a brick wall.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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7 Waitomo Village Road, Waitomo Caves, 3943
  • Place, Caveworld
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Waitomo Glowworm Caves
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Woodlyn Park
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a small round table, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Double or Twin Room 1

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 221 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a floral-patterned bedspread and a grey blanket, a wooden headboard, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a window with a view of greenery.

Family Room - Room 2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 221 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a view of a green landscape through the window.

Double or Twin Room 3

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 221 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with two beds, a window with curtains, an air conditioner, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Double or Twin Room 4

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 221 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with two beds, floral-patterned curtains, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

Twin Room (Room 5)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of greenery outside.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 177 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and an air conditioning unit.

Family Room - Room 7

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a brown leather chair, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Double Room (Room 8)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 195 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Waitomo Caves

In Waitomo Caves .Your stay at this Waitomo Caves guesthouse places you within a 10-minute walk of Caveworld and Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Woodlyn Park and Aranui Cave are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Caveworld - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Woodlyn Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Aranui Cave - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Golden Lantern Takeaways - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Stoked Eatery - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Waitomo Homestead - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Huhu Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Big Apple - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

3-star guest house near Caveworld
Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge offers its guests a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This 3-star Waitomo Caves guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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

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
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
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 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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide either a negative Antigen COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up, and the 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.

We should mention

  • Children 2 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

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

How close is Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge to the airport?

Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge is 40.9 mi (54-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 Caves Guest Lodge?

As of Aug 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge on Aug 30, 2026 start from $87, including 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 Caves Guest Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge.

Does Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge offer free breakfast?

Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

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

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

Is there free parking at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge have a pool?

Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge to downtown Waitomo Caves?

Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge is 0.2 mi away from Waitomo Caves.

Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 368 out of 501 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 501 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 501 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 501 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 501 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Karina

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Friendly staff, smooth check in/out, great location if you are looking at a place to stay close by the caves however, property is fairly old.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, clean room, and terrific family run B and B
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alivia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price, room was nice and breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy nature spot, great staff, great home cooked supper, clean, well equipped rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dana-Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
We LOVED our stay! We were offered dinner - a chicken and potato curry- which we took them up on. It was by far the best meal I’ve had in NZ- home cooked, tasty and so flavourful! We loved the garden area and the deck. It was one of our best stays. 100 percent recommended!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our check in was easy and only a short distance to our room. The amenities were great in our room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Khema

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located to restaurants and the museum. Very clean. The woman who works the inn is very kind and makes a lovely breakfast. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay after our caving adventure. Wonderful host and great breakfast included. Only bummer was the parking situation. If you have much luggage it’s a hassle to carry it up the stairs, and parking was a small distance from the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice family run place.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was exceptional, friendly, helpful, kind. The room was comfortable, provided the necessities. Breakfast was a nice addition.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place with a nice breakfast. The host gave great suggestions for bush walks to see glow worms and an awesome waterfall. The room was nice and we had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was sweet and the owners so nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great small lodge in Waitimo! Unbelievably friendly owner, a gem of a lady. Nice cabins, clean, comfortable, and with lots of windows for hot days. A great cold breakfast as well! Good value, highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For our needs hitting natural outdoor wonders of Waitomo was great. Host was great. Bed super comfy and rooms in great shape! Very relaxing night for us
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very attentive. Provided recommendations on what to see in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really friendly & very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Avril

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The management/staff are great. They offer a home cooked dinner, which is perfect after a day of hiking and exploring. Their breakfast was just right for me. Personally, I would have appreciated shampoo and conditioner in the room, and a quilt rather than a beds cover.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was clean. Staff were courteous. Breakfast was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay with great hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent bed and breakfast highly Recommend it Wonderful hosts
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cost wee stay close to food options and the centre of town
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was warm without touching the air conditioning. While the parking was not right by the unit it used, there was good parking. I had no trouble walking up the sloping driveway and the steps to access my accommodation. Others might find this a problem.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location for our Waitomo Adventures caving activity. The owners are super friendly and accomodating. Breakfast was provided - cereal, bread, yogurt, coffee, etc which was much appreciated for our early morning start. You can walk to a couple cafes as well.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice place to stay in Waitomo!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024