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Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka

3.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hotel in Waitomo Caves with free parking

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Hotel Access Rd., Waitomo Caves, 3977
  • Place, Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Caveworld
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Waitomo Glowworm Caves
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

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Loft Chalet

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Twin Single Ensuite Chalet

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Queen Ensuite Chalet

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Kitchenette Chalet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

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

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Basic Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Loft Chalet

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Waitomo Caves

Caveworld is within a 5-minute walk of Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka while other popular sites like Waitomo Glowworm Caves are within a 15-minute stroll. This 43-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free self parking, express check-in, and express check-out.

What's nearby

  • Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Caveworld - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Woodlyn Park - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Aranui Cave - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Waitomo Homestead - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Stoked Eatery - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Roselands Farm and Garden Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tiffanys - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Bosco Café - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka

Boardwalk/promenade hotel in Waitomo Caves with free parking
At Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. This hotel also has a banquet hall.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 20 for adults and NZD 20 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the boardwalk/promenade

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 20.00 for adults and NZD 20.00 for children

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, 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. 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, credit card, or debit 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 and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No alcohol is served at Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Kiwi Paka Waitomo Hostel
Kiwi Paka Hostel
Kiwi Paka Waitomo
Kiwi Paka
Kiwi Paka Waitomo
Waitomo Village Chalets
Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka Hotel
Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka Waitomo Caves
Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka Hotel Waitomo Caves

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka?

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see near Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka?

This hotel in Waitomo Caves is within a 10-minute walk of Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Caveworld. You'll also find Aranui Cave and Woodlyn Park within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka?

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

Does Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka feature a casino?

No, Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka.

Are there connecting rooms at Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka?

The closest major airport to Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka is Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.), which is about 29.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka?

No, at Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 221 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 221 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 221 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 221 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 221 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

shane

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean cosy rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ofer, Santa Monica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

doug

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ma Rhea

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good size Room for My Family Thank you 😊
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms and location but will not stay here again. We had a booking and never were told that they were going to be cutting down trees right outside our window during the whole time we were there. It was not safe, it was noisy and it was not nice having workers right outside our bedroom window. And they would not stop the work when we asked them to pause it until we left the next day. Not an ideal holiday situation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Abin

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice cottage style accommodation, great for waitomo visit
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent place to stay next to the glow worm cave. Quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to Waitomo caves. Barely any other guests because I came during the off season. They said checkout was at 10am but my bus to leave Waitomo didn’t come until 4 so the host let me stay in the room for an extra half day without any extra fees. Breakfast was good, good variety of stuff for the price. Great for solo travelers or families with kids. There’s a restaurant nearby that I went to for dinner, it was also great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff who explained attractions well. Warm, comfortable, clean and tidy in the twin room with ensuite.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremy peter james

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for visiting the caves. Cabins are well maintained as are the other facilities. Walkable to general store and up to the cave visitor centre. The gentleman on reception was exceptionally welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very good accomodation for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

GRACE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking and very close to all tourist attractions
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bettina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming, convenient and very good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible shower otherwise a nice place to stay. Easy to warm room. Friendly staff. Tomos a great place for a feed
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in a private room with a private bathroom and it was great - large room, hot water, clean! Kitchen was well equipped and very clean and tidy. Fairly basic property, rooms and amenities, but definitely contained everything that was described in the details! All staff were friendly and welcoming and I really enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyann

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bailey

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were extremely accomodating and friendly Room was warm and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A super clean tidy and perfectly adequate room. We are used to DOC huts tho so anything is luxury to us. Beds we clean and comfy. Room was warm with two heaters. Simple but perfect for our hiking stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We went to the cave and this was close place. Rooms were nice. We arrived late and had to go to town for food that was about 12 min away. While we were there we found this great handmade baggage store.. Awesome work and nice guy. Don't remember the name but it was next to the only gas station.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025