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Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka

3 out of 5
Hotel Access Rd. Waitomo Caves
$66 nightly
The price is $76 total per night from Nov 5 to Nov 6
$76 total
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Waitomo Caves. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Caveworld ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (289 reviews)
"On peut aller aux grottes en marchant. Nous avions le #40 et c'est bien."

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2026

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka
Waitomo Lodge

Waitomo Lodge

2 out of 5
62 Te Kumi Rd Te Kuiti Waikato
$72 nightly
The price is $83 total per night from Nov 13 to Nov 14
$83 total
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Te Kuiti. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (300 reviews)
"Staff was accommodating with our luggage storage. The location is good for the caves but it is noisy as it is along the highway. Seems to be used by workers overnighting for working in the area."

Reviewed on Oct 24, 2026

Waitomo Lodge
Waitanic Ship Captains Unit waitomo woodlyn park

Waitanic Ship Captains Unit waitomo woodlyn park

Waitomo Waikato
$156 nightly
The price is $176 total per night from Oct 31 to Nov 1
$176 total
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this houseboat in Waitomo Caves. Enjoy patios. Popular attractions Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Woodlyn Park are located nearby.
6.8/10 (5 reviews)
"It was definitely a unique stay. Just keep in mind that the deeper in the ship you go, the colder it gets. However, the duvet and blankets they provide are plenty warm, and there are extra heaters provided, plus some electric blankets I think. People complained about the diesel smell, while present, ..."

Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026

Waitanic Ship Captains Unit waitomo woodlyn park
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Woodlyn Park

Woodlyn Park

3.5 out of 5
1177 Waitomo Valley Road Waitomo Caves Waikato
Stay at this aparthotel in Waitomo Caves. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Woodlyn Park ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (266 reviews)
"Very cool place!"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026

Woodlyn Park
Waitanic Ship Captains Unit waitomo woodlyn park

Waitanic Ship Captains Unit waitomo woodlyn park

Waitomo Waikato
Stay at this houseboat in Waitomo Caves. Enjoy patios. Popular attractions Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Woodlyn Park are located nearby.
6.8/10 (5 reviews)
"It was definitely a unique stay. Just keep in mind that the deeper in the ship you go, the colder it gets. However, the duvet and blankets they provide are plenty warm, and there are extra heaters provided, plus some electric blankets I think. People complained about the diesel smell, while present, ..."

Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026

Waitanic Ship Captains Unit waitomo woodlyn park
Waitomo Woodlyn Park Hobbit Guest House

Waitomo Woodlyn Park Hobbit Guest House

Waitomo Waikato
Stay at this vacation home in Waitomo Caves. Enjoy cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Woodlyn Park are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (22 reviews)
"cute place. was able to check in at 12 which was really handy. good communication from host. easy. quiet place. pretty area. our son enjoyed the novelty factor. comfy queen bed. had tea coffee milk provided which was welcomed :). shower had very good pressure. very good for the price!"

Reviewed on Sep 6, 2026

Waitomo Woodlyn Park Hobbit Guest House
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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Te Mapara?
The best time to visit Te Mapara is from November through March, when the climate is generally most pleasant. For fewer crowds and better value, the cooler months of June through August are a good option, offering a more relaxed experience.
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