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Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Caveworld

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Exterior
Queen Ensuite Chalet
Property grounds
Meeting facility

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Hotel Access Rd., Waitomo Caves, 3977
  • Place, Caveworld
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Waitomo Glowworm Caves
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Woodlyn Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

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Loft Chalet

Loft Chalet

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Twin Single Ensuite Chalet

Twin Single Ensuite Chalet

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Queen Ensuite Chalet

Queen Ensuite Chalet

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Kitchenette Chalet

Family Kitchenette Chalet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory

Basic Shared Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Twin Room

Basic Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Loft Chalet

Loft Chalet

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 King Bed

About the area

Waitomo Caves

On boardwalk/promenade.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Caveworld and Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Opapake Pa and Aranui Cave are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • 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

3-star hotel near Caveworld
As a guest of Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka, you'll find express check-in and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Waitomo Caves hotel.

  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Smoking in designated areas
Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka offers 43 accommodations. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 20 for adults and NZD 20 for children

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

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

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.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 20.00 for adults and NZD 20.00 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka.

National rating

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

Property is 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

How close is Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka to the airport?

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka is 39.3 mi (53-min drive) away from the Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka?

As of May 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka on Jun 2, 2026 start from CA $68, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka.

Does Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 20.00 for adults and NZD 20.00 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka have a pool?

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka does not have a pool.

Does Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka to downtown Waitomo Caves?

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka is 0.3 mi away from Waitomo Caves.

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 267 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 267 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 267 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 267 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 267 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dwight

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff and unique location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice staff, relaxed vibe, simple but clean, right by the worm caves, great restaurant walking distance. Perfect for a night!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Amenities
Clean room and easy after hours check in
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff were friendly and helpful. The room was spacious and very clean. Communal kitchen and sitting area was wonderful. Location near restaurant and caves is awesome. This place is a gem!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dariusz

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Nikki

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The welcome was warm and friendly, however the room itself was not great, the shower floor was dirty and I had to wear flip flops whilst showering. There was a very unpleasant smell coming from the toilet. The TV didn’t work. Not a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

kate

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness
Very basic room, was clean and staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and presentable. Staff accomodated with a very late checkin and early breakfast requirements. Only negative, not enough parking for number of units on site. Overall will definetely come again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Brandon

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Dunedin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money, very friendly and helpful staff. I’d definitely come back :)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were extremely friendly and informative. Our chalets were clean and comfortable as well as convenient to the caves.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent place with really friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Alex

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good rooms, clean and tidy. Comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Suman

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Sujana

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Abhijit

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Nadesh

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsey

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

hone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff, everything clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great for the area. Simple yet comfortable. Great staff there.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely clean room, comfy bed, great shower pressure and super friendly staff. Perfect stay :)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Quiet
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025