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Caves Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Motel in Hangatiki with free parking

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Exterior
Property grounds
Family Apartment | Living area
Bar (on property)
Comfort Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr

Explore the area

Map
728 SH 3, Hangatiki Junction, Hangatiki, 3985
  • Opapake Pa
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Caveworld
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Family Studio (Family King Studio)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Microwave
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Bed sheets

Premium Studio (Studio Premium)

Highlights

Balcony
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Microwave
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Economy Double Room

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Fridge
LCD TV
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Family Unit)

Highlights

Balcony
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds

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King Studio

King Studio

Highlights

Fridge
LCD TV
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Hangatiki

At Caves Motor Inn, you'll be 6.3 km (3.9 mi) from Opapake Pa and 8.1 km (5 mi) from Caveworld. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The family restaurant, Caves Motor Inn, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM. .In the area of this 3.5-property class Hangatiki motel, you'll find Waitomo Glowworm Caves.
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What's nearby

  • Opapake Pa - 5 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Caveworld - 7 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Altura Gardens & Wildlife Park - 7 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Woodlyn Park - 8 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Roselands Farm & Garden Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Thirsty Weta - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Tandoor Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Waitomo Homestead - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Caves Motor Inn

Motel in Hangatiki with free parking
Caves Motor Inn offers its guests a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and room service (during limited hours). WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Hangatiki motel is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Caves Motor Inn offers 17 accommodations with free toiletries. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English

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  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 1-device limit

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 20.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Caves Motor Inn

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent 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
Guests arriving outside of regular check-in hours can use the exterior telephone for check-in assistance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately NZD 20.5 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

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, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Free WiFi in public areas has a 1-device limit.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Caves Motor Inn?

Caves Motor Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Caves Motor Inn?

As of 29 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Caves Motor Inn on 27 Apr 2025 start from AU$119.55, including 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.

Is parking available at Caves Motor Inn?

Yep, Caves Motor Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Caves Motor Inn?

The closest beach to Caves Motor Inn is Kawhia Beach (40.5 km).

Does Caves Motor Inn serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Caves Motor Inn?

No, Caves Motor Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Caves Motor Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Caves Motor Inn?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Caves Motor Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Caves Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 224 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 224 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 224 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 224 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 224 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jessie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Eric

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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...
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
*
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sue

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was ideal for a 1 night stop over whilst travelling around NZ. Friendly staff that were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Eryn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and newly fitted Comfy bed Speedy check in despite late arrival Earplugs excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Service and location
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

William

Train near by
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Nicolle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and easy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, nice people
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

michele

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly. Even though the food selection at the hotel restaurant was limited, the food was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Brenda

Travelled with family
The front office/restaurant needs a lot of work but the area where the rooms are was nice and rooms were clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for money. Comfortable and clean. Thank goodness they supply ear plugs to block out the noise of the highway.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Chad

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

guy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Te Awe

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great overnight stop on the long road north
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Anna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Friendly staff offering an upgrade on our room. Restaurant on site, although not open the night we stayed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Peter, Ascot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023