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Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing

Guesthouse with free parking, near Waitomo Glowworm Caves

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Property grounds
2 bedrooms, free WiFi
Hair dryer
2 bedrooms, free WiFi
Interior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$209
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec

Explore the area

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Waitomo, Waikato
  • Place, Woodlyn Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Caveworld
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Waitomo Glowworm Caves
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the area

Waitomo Caves

This guesthouse places you steps from Woodlyn Park and within a 20-minute stroll of Caveworld. Highlights at this guest house include a kitchenette and free WiFi. .Near this Waitomo Caves guest house, you'll find Waitomo Glowworm Caves.
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What's nearby

  • Woodlyn Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Caveworld - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Aranui Cave - 5 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Waitomo Homestead - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Roselands Farm and Garden Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Big Apple - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bosco Café - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Waitomo General Store - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing

The first accommodation created at Woodlyn Park, "The Waitomo Express" is a restored 1918 Rail Carriage.

It is a completely self-contained motel unit with two separate bedrooms.

This unit can sleep up to 5 people. It has a double bed and a separate room with three single beds.

There is an ensuite bathroom with shower and toilet, as well as a living/eating area with kitchenette at the entrance of the train carriage. The kitchenette features an electric hob, microwave and refrigerator for light meals.

Bedding Configuration
One double bed and a separate room with 3 single beds (1 single and 2 bunk).

Office open until 5PM, after hours staff available until 11pm
Price is for couple per night,
Max guest 5
$20 per extra person

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Playground

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing?

Yep, Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing?

As of 10 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing on 11 Dec 2025 start from AU$208.82, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing?

The closest beach to Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing is Kawhia Beach (35.9 km).

Does Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing have a pool?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing?

No, Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing?

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

Are pets allowed at Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing?

No, pets are not allowed.