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title: "Waitomo Caves Hotel, Waitomo: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Waitomo Caves Hotel in Waitomo: rated 7.2 by guests, 3-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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Hotel · ★★★
# Waitomo Caves Hotel

Waitomo Caves, Waitomo, New Zealand

7.2 ·  Good 273 reviews ·  #2 #2 of 2 in Waitomo ·  2.0 Location score
## About Waitomo Caves Hotel

Waitomo Caves Hotel is a hotel in Waitomo Caves, Waitomo, New Zealand. It holds a 3-star rating. Guests rate it 7.2 out of 10 across 273 reviews. Facilities include free parking. It is 1.5 km from the centre of Waitomo. The nearest airport, Hamilton International Airport (HLZ), is 49 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 23

- **Opened:** 1908

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 0

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## How Waitomo Caves Hotel scores

Better rated than 0% of hotels in Waitomo

-   Guest rating **7.2**
-   Location **2.0**

Waitomo average

## Amenities

### Pool & wellness

-   Hot tub

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast

### Leisure

-   Terrace

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Balcony
-   Coffee or tea maker

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **2.0**/10

- **Walk grade:** **0**/100 Car recommended

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **0**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **0**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Hamilton International Airport (HLZ)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">49 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">111 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Waitomo</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.5 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">24 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Waitomo Caves Museum and Discovery Centre1.3 km

## Waitomo Caves Hotel: in detail

Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. The hotel offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. Reception services featuring luggage storage are available to cater to your requirements. Securing top-notch tickets and reserving prime dining spots become effortless through assistance from the hotel's tours. Repeatedly enjoy your best-loved attire with the aid of the laundry service available at Waitomo Caves Hotel. Need some relaxation? Your room features daily housekeeping to make your stay even more comfortable and enjoyable. The hotel is completely smoke-free. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. At Waitomo Caves Hotel, a selection of rooms can be found that showcase unique design elements such as a balcony or terrace. Expand your in-room entertainment choices with various amenities, such as television offered in certain accommodations. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator and a coffee or tea maker. Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer and toiletries available in select guest restrooms. Each morning at Waitomo Caves Hotel, a scrumptious, homemade breakfast kick-starts the day. During your visit, indulge in a range of delightful culinary choices at hotel to enhance your experience. Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at Waitomo Caves Hotel. Treat and spoil yourself by taking a trip to hot tub.

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## Questions about Waitomo Caves Hotel

### How do guests rate Waitomo Caves Hotel?

Waitomo Caves Hotel has a guest rating of 7.2 out of 10 from 273 reviews, which is better than 0% of rated hotels in Waitomo.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Waitomo Caves Hotel?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Does Waitomo Caves Hotel include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Is there parking at Waitomo Caves Hotel?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Waitomo Caves Hotel from the airport?

The nearest airport, Hamilton International Airport (HLZ), is 49 km away in a straight line.

### How many rooms does Waitomo Caves Hotel have?

Waitomo Caves Hotel has 23 rooms.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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