Caves Motor Inn Waitomo
Motel, 4-star728 State Highway 3, Te Kuiti, New ZealandShow on map
8.0 · Very good601 reviews
- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.4 out of 10, at 728 State Highway 3.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Convenient Location and Surroundings Caves Motor Inn offers a prime location for travelers looking to explore Waitomo, Te Kuiti, Otorohanga, and Waikato. Nestled in beautiful country surroundings, guests can enjoy a short 10-minute drive to various attractions in the area.
Dining and Recreation Guests can unwind at the on-site restaurant and bar, open Monday to Friday and some Saturdays. Additionally, free self-guided bush walks and attractions are available nearby for those seeking adventure.
Amenities and Services While staying at Caves Motor Inn, guests can take advantage of free on-site parking and limited Wi-Fi. Despite the rural setting, the inn ensures a comfortable stay with essential amenities for a relaxing visit.
Book your stay at Caves Motor Inn now to experience the perfect blend of convenience and tranquility.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Garden
- Luggage storage
Rooms
8.0
Very good
Rated 8.0 out of 10 by 601 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.4
- Service8.9
- Location8.4
- Rooms7.3
- Amenities7.9
- Value7.8
- Food & drink8.4
Guests mention
Friendly staffGood locationClean roomsGood food
Lani_ChantelleAustraliaEverything we needed for a good price, great value
SimonNew ZealandComfortable, we had everything we needed.
Road noise. Though this was to be expected considering location and ear plugs were provided by the host.
NikoraNew ZealandNothing fancy, but clean, tidy, and comfortable. Although it's on the main highway, it's set back from the road, so traffic noise wasn't an issue for me. It was exactly what I needed for a comfortable overnight stay and…
RONNIENew ZealandLocation
MargaretNew ZealandHighly recommend very friendly staff and comfortable motels
Everything was clean and comfortable especially the beds
SimonNew ZealandGreat place, would definitely recommend
Excellent service, upgraded for free, extremely nice people
Very minor as I had my own but the shampoo and body wash dispensers in the shower were empty.
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
728 State Highway 3, Te Kuiti, New Zealand
Guests rate the location 8.4 out of 10 — very good.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 07:30 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Please note that the restaurant is closed on Sundays and public holidays. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Caves Motor Inn Waitomo
What time is check-in and check-out at Caves Motor Inn Waitomo?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Caves Motor Inn Waitomo allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Caves Motor Inn Waitomo?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Is breakfast included at Caves Motor Inn Waitomo?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Caves Motor Inn Waitomo have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Caves Motor Inn Waitomo?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Caves Motor Inn Waitomo have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book Caves Motor Inn Waitomo?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Caves Motor Inn Waitomo?
728 State Highway 3, Te Kuiti.
Other places we book in Te Kuiti
Nothing to do with the booking above. The same market, priced the same way, for if this one is not it.
