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Palm Court Motel

3.5 star property
Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Waitomo Glowworm Caves

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils
Children's area
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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182 Maniapoto St, Otorohanga, Waikato, 3900
  • Place, Jim Barker Memorial Playground
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ed Hillary Walkway
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Kiwi House Native Bird Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Studio | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Superior Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Apartment | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Superior Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 3 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Superior Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Otorohanga

Palm Court Motel places you 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Waitomo Glowworm Caves. This 12-room, 3.5-star motel has in-room conveniences like refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles.
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What's nearby

  • Jim Barker Memorial Playground - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Huipūtea Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ed Hillary Walkway - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Kiwi House Native Bird Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 16 min drive - 11.8 miles

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fat Kiwi Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ronnies Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Waitomo Homestead - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Palm Court Motel

Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Palm Court Motel features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff can help with tours or tickets, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can enjoy flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 25.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Palm Court Motel Otorohanga
Palm Court Otorohanga
Palm Court Motel Motel
Palm Court Motel Otorohanga
Palm Court Motel Motel Otorohanga

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Palm Court Motel?

Palm Court Motel provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around Palm Court Motel?

This motel in Otorohanga is within a 10-minute walk of Jim Barker Memorial Playground and Huipūtea Reserve. You'll also find Kiwi House Native Bird Park and Ed Hillary Walkway less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Palm Court Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Palm Court Motel include a casino on the premises?

No, Palm Court Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Palm Court Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Palm Court Motel good for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a garden plus some guestrooms include soaking tubs and kitchens.

Does Palm Court Motel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Palm Court Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Palm Court Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Palm Court Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Palm Court Motel.

Are there connecting rooms at Palm Court Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Palm Court Motel?

The closest major airport to Palm Court Motel is Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.), which is 29.9 mi away (40 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Palm Court Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Palm Court Motel.

Palm Court Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 114 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was just a one night stopover after Hobbiton and Waitomo Caves tours. Numerous restaurants within 5 minute walk. I caught the Northern Explorer to Wellington
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner is wonderful, the room was roomy, clean and inviting. Great service and very thoughtful advice regarding places to eat and places to see on our trip.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner was friendly and helpful. Rooms ample and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Carol, Baton Rouge

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well run motel. Good parking. Nice unit with functional kitchen and excellent, spacious bathroom. Very convenient to Waitomo Caves and Kiwi House. Could walk into town for meals.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Louis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Whilst perfectly serviceable and undeniably a pleasant motel, I was a bit disappointed by some of the obvious lack of maintenance in the room. Shower was very outdated, the bathroom floor linoleum floor very slippery, paint in several areas of the bathroom was peeling or damaged, and the bathroom fixtures (heater, towel rail etc) were extremely dated or worn out. Perhaps most bizzare of all was the fact that the room (located upstairs) shook and rattled like a gentle earthquake whenever trucks would pass on the road. Again, perfectly serviceable lodging for a one night stay, the staff were lovely and the bed comfortable, walking distance to shops and eateries. If I had paid less for the room, I'd have far less complaints but at $180 a night it did not quite live up to my expectations. Hopefully the owners will consider updating some of their facilities in future.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a good hotel with nice walking access to town. The rooms are large and well laid out. The hotel is near the road so sound can be an issue.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hamish

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

Wonderful amazing Motel close to everything!

Palm Court Motel in Otorohanga is a hidden gem, offering exceptional hospitality and spotless accommodations. The operator’s warmth and attention to detail made our stay truly special. Rooms were immaculately clean, well-appointed, and perfect for our family of four. Its prime location—just minutes from the Kiwi House and glow worm caves—made exploring effortless. Convenience, comfort, and genuine care define this motel, making it an outstanding choice for families or travellers seeking a welcoming retreat. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

10/10 Excellent

Tracy, FORT LUPTON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The host was very nice and helpful. The room was super clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Zach

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neat, tidy and reasonably priced....
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iskender

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

Great value

Late check in was arranged for us. Clean and comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yisong

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The manager is super friendly and gives great recommendations to local attractions. Nice location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yatish Kanyalal

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained motel with humble host.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great property, nice and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a simple motel it is clean and quiet, not trying to be fancy, certainly fits the bill for what they advertise. Would stay there again with no hesitation, would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rohit

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the second time we stayed in Palm Court. And as usual, the stay was nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay after the Waitomo cave tour, very near to town. Upstairs vroom that was light big and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent value for money

It’s a typical NZ motel - perfect for a short stay whilst travelling around this amazing country. The owner was incredibly helpful and informative on arrival which ensured we made the most do our first day in the area. Close the caves at Waitamo but it’s also worth going to the Kiwi Sanctuary- some great work being done to protect them. The motel room has all the facilities you need you need and is great value in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

CM

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garth, Berwick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow we were very impressed with this motel. Very spacious room which appeared to be recently renovated. I was greeted by a lovely gentleman at check-in who was friendly and helpful in recommending local places to eat. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

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