Caves Motor Inn

Property class: 3.5

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
A garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Caves Motor Inn. In addition to conference space, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
The current price is £59
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry room

Room options

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A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and cabinets. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.

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  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

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  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and cabinets. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Family Unit)

  • 323 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds

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A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a bedside lamp, and pillows.

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About the area

Hangatiki is home to Caves Motor Inn. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Huipūtea Reserve, while Te Kuiti Railway Station and Piopio Museum are cultural highlights. Visit our Hangatiki travel guide
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728 SH 3, Hangatiki Junction, Hangatiki, 3985

What's nearby

  • A starry night sky with scattered bright points of light.
    Waitomo Glowworm Caves
    12 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Ed Hillary Walkway
    7 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Te Kuititanga-O-Nga-Whakaaro
    7 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Big Shearer
    7 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Kiwi House Native Bird Park
    8 min drive - 7.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Waitomo Homestead
    19 min walk
  • The Thirsty Weta Bar & Eatery
    6 min drive
  • McDonald's
    7 min drive
  • Fat Kiwi Cafe
    6 min drive
  • Stoked Eatery
    9 min drive

About this property

Caves Motor Inn

  • Motel near Waitomo Glowworm Caves
  • Consider a stay at Caves Motor Inn and take advantage of a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. Free WiFi in public areas and conference space are available to all guests.
  • Other perks at this motel include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), 1 meeting room and luggage storage
    • A banquet hall, smoke-free property and a billiards/pool table
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Showers and free toiletries
    • Fridges, cookware/dishes/utensils and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 1-device limit

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 20.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Caves Motor Inn

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 6:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Guests arriving outside of regular check-in hours can use the exterior telephone for check-in assistance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately NZD 20.5 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Free WiFi in public areas has a 1-device limit

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Caves Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Caves Motor Inn?

As of 29 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Caves Motor Inn on 30 Sept 2026 start from £59, including 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.

How much is parking at Caves Motor Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Caves Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Caves Motor Inn?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Caves Motor Inn located?

Situated in Hangatiki, this motel is within 6 miles (10 km) of Opapake Pa, Jim Barker Memorial Playground and Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre. Caveworld and Huipūtea Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Caves Motor Inn Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 230 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 106 out of 230 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 230 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 230 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 230 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
We only spent one night got in late and left early Check in was in the bar/restaurant area and the staff were friendly Room was spacious a little dated but was clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and facilities provided good. Good value for the price we paid. The staff team and owner were really friendly and made us feel welcome. Need a car to get to the caves, but these were then quite accessible. Generally all good, and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Balcony view was beautiful Lovely clean room and staff had turned on heater and electric blanket so walked into cosy room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Previous guest bar of soap in shower. Long hair in the sink. Did staff clean the bathroom? Pillows were flat.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Basic but clean but lacking things - like empty shower soap dispenser etc. Very noisy highway with no noise or temperature dampening in the building.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, delicious dinner and great value breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to put your head down😀 just a little noisy at about 4am when train comes through or trucks start their day
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a massive pot hole on driveway
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property needs a lot of maintenance, especially the driveway and parking areas. Huge potholes. It is not good for older people to have to walk up and down steep steps to be admitted and get a key.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The accommodation was basic but clean. The staff were very friendly. Unfortunately the bed was extremely uncomfortable and our room was right on the main road. They provide earplugs for the room which was a red flag!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent views and convenient and comfortable stay before the Waitomo Caves
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

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

Would stay again

Great place to stay, friendly staff & comfortable rooms. Great to have restaurant facility. Meals were yum ! Our room was a little noisy being road front but earplugs were supplied & it didn't impact my sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner have maintained property really well. however, its close to highway and night can be noisy to some ppl.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service

Needs TLC

Great location for an overnight stop. Convenient parking right in front of the unit. Has view of the main road, with ear plugs provided. Tiny bedroom with saggy bed propped by a piece of wood sheet underneath. Plenty of blanket/duvet provided. Bottom sheet has little holes on the side. Windows can be opened if too hot indoors. There's a little desk top fan provided. Weird half-size sink with tap that produced hot water when turned to the right and cold water when turned to the left (normally it's the other way around!). Had to use a mug to pour water into the kettle as it was impossible to fill it straight from the tap. Shower pressure was excellent at night. In the morning the pressure was very weak - we wondered if it was because next door neighbours had super long shower, could hear them showering for the whole hour if not more! Paper thin walls - could hear neighbours using the bathroom and TV. Plates and cuttleries weren't clean, had to re-wash them before using. Dishwashing liquid sachets were old, sticky and gross (see photo). Room looked recently painted, would be a better place had the overall cleanliness been much better. Overpriced compared to other accommodations in the area that we've stayed at in the past.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was great, owners were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Easy access to cave and attentive helpful friendly manager. Super noisy road first night with trucks going by and no earplugs, room was road facing. Second night quieter. The room however was clean tidy and comfortable and had a lovely country view.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Das Motel lebt nur von den Tagestouristen die zu den Glow Worm Caves wollen. Einrichtung schon in die Jahre gekommen. Frühstück wird nur optional angeboten und ist leider nicht empfehlenswert. Wird am Vortag nur in den Kühlschrank gestellt. Zimmer riechen alt und modrig. Im Schrank war noch Kleidung vom letzten Gast. Parkplatz war reichlich vorhanden. Warmwasser funktioniert nicht.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little spot right near the glow worm caves... Very nice room with one full wall of windows leading to a cozy balcony... Clean, bright, and very comfortable... Friendly staff and easy check in... Nice on-site restaurant... It is directly off the highway, so it's a bit noisy, but not terrible, just cars whooshing by frequently...
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great value and comfy with an old touch.

Was only for one night as I visited the Caves. I was given a mountain view room with a balcony which was nice. I ate in the restaurant and the food was lovely. The room was perfect, great hot water and pressure in the shower. If you are facing the road, you may experience traffic noise, but there are earplugs in your room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was ideal for a 1 night stop over whilst travelling around NZ. Friendly staff that were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I have to say a huge thank you to the hosts for accommodating our late check in/ last minute booking and coming down since my phone did not have a signal by the door. The property was a little older but clean and tidy! A nice warm place to spend the night as you travel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and newly fitted Comfy bed Speedy check in despite late arrival Earplugs excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Service and location
Stayed 1 night in May 2024