Near Caveworld and Opapake Pa, Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka invites you to unwind in a tranquil setting. Connect to WiFi, take advantage of free self parking and bicycle tour information for nearby exploration. The property also offers express check-in and check-out for convenience.
Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Caveworld - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Woodlyn Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Altura Gardens & Wildlife Park - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
Getting around
Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 53 min drive
Restaurants
Waitomo Homestead - 8 min drive
Stoked Eatery - 16 min drive
Golden Lantern Takeaways - 16 min drive
Huhu Cafe - 5 min walk
Waitomo General Store - 3 min walk
About this property
Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka
When you stay at Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Caveworld. Free self parking is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and rafting. Also, Opapake Pa and Aranui Cave are within a short drive.
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
43 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
DONE
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
DONE
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
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
DONE
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
DONE
Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
DONE
Other information
Designated smoking areas
No alcohol served onsite
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
What to do
Bicycle tour information
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Ziplining nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
Banquet hall
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 20.00 for adults and NZD 20.00 for children
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Kiwi Paka Waitomo Hostel
Kiwi Paka Hostel
Kiwi Paka Waitomo
Kiwi Paka
Kiwi Paka Waitomo
Waitomo Village Chalets
Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka Hotel
Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka Waitomo Caves
Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka Hotel Waitomo Caves
Frequently asked questions
Does Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka 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 Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, mountain biking, and mountain climbing. Additional recreation nearby includes spelunking, ecotours, and hunting.
What's the area around Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka like?
Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka is located on the boardwalk/promenade, a short 8-minute walk from Waitomo Glowworm Caves and 18 minutes' walk from Woodlyn Park.
Have a question?
AI iconBetaBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.2
Cleanliness
8.2
Amenities
9.2
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
Popular mentions
Room
Location
Restaurant
Service staff
Caves
Pub
Walking
Bed
Hilly
Shower
Reviews
Verified
6/10 Good
Jan 30, 2026
Very basic room, was clean and staff was friendly
Daryl
Daryl, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2025
Lovely clean room, comfy bed, great shower pressure and super friendly staff. Perfect stay :)
Suzie
Suzie, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 20, 2025
Lovely staff, everything clean.
hone
hone, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2026
The staff were extremely friendly and informative. Our chalets were clean and comfortable as well as convenient to the caves.
Gregory
Gregory, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2026
I have never been welcomed with so much helpful information at any establishment in my life. Our cabin was quaint and cozy. The two local pubs were both in walking distance and had delicious dinners. My best!
alicia
alicia, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 28, 2025
Very friendly staff and experience
matthew
matthew, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 16, 2026
Good rooms, clean and tidy. Comfortable beds
Alex
Alex, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 11, 2025
Great for the area. Simple yet comfortable. Great staff there.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 1, 2025
The room was clean and the staff friendly and helpful. Location is great for Gloworm activities.
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 11, 2025
Pub next door was very convenient for evening meal and reasonably priced. Patio of chalet was a pleasant way to spend an hour or so in the evening
Wayne
Wayne, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 17, 2025
Helpful staff, tidy clean room.
hone
hone, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2025
Excellent place to stay next to the glow worm cave. Quiet and peaceful.
William
William, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 12, 2025
Friendly staff
doug
doug, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 17, 2025
Staff were extremely accomodating and friendly
Room was warm and clean
Diane
Diane, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 24, 2024
Cool place to stay, had everything we needed for a family. Will stay here again!
Fiona
Fiona, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 19, 2025
great location
Max
Max, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Apr 24, 2025
Close to Waitomo Caves and Tomo's restaurant which was a great feed
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 1, 2025
Great place to stay near Waitomo Caves - within walking distance. Friendly staff and comfortable cabin.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2024
very good location, close to glowworms and also restaurants.
Gustaf
Gustaf, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2025
Clean room with a comfortable bed. Nice balcony.
Carlos
Carlos, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 5, 2025
It was such a a nice place to stay! The location was great within walking distance of everything. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2024
Great place to stay to visit the glow worm caves.
Tavern was very close where the food & service was great.
Phillip
Phillip, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 25, 2025
Super firendly staff, calm area.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2024
Great location, quiet and lovely facility
judith
judith, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 23, 2025
Very good accomodations for the area. Really enjoyed the opportunity to use the communal kitchen facilities for breakfast.