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Caves Motor Inn

728 State Highway 3 | Hangatiki Junction, Waitomo Caves, New Zealand
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Perth
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53 reviews 53 reviews
21 hotel reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

Well we were billeted here as part of our cycling Tor of New Zealand as the Waitomo Caves Hotel changed our booking for some unknown reason. One of our group had a room that was so damp she had to put the electric blanket on to dry out a bit of bed to sleep on. The rooms were a decent... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 23, 2013

A nice clean and comfortable room at a country motel. Although adjacent to a main highway the room we occupied at the back was quite and restful.. Friendly service at their restaurant with hearty sized meals.

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Leicester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 25, 2013

Nice room - clean with all facilities you would want. Although next to main highway rooms at back very quiet. Staff very friendly and welcoming Good restaurant - excellent food served in substatial sized portions Would certainly stay here again

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 16, 2013

Rooms had just been decorated and some of the fittings upgraded. Very comfortable and clean and a true motor lodge. Good value as well and welcoming staff. Food is available but this option was not used as had other arrangements.

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San Francisco Bay Area
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18 hotel reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 3, 2012

Worn but clean, very basic, very helpful staff. Comfy bed. Get a room in the back. We had room 10. The rooms in the front would be really noisy as the road is right there. There are not many accomodations in this area, so this one is really quite good for the area. This is a great location if you... More

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Devonport, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 31, 2012

Stayed here for one night, very close to the waitomo caves, very clean and great kitchen. Large enough for a family of six, plus there is an outside balcony to use also but due to rain we didnt use it. We did run out of hot water very quickly and that was with short showers so after a day of... More

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Cervo, Italia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 6, 2012

Very close to the Waitomo Caves of glow-worm fame is this motel offering ample accomodation . Like all Kiwis, they offer very friendly and helpful assistance. We had a lavish dinner and an even more substantial breakfast at very, very reasonable prices.

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2012

As a first time visitor to the Caves Motor Inn, I had read other reviews. But what mattered most to me were the positive reviews from couples and/or solo travellers. And much like them, I found this place very clean and tidy. The room was quite spacious and the T.V and reception very good! The staff were very friendly and... More

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Auckland Central, New Zealand
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 2, 2011

I often stay at the Caves Motor Inn. From the outside it is nothing special, situated on the main road between Otorohanga and Te Kuiti, and about 10 minutes from Waitomo Caves village. The staff are amazing, friendly and welcoming. Different styles of room configuations to suit most people from backpackers to family units. The rooms are great, beds are... More

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Durango, Colorado
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed August 16, 2011

We stayed here two nights as part of our Waitomo Caves visit. Since we were there for the caves, we weren't looking for luxury, but were hoping for some rest, and the price at Caves Motor Inn couldn't be beat. The beds were fine, but crammed a little tight for a family of 5. The common area in the room... More

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Address: 728 State Highway 3 | Hangatiki Junction, Waitomo Caves, New Zealand
Region: New Zealand > North Island > Waitomo Caves
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Free Parking Restaurant
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Ranked #3 of 4 hotels in Waitomo Caves
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