Sir Colin Meads
Sir Colin Meads, Rora Street, Te Kūiti 3910, New Zealand- Statue
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About this hotel
Convenient Location:
Located just 19 km from the famous Waitomo Glow Worm Caves, Motel Te Kuiti offers a perfect base for exploring the wonders of the area.
Cozy Accommodation:
Our rooms are equipped with kitchenettes including a fridge, microwave, and toaster, ensuring a comfortable stay for our guests.
Free Amenities:
Enjoy complimentary WiFi and private parking during your stay at Motel Te Kuiti.
Book your stay now at Motel Te Kuiti and experience comfort and convenience during your visit to Te Kuiti.
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Important Information
A deposit may be required at the property.
Stay Details
Check-in from
02:00 PM
Check-out by
10:00 AM
Parking
FREE
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Amenities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Private parking
Private check-in/check-out
Daily housekeeping
Shared kitchen
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Fire extinguishers
Invoice provided
Smoke alarms
CCTV outside property
Room Types
Standard Family Room
Up to 4 guests20 sqm2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
The fully equipped kitchenette has a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster. The air-conditioned family room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a dining area as well as garden views. The unit has 3 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 3 children
Beds
2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
20 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerShowerSafety deposit boxTelephoneAir conditioningHair dryerKitchenetteRefrigeratorSeating AreaFanMicrowaveHeatingSatellite channelsAlarm clockDining areaElectric kettle
Queen Studio
Up to 3 guests20 sqmTwin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
The studio features air conditioning and a tea and coffee maker. The unit has 2 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 3 guests
3 adults · 2 children
Beds
Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
20 sqm
In-room amenities
Coffee/tea makerAir conditioningSatellite channelsClothes rack
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Guest reviews(702 total)
Provider-sourced guest reviews.
10/10
Reviewed Sep 12, 2026Cosy
Nothing
9/10
Reviewed Sep 1, 2026A+
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7/10
Reviewed Aug 22, 2026Nice friendly welcome and accomodating staff who changed my room as the park was so tight with the other tenants parking
Just my thoughts, it was overpriced for what it was
9/10
Reviewed Aug 3, 2026We arrived late after 9pm closing time. Receptionist answered the door and made us feel welcomed and even left the heater on for us. 5 out of 5 for customer service. Thank you Motel Te Kuiti keep up da good work.👍
10/10
Reviewed Jul 25, 2026Kind friendly staff Helpful and quick ✅ checking in as i booked online First appearance was very neat tidy clear and smelt clean It looked clean too Extra milk and coffee was provided and the room was Comfortable and warm All appliances worked well Safe and secure Will stay again
Tidiness Extra provisions Helpful
8/10
Reviewed Jul 20, 2026The room was clean and well presented. The staff were very friendly and commited to provide great service. The location was central which meant I could walk to the town centre.
Not applicable. Everything was great. I have nothing to add here.
8/10
Reviewed Jul 17, 2026Location was good. Close to town. Nice pressure for the shower and nice staff.
Little bit older.
10/10
Reviewed Jul 16, 2026Amazing & Beautiful location during the peak winter stay, they provided us two heaters for our stay room which was also well insulated and the hospitality of Heena(The manager) was amazing 💯/💯
N/A
8/10
Reviewed Jul 9, 2026It was all very well looked after, lovely person at reception who showed me everything and offered more milk if I needed it.
Nothing really, lovely reception.
10/10
Reviewed Jun 23, 2026Helped me checking in after hours
10/10
Reviewed Jun 12, 2026The comfortable beds.
8/10
Reviewed Jun 2, 2026It was half way for our trip and close to town
The room was cold and dark when we arrived
8/10
Reviewed May 29, 2026Hot water was instantaneous. Problem with the TV was quickly delt with by management.
Road noise. Somewhere to place toiletries in bathroom would be helpful.
5/10
Reviewed May 23, 2026Centrally located
Small pokey room, struggle to access our luggage
9/10
Reviewed May 18, 2026Great location and comfortable.
Nil
8/10
Reviewed May 17, 2026Was clean and warm. Good value for money.
Nothing. Bathroom a bit tired but clean.
10/10
Reviewed May 10, 2026Very comfortable bed. Soft pillows. Good towels. Friendly operators.
A small minibar containing a few drinks and snacks.
9/10
Reviewed May 8, 2026Удобное расположение! До Пещеры Светлячков ехать 20 мин. За деньги, которые заплатили самый был лучший вариант. Магазины рядом.
10/10
Reviewed May 4, 2026Clean, tidy and warm!
10/10
Reviewed May 3, 2026Great place, great people. Highly recommend
6/10
Reviewed Apr 29, 2026Location to town is good
The toilet and vanity badly needed replacement. Tiny shower. A revamp is badly in need for what they are charging.
7/10
Reviewed Apr 27, 2026Basic but clean
7/10
Reviewed Apr 23, 2026Great location for walking into town. Close to shops and cafés. Main part of the unit heated up quickly with the heat pump and stayed warm throughout the night. Comfortable beds.
A reading light both sides of the queen bed would have been nice and an extraction fan in the bathroom.
8/10
Reviewed Apr 19, 2026Clean, comfortable beds, hot blankets on the beds.
Unit was in need of maintenance. Armchair and upholstered dining chairs threadbare, stained and dirty. Otherwise, clean and tidy.
9/10
Reviewed Apr 15, 2026This was very handy as working in Tē Kūiti. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Great location for people working in Tē Kūiti., but far enough aways from the town.
7/10
Reviewed Apr 8, 2026na
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8/10
Reviewed Apr 7, 2026we didnt have the breakfast
9/10
Reviewed Apr 6, 2026Friendly and helpful host
9/10
Reviewed Apr 5, 2026A very convenient stop over. For myself and family.
Cars parked directly in front of rooms, motel style. But they left early...
8/10
Reviewed Apr 5, 2026Super clean. Very efficient check in. Very friendly.
Dated but super clean and warm room
8/10
Reviewed Mar 30, 2026Friendly staff, facilities were clean and beds were comfy.
10/10
Reviewed Mar 28, 2026Tout bien vraiment très belle chambre
Un peu bruyant la nuit avec la route grand passage
9/10
Reviewed Mar 24, 2026The room was clean and tidy. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
The single beds were a little uncomfortable and too narrow.
7/10
Reviewed Mar 22, 2026Vicinity
Only one lounge seat
8/10
Reviewed Mar 20, 2026Friendly staff
10/10
Reviewed Mar 20, 2026Quiet lovely place to stay
9/10
Reviewed Mar 17, 2026The host was very helpful and welcoming. The room was very clean and comfortable.
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7/10
Reviewed Mar 13, 2026War nahe des Zentrums. War sauber und zweckmässig. Preis Leistung sehr gut.
Nichts.
9/10
Reviewed Mar 12, 2026Great staff/owners. Cosy bed, good shower water pressure. Got a great night's sleep there. Decent size, roomy bathroom.
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Mar 9, 2026Great staff, very clean and comfortable. 24hr kitchen , microwave, fridge, heated electric blankets, nice showers. Everything was a 10/10 and I will be back.
Nothing.
10/10
Reviewed Feb 23, 2026Central
9/10
Reviewed Feb 22, 2026Good location
10/10
Reviewed Feb 13, 2026Have stayed at this Motel possibly 10 times over the as many years with exceptional value with different owners that the place has had over the years
Nil
7/10
Reviewed Feb 12, 2026Very peaceful place. Nice lady owner.
10/10
Reviewed Feb 12, 2026Lovely staff and very clean
8/10
Reviewed Feb 11, 2026Close to town off street parking
9/10
Reviewed Feb 8, 2026Overall excellent. Friendly welcome. Very accommodating. Beds were super comfy. Will come again.
8/10
Reviewed Jan 20, 2026The staff were lovely and extremely easy to communicate with. We were arriving later than expected and it was a stress free experience, it was no problem for them. It was clean and had everything we needed for a short stay.
Slightly dated rooms but nothing wrong with them. Could have done with an iron in the room and a fan in the bathroom
8/10
Reviewed Jan 20, 2026The location met my travel needs however it is close to a busy street and at times traffic could be heard (felt). Fortunately I did not experience any issues after 22:00.
5/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026Very basic motel. Couple of put dated amenities. An upgrade would be good
The uncomfortable bed. A new mattress would be good plus firmer pillows.
9/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026clean and comfortable and great service.
8/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026Needed better air vent in the bathroom.
8/10
Reviewed Jan 19, 2026Quite adequate for our needs that night ,Sky TV was good
Bedside lamp did not work
8/10
Reviewed Jan 14, 2026Easy to book Quit of the st
Hole in wall
5/10
Reviewed Jan 8, 2026Location was handy, easy to find and close to shops and restaurants.
Being on a major road, there's a lot of traffic noise. Also very disconcerting was the fact that our room's walls and floor would literally shake when large vehicles drove by.
10/10
Reviewed Jan 4, 2026Location - Facilities - Homely
Leaving!
Guest Feedback
Feedback themes are sourced from guest reviews provided by our data provider.
What guests love
- •Friendly staff
- •Good value for money
Areas to consider
- •Traffic noise
- •Cleanliness issues
Cleanliness
8.03/10Comments mentioned needing better cleanliness and care in rooms.
Service
9.5/10Guests highlighted friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.04/10Location was convenient, though there were noise issues.
Room Quality
7.99/10The rooms were criticized for maintenance and noise.
Amenities
8.52/10Basic amenities were sufficient, but some improvements needed.
Value for Money
8.98/10Room was considered good value for what was provided.
Food and Beverage
9.03/10No specific mentions, but standard for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
9.3/10Varied experiences but notably good service and location.