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Guesthouse with free parking, near Waitomo Glowworm Caves

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Exterior
2 bedrooms, free WiFi
Dining
Hair dryer
2 bedrooms, free WiFi

Overview of Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing

Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Check out the area

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Waitomo, Waikato
  • Popular LocationWoodlyn Park1 min walk
  • Popular LocationCaveworld19 min walk
  • Popular LocationWaitomo Glowworm Caves3 min drive
  • AirportHamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)56 min drive
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About the area

Waitomo Caves

This guesthouse is located in Waitomo Caves. Kiwi House Native Bird Park is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Woodlyn Park.
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What's nearby

  • Woodlyn Park - 1 min walk
  • Caveworld - 19 min walk
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 3 min drive
  • Opapake Pa - 3 min drive
  • Aranui Cave - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Waitomo Homestead - 9 min drive
  • Waitomo General Store - 17 min walk
  • Huhu Cafe - 16 min walk
  • Golden Lantern Takeaways - 17 min drive
  • Roselands Farm & Garden Restaurant - 10 min drive

About this property

Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing

Property highlights
Close to Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing provides amenities such as a playground. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Outdoor furniture and smoke-free property
Room features
All guestrooms at Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing feature comforts such as free WiFi and dining tables.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers
  • Kitchenettes, fridges and microwaves

Property manager

Shaokang

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Playground

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Fridge

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Frequently asked questions

Is Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing?

As of 1 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing on 2 May 2024 start from HK$818.56, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing located?

Situated in Waitomo Caves, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Woodlyn Park and Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Caveworld and Opapake Pa are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Debbie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Something different
We really enjoyed the repurposed train car, it was just right for 2. It also has a bedroom for 3 more, but given the 1 bath, our 2 were enough. Walking distance to both principal restaurants and market, as well as glow worm cave. Very pleased to have stayed here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Christine E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique stay
Quirky, interesting, different
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve H., Poplar Bluff, Mo.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique
Very unique vrbo. Everything was great. The check in hours were limited though
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann H., Livermore

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful adventure
This most unusual accommodation – in a train car – is located in an extremely peaceful and quiet valley. The place has other unusual accommodations like an airplane and a hobbit motel. Check in at the front office was very easy and professional. Would love to go there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Alisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staying in the train car was a unique and enjoyable experience. It had everything we needed. Note: the wifi hotspot is strongest in the bathroom lol! The location was convenient to Waitomo and the host offered suggestions of nearby sites to visit. We took a drive to see the natural bridge, cave, and waterfall, all of which were close together and a short walk from the road. Highly recommend those! And star gazing at night from the little deck was amazing. Overall a great stay with lots of special memories for me and my family!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

MARTHA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Interesting facility. Second bedroom is only accessible through the first bedroom, as was the bathroom. A bit shabby but clean. Beautiful views.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ali E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Stay Close to the Caves
My friend and I stayed in the train car for one night following the Black Abyss Waitomo Caves excursion. I didn’t want to drive far in the dark after our cave adventure, and the train car was less than a 5 minute drive away. The train car is extremely well maintained. Back room can be a bit chilly as the heating unit is in the central bedroom, but there were plenty of blankets to keep warm. I would describe the larger bed as on the firm (but comfy!) side and the back bedroom beds as being less firm/more springy. The amount of space inside was impressive. The setting is absolutely serene. WIFI was decent for that kind of rural area. The host was excellent at communicating and happily accommodated our need for a contactless late night self check in. We couldn’t be happier and would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ken H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rest break
All good but did not like having the bed where it was. One side is against the wall. It was like being in a caravan, hard to get in and out of the bed without waking my partner.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regi G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Carriage
So cozy and warm, very clean and tidy, best sleep we have had for a very long time. Thank you Just a suggestion, maybe write up some history on the carriage if you have it or can access it. That would be pretty cool to be able to read about the carriages life
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to the Caves and very charming
It was lovely to be able to go right from our cave tours to this lodging. A three minute drive. And the Huhu cafe right back up the road was an easy and good dinner--nice recommendation at checkin. Above all we enjoyed the charming train car as a unique place to stay. Everything was comfortable, and the curved roof panels and nice bathroom added to the back were nice touches.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022