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Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Waitomo Caves, 9-minute walk to Waitomo Glowworm Caves

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Double Room (Room 8) | Balcony
Double or Twin Room 3 | View from room
Front of property
Breakfast area
Double Room - No In-Room Wi-Fi (Room 6) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

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
  • Airport, Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

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Double or Twin Room 1 | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double or Twin Room 1

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 221 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room - Room 2 | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Room - Room 2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 221 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Double or Twin Room 3 | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double or Twin Room 3

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 221 sq ft
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double or Twin Room 4 | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double or Twin Room 4

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

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Twin Room (Room 5) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Twin Room (Room 5)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room - No In-Room Wi-Fi (Room 6) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 177 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room - Room 7 | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Room - Room 7

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

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Double Room (Room 8) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Room (Room 8)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 195 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Waitomo Caves

Caveworld is within a 5-minute walk of Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge while other popular sites like Waitomo Glowworm Caves are within a 15-minute stroll. This 8-room, 3-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
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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 - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Roselands Farm and Garden Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bosco Café - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Waitomo Homestead - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Big Apple - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Stoked Eatery - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

Guesthouse in Waitomo Caves, 9-minute walk to Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge features free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include barbecue grills and a garden.
32-inch LCD TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Electric kettles are also standard.

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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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 2 and younger (only guests older than 2 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 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, 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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • 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 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • 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 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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

Is free cancellation available at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?

Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?

As of Nov 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge on Dec 1, 2025 start from $80.49, 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.

What is there to do around Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?

This guesthouse in Waitomo Caves is within a 10-minute walk of Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Caveworld. You'll also find Woodlyn Park and Opapake Pa less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?

No, this guesthouse doesn't offer parking.

Does Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge feature a casino on the premises?

No, Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a terrace plus some accommodations include separate bathtubs and showers and valley views.

Does Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge have a hot tub?

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

Does Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?

The closest major airport to Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge is Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.), which is about 29.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer a balcony where guests can enjoy valley or garden views.