This smoke-free motel features laundry facilities, free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas.
Waitomo Lodge offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations, with an iron/ironing board. 50-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Waitomo Lodge. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Big Shearer. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus laundry facilities.
Free WiFi
Free self-parking
Amenities include laundry facilities
Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the helpful staff
Just a 2-minute drive from Big Shearer and a few minutes from Te Kuititanga-O-Nga-Whakaaro
Waitomo Lodge offers its guests laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.
This Te Kuiti motel is smoke free.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free uncovered self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Accessibility
No lift
More
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Towels provided
Entertainment
50-inch smart TV with satellite channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Toaster
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 19
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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; cash is not accepted
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, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information and key retrieval information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.
Property is also known as
Waitomo Lodge Motel
Waitomo Lodge Te Kuiti
Waitomo Lodge Motel Te Kuiti
Waitomo Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 257 reviews
10 - Excellent
148
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 257 reviews
8 - Good
82
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 257 reviews
6 - Okay
17
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 257 reviews
4 - Poor
7
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 257 reviews
2 - Terrible
3
9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jenny
30 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing room, everything was perfect. Highly recommend!
Room and staff ticked all the boxes BUT a couple of easy chairs or a sofa would have transformed the stay for two weary travellers looking to relax with glasses of wine.
The room was quite spacious with a kitchenette and all the amenities. The view and porch was lovely. The reception was quick and friendly. I highly recommend.
Elizabeth
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Margarita
10 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place to stay while visiting the glowworm caves. Nothing fancy but clean, spacious rooms. The front desk attendant was very nice.
The room was clean just a basic room we were happy with it. We only stayed 1 night. The front desk person was very nice and helpful. She let us know if we were going to eat out to do so before 8pm as everything closes by then.
Very clean room. Easy communication for a late check in. Quiet tidy accommodation. We only stayed the one night as a stop over on the way to New Plymouth.
Lovely place to stay. Nice and tidy. Beautiful beds to sleep on
Jared
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
christine
14 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I liked the quiet, secure, private, clean, relaxing,
I didn't like the fact that there was no kitchen sink, which is why I didn't do any dishes, I refused to wash them in the bathroom. Apart from that, I enjoyed my stay
This property was a real gem! Sweet, clean motel - quite adorable really. Comfortable beds, great amenities. I only wish the weather was better to access the lovely little balcony by the river!
The room is very spacious, clean, well equipped and the parking was easy. The place is well located in town so it's hard to miss, and many eating options nearby.
This is a very nice place to stay. Large rooms and very quiet. The only slight problem is that the shower doesn't have a shower curtain and there is no soap holder.