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Glowworm Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Hangatiki with free parking

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Cottage, 3 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio
Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, hair dryer, towels
Basic Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
1 Waitomo Caves Road, Hangatiki, 3977
  • Popular LocationCaveworld7 min drive
  • Popular LocationWaitomo Glowworm Caves7 min drive
  • Popular LocationWoodlyn Park8 min drive
  • AirportHamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)48 min drive

Room options

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Double Room, 1 Bedroom

Double Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Basic Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Basic Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Cottage, 3 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio

Cottage, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Individually furnished
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed and 5 Single Beds

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Studio, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchenette

Studio, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Hangatiki

At Glowworm Motel, you'll be 5.9 km (3.7 mi) from Opapake Pa and 7.7 km (4.8 mi) from Caveworld. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In the area of this Hangatiki motel, you'll find Waitomo Glowworm Caves.
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What's nearby

  • Opapake Pa - 5 min drive
  • Caveworld - 7 min drive
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 7 min drive
  • Kiwi House Native Bird Park - 8 min drive
  • Woodlyn Park - 8 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 6 min drive
  • Waitomo Homestead - 15 min walk
  • The Tandoor Tavern - 6 min drive
  • The Thirsty Weta - 6 min drive
  • Fat Kiwi Cafe - 6 min drive

About this property

Glowworm Motel

Motel in Hangatiki with free parking
As a guest of Glowworm Motel, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. Glowworm Motel also features a garden and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This Hangatiki motel is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Glowworm Motel offers 9 accommodations. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Hangatiki motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer on request
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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

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
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.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 November and close on 31 March.

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Glowworm Motel Hangatiki
Glowworm Motel
Glowworm Hangatiki

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Glowworm Motel?

Glowworm Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Glowworm Motel?

As of 14 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Glowworm Motel on 9 June 2024 start from AU$108.41, 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 Glowworm Motel?

Yep, Glowworm Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Glowworm Motel?

The closest beach to Glowworm Motel is Kawhia Beach (40.4 km).

Does Glowworm Motel have a pool?

Glowworm Motel has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from November 01 to March 31.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Glowworm Motel?

No, Glowworm Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Glowworm Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Glowworm Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Glowworm Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 122 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 122 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 122 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 122 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 122 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Erwan

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

10/10 Excellent

Delwynn

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

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a pool, which in the 30deg heat was awesome. Chris was great too. Very personable. Cheers
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay and great service!
We checked if we could check in early and they allowed us to! It was very helpful for our schedule. They helped us get everything we needed during our stay and were very helpful in telling us about the area. Room was spotless and beds were comfortable and not broken down. Thanks for the great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hartmut, Wiesbaden

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, nice shower, all clean and well maintained. Exceptionally friendly reception with valuable hints on glow worm experience just on a nearby bush walk and on coastal route south. So helpful and welcoming!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect accommodation to see glow worms (and hedgehogs).
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great place, hosts were amazing, great location, great customer service, super helpful with information, and keen to make sure we had the best time at the place and in town. THANK YOU!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Plancee

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonneal

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family of three enjoyed over 1 night stay, we were greeted by the friendly owner who kindly gave us some advise about the local area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023