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Our top choices for Aranui Cave hotels

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a kitchen with cabinets and a refrigerator, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

1. Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge
3.0 star property
2.8 km from Aranui Cave
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (504 reviews)
"Friendly staff, convenient yet charming location."
United States
Pedro
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge
A wooden deck with tables and chairs, a red building with windows, and a wooden fence.

2. Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka
3.0 star property
2.6 km from Aranui Cave
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (288 reviews)
"Friendly staff, perfect location for waitomo area and very comfy beds!!!"
Australia
Lynette
The price is €51
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka
A modern house with a covered porch, a number '9' sign, and a small outdoor seating area with chairs and a table.

3. Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park

Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park
4.0 star property
2.8 km from Aranui Cave
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (327 reviews)
"Great cabin next to Waitmo caves. The cabin had all the facilities needed."
Australia
Mirna
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park
A room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck with a wooden railing.

4. Waitomo Lodge

Waitomo Lodge
2.0 star property
9.4 km from Aranui Cave
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (300 reviews)
"Rooms were well maintained and very clean. The lady at reception couldn’t have been more helpful. A fantastic place to stay"
Australia
Shamaram
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Waitomo Lodge
A hot tub with two people holding glasses, surrounded by greenery and a scenic view.

5. Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B

Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B
3.0 star property
10.2 km from Aranui Cave
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (452 reviews)
"Small and cozy place. Very helpful staffs who went out of their way to help!"
United States
Petal
The price is €50
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B
A rustic building with a red roof, a wooden pergola, and a gravel pathway leading to the entrance.

6. Woodlyn Park

Woodlyn Park
3.5 star property
3.7 km from Aranui Cave
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (266 reviews)
"Very fun experience, we lived in the front side of airplane. Space is a little small, but fun experience. The front desk guy is super helpful and recommended some good food for us."
United States
Binglin
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Woodlyn Park
A swimming pool with a curved glass enclosure, a man kneeling by the pool, and a blue sky visible through the structure.

7. Otorohanga Kiwi Holiday Park

Otorohanga Kiwi Holiday Park
3.0 star property
14.5 km from Aranui Cave
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (72 reviews)
"Second time staying here and you can’t beat it on price. Definitely my go-to for business trips."
New Zealand
Timothy
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Otorohanga Kiwi Holiday Park
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Compare popular hotels close to Aranui Cave

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a kitchen with cabinets and a refrigerator, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
504 reviews
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A wooden deck with tables and chairs, a red building with windows, and a wooden fence.
Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
288 reviews
View
A modern house with a covered porch, a number '9' sign, and a small outdoor seating area with chairs and a table.
Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
327 reviews
View
A room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck with a wooden railing.
Waitomo Lodge
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
300 reviews
View
A hot tub with two people holding glasses, surrounded by greenery and a scenic view.
Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
452 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near Aranui Cave

A modern house with a covered porch, a number '9' sign, and a small outdoor seating area with chairs and a table.

Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park

Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Waitomo Caves
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (327)
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park

Top Aranui Cave Hotel Reviews

Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage

Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage

10/10 Excellent
"Jim was fantastic - went above and beyond to make a very late check in easy in weary travelers. Cute place was in great shape."
Anonymous traveller 1-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage

Other attractions near Aranui Cave

Waitomo Glowworm Caves

9.6/10 (358 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Waitomo Glowworm Caves during your travels in Waitomo Caves. While in this quaint area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Aranui Cave?
Aranui Cave is located in a welcoming area of Waitomo Caves known for its array of dining options. You'll find 16 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay close to Aranui Cave?
Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking. It's located 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Aranui Cave. Other good options within 5 miles include Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge and Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park.
How many hotels will I find close to Aranui Cave?
Expedia has 16 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Aranui Cave.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Aranui Cave, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Aranui Cave.