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Caves Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Motel in Hangatiki with free parking

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Exterior
Property grounds
Dining
Family Apartment | Living area
Property grounds

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$105
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct

Explore the area

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728 SH 3, Hangatiki Junction, Hangatiki, 3985
  • Altura Gardens & Wildlife Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Woodlyn Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Studio, 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Studio, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Fridge
LCD TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
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)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
3 bedrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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3 bedrooms, bed sheets

Premium Studio (Studio Premium)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Fridge
LCD TV
3 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Double Room

Economy Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Family Unit)

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

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King Studio

King Studio

Highlights

Fridge
LCD TV
3 bedrooms
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
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 7.9 km (4.9 mi) from Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre. 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

  • Altura Gardens & Wildlife Park - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Caveworld - 8 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 9 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Woodlyn Park - 9 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Aranui Cave - 12 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Stoked Eatery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fat Kiwi Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wheels Roadhouse Cafeteria, Te Kuiti - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive

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.

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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

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 16 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Caves Motor Inn on 3 Oct 2025 start from AU$105.00, 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.