Piopio

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On the long drive between the Coromandel and New Plymouth I saw a sign for "Hobbit filming location" in Piopio. Swinging a right off the main road, 15km later through the most beautiful farmland and some gravel roads and I arrive at Hairy Feet Waitomo, a farm where the troll scenes from the Hobbit were shot. Getting to explore the farm with Suzy the owner was an incredible experience, not to mention seeing the exact spots where scenes were filmed. So glad I followed my instincts and turned right!
On the long drive between the Coromandel and New Plymouth I saw a sign for "Hobbit filming location" in Piopio. Swinging a right off the main road, 15km later through the most beautiful farmland and some gravel roads and I arrive at Hairy Feet Waitomo, a farm where the troll scenes from the Hobbit were shot. Getting to explore the farm with Suzy the owner was an incredible experience, not to mention seeing the exact spots where scenes were filmed. So glad I followed my instincts and turned right!

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Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery

Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery

3 out of 5
12 Ruru Street Piopio Waikato
The price is S$95 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
S$95
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Piopio. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.8/10 Excellent! (209 reviews)
Spotless roomand facilities, great staff. Communal kitchen and lounge area were a fabulous bonus. And toast, cereal and coffee at any time in the kitchen.

Reviewed on 22 Feb, 2026

Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery
Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka

3 out of 5
Hotel Access Rd. Waitomo Caves
The price is S$72 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
S$72
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Waitomo Caves. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Caveworld ...
9/10 Wonderful! (241 reviews)
Great staff and unique location

Reviewed on 27 Feb, 2026

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka
Waitomo Lodge

Waitomo Lodge

2 out of 5
62 Te Kumi Rd Te Kuiti Waikato
The price is S$136 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
S$136
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Te Kuiti. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (257 reviews)
The staff was unhelpful. The place was dark and dingy. The road noise literally shook the room. Not a lot places to stay near the caves but avoid this one.

Reviewed on 27 Feb, 2026

Waitomo Lodge
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Woodlyn Park

Woodlyn Park

3.5 out of 5
1177 Waitomo Valley Road Waitomo Caves Waikato
Stay at this aparthotel in Waitomo Caves. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Woodlyn Park ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (259 reviews)
Great design need a bit updating.

Reviewed on 19 Feb, 2026

Woodlyn Park
Te Tiro Accommodation

Te Tiro Accommodation

2 out of 5
970 Te Anga Rd Waitomo Caves Waikato
Stay at this cottage in Waitomo Caves. Enjoy free parking, a garden and a picnic area. Popular attractions Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Aranui Cave are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
Lovely little rural stay — quiet, clean, and very comfortable. Great hosts with great local knowledge spots to visit and a perfect spot to relax away from the city. Would happily stay again.

Reviewed on 12 Jan, 2026

Te Tiro Accommodation
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