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# Search Te Kuiti Motels
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## Our top choices for Te Kuiti motels

### [1\. Waitomo Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Kuiti-Hotels-Waitomo-Lodge.h72941486.Hotel-Information)

![A room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck with a wooden railing.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72950000/72941500/72941486/17635344.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

- Location: Te Kuiti
- Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 306 reviews)
- Price: £65, includes taxes & fees, 30 Nov - 1 Dec, for Our top choices for Te Kuiti motels
- Review: Very clean, helpful smiling staff, good wi fi, comfy beds, good view of foliage, by Paul

### [2\. Glowworm Motel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hangatiki-Hotels-Glowworm-Motel.h10118086.Hotel-Information)

![A swimming pool with people in the water and a table with an umbrella in the background.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10120000/10118100/10118086/554b055f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Hangatiki
- Guest rating: 8.4/10 (Very good, 156 reviews)
- Price: £54, includes taxes & fees, 14 Nov - 15 Nov, for Our top choices for Te Kuiti motels
- Review: Close to main road so occasional traffic noise. Otherwise everything was fine and the hostess was very helpful. Very convenient for the glowworm caves., by Stuart

### [3\. Palm Court Motel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Otorohanga-Hotels-Palm-Court-Motel.h34006550.Hotel-Information)

![A rustic stone archway framing a lush garden with a sunset view.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34010000/34006600/34006550/6b5fabed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Otorohanga
- Guest rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent, 159 reviews)
- Price: £68, includes taxes & fees, 19 Nov - 20 Nov, for Our top choices for Te Kuiti motels
- Review: Friendly & convenient, by Karen

### [4\. Otorohanga & Waitomo Motels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Otorohanga-Hotels-Otorohanga-Waitomo-Motels.h9628537.Hotel-Information)

![A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a pebble border. There are lounge chairs and a small table near the pool.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628600/9628537/078b5c80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Otorohanga
- Guest rating: 8/10 (Very good, 352 reviews)
- Price: £66, includes taxes & fees, 14 Dec - 15 Dec, for Our top choices for Te Kuiti motels
- Review: Nice place to stay, for me it was perfect for what I wanted for a night during my travels., by Cameron

### [5\. Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Piopio-Hotels-Owls-Nest-Motel.h6233319.Hotel-Information)

![A stone wall with a hedge in a well-maintained grassy area.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6240000/6233400/6233319/91b0c719.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Location: Piopio
- Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 227 reviews)
- Price: £47, includes taxes & fees, 7 Dec - 8 Dec, for Our top choices for Te Kuiti motels
- Review: The Fat Owl was comfortable for a night stay., by Christina

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## Learn more about Te Kuiti

Known as the 'Shearing Capital of the World,' Te Kuiti celebrates its sheep farming heritage with a giant shearer statue and the annual Great NZ Muster. Explore the nearby Waitomo Caves where you can witness thousands of glowworms illuminating limestone caverns during guided boat tours.

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## Top reviews in Te Kuiti

### [Glowworm Motel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hangatiki-Hotels-Glowworm-Motel.h10118086.Hotel-Information)

![A swimming pool with people in the water and a table with an umbrella in the background.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10120000/10118100/10118086/554b055f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Address: 1 Waitomo Caves Road, Hangatiki, 3977, NZ
- Location: Hangatiki
- Star rating: 2.5/5
- Guest rating: 8.4/10 (156 reviews)
- Review: The cabins are really nice...large and spacious and comfy and clean and well stocked. The owner is really friendly. The place is a bit difficult to find I have to say!, by Anonymous traveller, 12 April 2016, rated 10/10 Excellent

### [Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Piopio-Hotels-Owls-Nest-Motel.h6233319.Hotel-Information)

![A stone wall with a hedge in a well-maintained grassy area.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6240000/6233400/6233319/91b0c719.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Address: 12 Ruru Street, Piopio, Waikato, 3912, NZ
- Location: Piopio
- Star rating: 3/5
- Guest rating: 9/10 (227 reviews)
- Review: Really nice front of house staff. Clean rooms and a few good places to eat nearby, by Kenny, 23 June 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

### [Palm Court Motel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Otorohanga-Hotels-Palm-Court-Motel.h34006550.Hotel-Information)

![A rustic stone archway framing a lush garden with a sunset view.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34010000/34006600/34006550/6b5fabed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)
- Address: 182 Maniapoto St, Otorohanga, Waikato, 3900, NZ
- Location: Otorohanga
- Star rating: 4/5
- Guest rating: 8.8/10 (159 reviews)
- Review: Lovely place to stay after the Waitomo cave tour, very near to town. Upstairs vroom that was light big and spacious, by ian, 4 November 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What can I expect from a motel trip to Te Kuiti?

If you're not able to find a motel in Te Kuiti, allow Expedia help you find a motel or something similar from over 69 lodging options in the area. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.

### What's it like to stay in a motel?

Motels often have free parking, and many also include an outdoor pool. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. The term "motel" was invented in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel.

### What are the best motels in Te Kuiti?

[Waitomo Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Kuiti-Hotels-Waitomo-Lodge.h72941486.Hotel-Information): If driving, you'll be within 14 minutes of Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. [Waitomo Lodge Motel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Kuiti-Hotels-Waitomo-Lodge-Motel.h3967348.Hotel-Information): Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a kitchenette. You'll be located within 14 minutes of Waitomo Glowworm Caves by car. [Motel Te Kuiti](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Kuiti-Hotels-Motel-Te-Kuiti.h32433939.Hotel-Information): Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking. If driving, you'll be within 16 minutes of Waitomo Glowworm Caves.

### What things can I to do in Te Kuiti?

Visitors like Te Kuiti for the riverfront, cafes and restaurants. As you're sightseeing around the area, make sure that you enjoy all there is to see and do. Some outdoorsy places nearby include Caveworld, Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Woodlyn Park. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Te Kuititanga-O-Nga-Whakaaro, Te Kuiti Railway Station and Big Shearer.

### What's the weather like in Te Kuiti?

Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Te Kuiti to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 10°C. Average annual precipitation for Te Kuiti is 1260 mm.

### What are my options for getting around Te Kuiti while staying in a motel?

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Te Kuiti to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.), which is located 33.5 mi (54 km) away from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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