Waitomo Lodge

2.0 star property

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Deluxe Studio | View from room
Deluxe Studio | Living area
Terrace/patio
Family Room | Bathroom
Premier Studio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

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62 Te Kumi Rd, Te Kuiti, Waikato, 3910
  • Place, Big Shearer
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Te Kuititanga-O-Nga-Whakaaro
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Waitomo Glowworm Caves
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Business Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Elite Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • River view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premier Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • River view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Economy Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Studio

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Waitomo Lodge

This smoke-free motel features laundry facilities, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas.
Waitomo Lodge offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with irons/ironing boards. 50-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Our customers tell us 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 like 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 accommodations 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 percent 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.
  • Cribs (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 percent

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-authorize 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

Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 285 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 285 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 285 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 285 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 285 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roslyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff, great bed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
River view room very good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chanice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was quick and great service with a very clean room and nice amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and roomy, very accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff,and unit was just right for us.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying at this property. The rooms are immaculate, the ammenities are great, the staff turned the AC on before we arrived, lovely addition as it was a warm day in Te Kuiti. The room comes with plenty of towels, cutlery, crockery, cooking utensils, pots and pans.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful. Convenient location on my travels. Room as described
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient for local attractions, and local eating spots. Unit was dated, but comfortable for a night's stay. Shower floor was a bit slippery with soapy water underfoot. Nice toiletries were provided.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. Good location. Easy to find.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good spacious room, clean, convenient
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean large room. Excellent restaurant at train station.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Basic motel. Clean. Friendly check in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing room, everything was perfect. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room is big with lots of light. Nice big bed with crisp white bed linen.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff & warm, spacious room for a quick overnight sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Margarita

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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It worked for one night. Comfy bed. Dark room. No complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was pleasantly surprised by this place. Rooms were a great size, very clean and offered all the facilities we needed for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and the staff were very helpful! Convenient location for our needs. Cozy room but plenty of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent overall stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ancharle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious It was good surprise
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hospitality, large rooms, close to facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024