Caves Motor Inn

The property needs a lot of maintenance, especially the driveway and parking areas. Huge potholes. It is not good for older people to have to walk up and down steep steps to be admitted and get a key.

The accommodation was basic but clean. The staff were very friendly. Unfortunately the bed was extremely uncomfortable and our room was right on the main road. They provide earplugs for the room which was a red flag!

Excellent views and convenient and comfortable stay before the Waitomo Caves

Great place to stay, friendly staff & comfortable rooms. Great to have restaurant facility. Meals were yum ! Our room was a little noisy being road front but earplugs were supplied & it didn't impact my sleep.

Owner have maintained property really well. however, its close to highway and night can be noisy to some ppl.

Great location for an overnight stop. Convenient parking right in front of the unit. Has view of the main road, with ear plugs provided. Tiny bedroom with saggy bed propped by a piece of wood sheet underneath. Plenty of blanket/duvet provided. Bottom sheet has little holes on the side. Windows can be opened if too hot indoors. There's a little desk top fan provided. Weird half-size sink with tap that produced hot water when turned to the right and cold water when turned to the left (normally it's the other way around!). Had to use a mug to pour water into the kettle as it was impossible to fill it straight from the tap. Shower pressure was excellent at night. In the morning the pressure was very weak - we wondered if it was because next door neighbours had super long shower, could hear them showering for the whole hour if not more! Paper thin walls - could hear neighbours using the bathroom and TV. Plates and cuttleries weren't clean, had to re-wash them before using. Dishwashing liquid sachets were old, sticky and gross (see photo). Room looked recently painted, would be a better place had the overall cleanliness been much better. Overpriced compared to other accommodations in the area that we've stayed at in the past.

Food was great, owners were very friendly.

Easy access to cave and attentive helpful friendly manager. Super noisy road first night with trucks going by and no earplugs, room was road facing. Second night quieter. The room however was clean tidy and comfortable and had a lovely country view.

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...

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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.

Was ideal for a 1 night stop over whilst travelling around NZ. Friendly staff that were very helpful

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.

Very clean and newly fitted Comfy bed Speedy check in despite late arrival Earplugs excellent!

Service and location

Train near by

Clean and easy

Nice room, nice people

The staff were very friendly. Even though the food selection at the hotel restaurant was limited, the food was excellent.

The front office/restaurant needs a lot of work but the area where the rooms are was nice and rooms were clean