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Caves Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Hangatiki motel with bar/lounge

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Nestled in a picturesque setting, Caves Motor Inn invites you to unwind in the garden or enjoy a drink at the bar. With free WiFi, conference space, and helpful staff on hand, this motel offers convenience and comfort.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (10)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room
  • Luggage storage
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Room options

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Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils

Family Studio (Family King Studio)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Bed sheets

Premium Studio (Studio Premium)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Family Unit)

  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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King Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort Studio, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
728 SH 3, Hangatiki Junction, Hangatiki, 3985

What's nearby

  • Huipūtea Reserve - 5 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Ed Hillary Walkway - 7 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Big Shearer - 7 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Kiwi House Native Bird Park - 8 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 12 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Golden Lantern Takeaways - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Waitomo Homestead - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Stoked Eatery - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Caves Motor Inn

  • Caves Motor Inn puts you within a 10-minute drive of Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Caves Motor Inn, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 17 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 6:00 PM)
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Guests arriving outside of regular check-in hours can use the exterior telephone for check-in assistance.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas (1-device limit)
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Pool table

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference space

Services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Caves Motor Inn - This family restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 20.5 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Also known as

Caves Motor Inn Hangatiki
Caves Motor Hangatiki
Caves Motor
Caves Motor Inn Motel
Caves Motor Inn Hangatiki
Caves Motor Inn Motel Hangatiki

Frequently asked questions

Does Caves Motor Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Caves Motor Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Caves Motor Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Caves Motor Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Caves Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Caves Motor Inn and nearby?

Caves Motor Inn has a garden.

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Reviews

Caves Motor Inn Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

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8/10 Very good

Very friendly staff.
Thierry, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, delicious dinner and great value breakfast
JENEFER, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Food was great, owners were very friendly.
Marissa, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Balcony view was beautiful Lovely clean room and staff had turned on heater and electric blanket so walked into cosy room
Kay, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent views and convenient and comfortable stay before the Waitomo Caves
Subhash, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Was ideal for a 1 night stop over whilst travelling around NZ. Friendly staff that were very helpful
Sue, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Would stay again

Great place to stay, friendly staff & comfortable rooms. Great to have restaurant facility. Meals were yum ! Our room was a little noisy being road front but earplugs were supplied & it didn't impact my sleep.
Paulette, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The staff were very friendly. Even though the food selection at the hotel restaurant was limited, the food was excellent.
michele, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice room, nice people
Malcolm, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Very clean and newly fitted Comfy bed Speedy check in despite late arrival Earplugs excellent!
Sharon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Service and location
Vicki, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice place and nice people

Decent enough accommodation, good facilities, easy to find and can park by your room. We had no problems with road noise. Bar area is nice and the food (evening meal) was freshly cooked and good quality. The staff were really nice and friendly.
Stephen, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

The front office/restaurant needs a lot of work but the area where the rooms are was nice and rooms were clean
Brenda, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Convenient location. Friendly staff offering an upgrade on our room. Restaurant on site, although not open the night we stayed.
Anna, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

The accommodation was basic but clean. The staff were very friendly. Unfortunately the bed was extremely uncomfortable and our room was right on the main road. They provide earplugs for the room which was a red flag!
Carla, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

I have to say a huge thank you to the hosts for accommodating our late check in/ last minute booking and coming down since my phone did not have a signal by the door. The property was a little older but clean and tidy! A nice warm place to spend the night as you travel.
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8/10 Very good

Clean and easy
Nicolle, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great little spot right near the glow worm caves... Very nice room with one full wall of windows leading to a cozy balcony... Clean, bright, and very comfortable... Friendly staff and easy check in... Nice on-site restaurant... It is directly off the highway, so it's a bit noisy, but not terrible, just cars whooshing by frequently...
Eric, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Our room was large and clean. A little noisy with large trucks rolling by all night. The dinner was delicious and the staff friendly. Close to the Glowworm caves
Sandra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great value and comfy with an old touch.

Was only for one night as I visited the Caves. I was given a mountain view room with a balcony which was nice. I ate in the restaurant and the food was lovely. The room was perfect, great hot water and pressure in the shower. If you are facing the road, you may experience traffic noise, but there are earplugs in your room.
David, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Value for money. Comfortable and clean. Thank goodness they supply ear plugs to block out the noise of the highway.
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Easy access to cave and attentive helpful friendly manager. Super noisy road first night with trucks going by and no earplugs, room was road facing. Second night quieter. The room however was clean tidy and comfortable and had a lovely country view.
Lisa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome kind helpful staff, scrumptious meals, separate toilet and shower, air con, comfortable beds, well supplied kitchenette, spacious, and loved our room was upgraded .. don't know why but we loved it and Tv that works. Proximity to local towns, really enjoyed the quiet so we could rest. Highly recommended. Cheers
Te Awe, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Large room but older property - Room was clean. Bed large but a bit lumpy. Not suitable for light sleepers and road and rail noise could be heard but earplugs supplied
Peter, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Needs TLC

Great location for an overnight stop. Convenient parking right in front of the unit. Has view of the main road, with ear plugs provided. Tiny bedroom with saggy bed propped by a piece of wood sheet underneath. Plenty of blanket/duvet provided. Bottom sheet has little holes on the side. Windows can be opened if too hot indoors. There's a little desk top fan provided. Weird half-size sink with tap that produced hot water when turned to the right and cold water when turned to the left (normally it's the other way around!). Had to use a mug to pour water into the kettle as it was impossible to fill it straight from the tap. Shower pressure was excellent at night. In the morning the pressure was very weak - we wondered if it was because next door neighbours had super long shower, could hear them showering for the whole hour if not more! Paper thin walls - could hear neighbours using the bathroom and TV. Plates and cuttleries weren't clean, had to re-wash them before using. Dishwashing liquid sachets were old, sticky and gross (see photo). Room looked recently painted, would be a better place had the overall cleanliness been much better. Overpriced compared to other accommodations in the area that we've stayed at in the past.
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