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Glowworm Motel
Corner State Highway 3 & Waitomo Caves Road
Waitomo Caves
New Zealand
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Corner State Highway 3 & Waitomo Caves Road, Waitomo Caves, New Zealand
Property Type: Motel
  • Small hotel conveniently located near a major roadway; limited staff and amenities; normally guest rooms open to the parking lot.

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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars Based on 1 traveler review
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“A basic stopover”
3 of 5 stars
MikeB99
UK
Jan 6, 2007
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This is a very convenient spot just off the state highway for access to the Waitomo Caves. It is a basic motor lodge, rather in need of refurbishment. It is clean, and simple, but looks rather as if it is still in the 1960s. Some of the furnishings are showing wear and tear. Bathroom and kitchen are functional but rather... more

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Corner State Highway 3 & Waitomo Caves Road, Waitomo Caves, New Zealand