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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

Hostels that guests love in Waitomo Caves

  • Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 285 reviews
    Welcoming and friendly host. Great location and scenery. Excellent value for money.
    Boaz
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $93.09
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 381 reviews
    great location - was exactly as expected
    Victoria
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $104.32
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 684 reviews
    Fantastic place to stay, great for a group of people. Had all kitchen facilities, heater, safe place and restaurant was walking distance. Nice and close to the caves, would definitely stay again
    Annette Blundell
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $104.32
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 684 reviews
    Great location, spacious.
    M
    Manpreet
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $42.64
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 470 reviews
    The host and the hostel were both very warm and inviting! And the Friendly animals were a nice touch.
    Chris
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $145.33
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 403 reviews
    Glamping setup, view and farm facilities/ things to see and do. Great hospitality and great location to see regional sights too.
    Jason
    Family with young children
  • Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 1,023 reviews
    Friendly owners that are very welcoming. Nice breakfast, comfortable rooms and great location.
    D
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $42.64
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 470 reviews
    Great location to get to the glow worm caves (about 10 mins away by car) and a nice, chill hostel vibe
    John
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $42.64
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 470 reviews
    Great location and nice rooms, eas, check in and I enjoyed the pool. Felt safe and liked the atmosphere :)
    Lea Sophie
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $42.64
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 470 reviews
    Amazing backpacker hostel in a great area for the Waitomo Caves and other experiences. The staff were super lovely and helpful. It's a really cool experience, as it's bang smack on a farm with lots of cool animals (and cute dogs!). Really recommend this place, great value for money.
    Dean Ross
    Young couple