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Georgian Manor
The most perfect Airbnb. Jock was very pleasant to deal with, and our self check in was easy and seamless. The house and grounds are spectacular and it made a very lovely stay for our 1 night stop over.

Cambridge Chalet
Lovely little unit in a beautiful area . Very peaceful and spotless presentation. Friendly host with great communication. Would definitely stay again could not fault it in any way .

Stylish Villa 4 bdrs W/ Spa Pool+ Swiming Pool
We really enjoyed our stay. Located at a peaceful area. Baby friendly. There are plates for babies, a highchair and a cot. Loved the low sofa in the living room. Comfortable for adults but also made it a safe and comfortable space for our little ones to play. There was a swimming pool perfect for kids, and a spa. We couldn't use them unfortunately as the weather turned colder during our stay.

Limitless Peaceful Water Views-Authentic Retreat
Mark’s AirBnB is an experience rather than a stay. Is a combination of coastal rural Nz right on the doorstep (short boat ride away) from a bustling town Raglan where there are 5 star restaurants, super markets and everything you would need or expect. And the accomodation itself is nestled on a cliff top with 180 views of the harbour and if Raglan. Private, the feeling of seclusion and neighbour free - the best of both worlds made better by a host that balances your needs with respectful distance. Make a pizza in the wood fired oven and then warm your bones in the spa boat and arching the harbour u til the sun melts away listening to birds evening song. We can’t wait to head back and hopefully catch the big uncle of the 12 lb snapper we caught in the raglan harbour!!! Outstanding place.

Waterfront Location
Great place to stay with 2 families. Gorgeous outlook over the water & loads of room. Julls was very helpful and responsive. We'd definitely stay again!

Groundswell Property | Spa | Comfort | Views
Great location and nice clean home with a good layout for how many rooms there are. Nice to have a soak in the hot tub after long days exploring and surfing! Also a gorgeous view of the water from the deck and living room. We will be back again for sure!

Lifestyle house experience.
We absolutely loved our stay. Nathan was incredibly welcoming and allowed us to use his place for our small wedding ceremony. It was the most amazing day and we really enjoyed our entire stay. Thanks again Nathan!! We will always remember this beautiful space that we held our special day at. ☺️

The Beach House Raglan
As a family of 5 with teenagers we settled in immediately and loved the place: relaxing, warm and sunny, peaceful which was so great in the mornings, great decor and comfy beds. We will be back!
Quick stats about vacation rentals in Waitomo Caves
Total rentals
50 properties
Nightly prices starting at
$20 before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
8K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
20 properties are a good fit for families
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace
Wifi availability
40 properties include access to wifi
Your guide to Waitomo Caves
All About Waitomo Caves
Located 2.5 hours south of Auckland, deep in the green rolling hills of the North Island, the Waitomo Caves are a subterranean wonderland. The complex is made up of Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Ruakuri Cave, and Aranui Cave. You can experience striking stalactites and the twinkling glow from the resident glowworms during a boat tour.
Waitomo Caves Village is a small collection of shops, tour companies, and accommodations spread across a handful of streets leading up to the caves and the nearby town of Otorohanga. Full of brightly colored murals highlighting New Zealand culture and an enormous roadside kiwi sculpture made of corrugated iron, Otorohanga is a great home base for exploring the area.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Waitomo Caves
Waitomo experiences relatively mild weather year round, with warm summer days (December through March) and cooler winters (June through September) that require thick sweaters. Summer through fall (which occurs between March and June) are great seasons for hiking or bike riding in the nearby forests. The area can get busy, especially during the school holidays, due to the proximity to Auckland, so keep this in mind when booking your Waitomo Caves holiday rentals.
During the winter, things quiet down a lot, so this is a great time to visit the glowworm caves if you want to explore with fewer visitors. Keep in mind that the air and water temperature in the underground caves remains brisk and cool year round, so make sure to pack warm layers even if visiting in the summer. For safety reasons, all caves must be visited as part of a guided tour, and there are plenty of operators available to take you on an underground adventure. You will be given a wetsuit and booties if you try any of the water-based activities in the cave.
Top things to do in Waitomo Caves
Ruakuri Cave
Ruakuri Cave offers a unique blackwater rafting adventure, which includes climbing up and over rock formations before floating down the underground river in an inner tube as the glowworms light the cave above you. If you’d like to explore the outside of the cave, you can take a stroll along the half-mile long Ruakuri Walk, which takes you through dense native forest and past limestone rock formations.
Waitomo Great Walk
One of New Zealand’s epic pathways, Waitomo Great Walk is a multi-day 25-mile hike that leads through the lush Tawarau Forest across the Tawarau Falls and Marokopa Falls before eventually following Waitomo Stream through limestone gorges down to Waitomo Village. Along the way, you’ll witness sweeping views of Mount Ruapehu, an active stratovolcano.
Waitomo Museum of Caves
This museum introduces you to the majestic Waitomo Caves system through interactive exhibits, fossils, and archival footage. You can learn how the caves evolved and how they became one of the region’s most popular attractions.
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