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A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a toilet, and a window.

Two blue armchairs with patterned cushions, a small wall-mounted light, and a wooden table in a room with beige walls.

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, wooden paneling on the walls, a nightstand with a phone, and a window with curtains.

A room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck with a wooden railing.

1. Waitomo Lodge

1.4 km from Big Shearer

Shamaram

NT$2,279

NT$2,620 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A wooden table set outdoors with chairs, potted plants, and a bottle of wine.

A view from a covered area with a stone pathway leading to a rural landscape.

A bedroom with a large bed, a chandelier, a dresser, a TV, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

A large house with a spacious garden, a greenhouse, and a driveway.

2. Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B

11.7 km from Big Shearer

Sharon

NT$1,540

NT$1,771 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a kitchen with cabinets and a refrigerator, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A wooden staircase surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants, leading to a building with a brick wall.

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a parking area.

A cozy room with a beige sofa, a small round table, and a chair. There's a window with curtains, a framed photo on the wall, and an air conditioning unit above.

3. Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

9.5 km from Big Shearer

Matthew

NT$2,849

NT$3,277 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A wooden deck with tables and chairs, a red building with windows, and a wooden fence.

A red building with a white roof, surrounded by trees and a paved path.

A cozy room with a sofa, chairs, a small table, and a window with a view of trees.

A bedroom with a large bed, a window with curtains, a bedside table, and a wall-mounted light.

4. Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka

9.4 km from Big Shearer

Lynette

NT$1,568

NT$1,803 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A well-maintained lawn with a stone pathway leading to a building.

A neatly made bed with a blue quilt, a wooden headboard with the word "OWLS" on it, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small tray with coffee items.

Two framed artworks depicting architectural scenes.

A bar area with wooden walls, a red carpet, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

5. Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery

19.7 km from Big Shearer

Alexandra

NT$1,575

NT$1,812 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A modern house with a covered porch, a number '9' sign, and a small outdoor seating area with chairs and a table.

A view from inside a room with a wooden floor and metal door frame, looking out to a green field and trees under a partly cloudy sky.

A single-story, white building with a covered porch and a small front yard.

A swimming pool with a brick border, surrounded by white chairs and a fenced playground area.

6. Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park

9.5 km from Big Shearer

Rochelle

NT$2,100

NT$2,415 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A rustic building with a red roof, a wooden pergola, and a gravel pathway leading to the entrance.

A Hobbiton-themed park with a pond, trees, and a building with round windows.

A room with large windows offering a view of a forested area.

A dining area with a round wooden table and chairs, a hanging light fixture, and large windows with curtains.

7. Woodlyn Park

9.9 km from Big Shearer

Binglin

NT$3,402

NT$3,913 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A rustic stone archway framing a lush garden with a sunset view.

A playground with a slide, a climbing structure, and a wooden swing set.

A patio area with a table and chairs, a white wall with a lattice design, and a large hydrangea bush with white and blue flowers.

A rural village with thatched-roof cottages, a pond, and a stone bridge.

8. Palm Court Motel

16.6 km from Big Shearer

Sajan

NT$2,520

NT$2,898 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A swimming pool with a curved glass enclosure, a man kneeling by the pool, and a blue sky visible through the structure.

A reception area with a sign, a building with a green roof, and a pathway leading to the building.

A playground with a trampoline and a swing set, surrounded by green grass and trees.

A compact kitchen with a central island, a microwave, a toaster, and a refrigerator.

9. Otorohanga Kiwi Holiday Park

16.8 km from Big Shearer

Timothy

NT$2,058

NT$2,366 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A two-story house with a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery and a gravel driveway.

A small, single-story building with a covered porch, a sliding glass door, and a small patio area with a table and chairs.

A hotel room with a checkered bedspread, a chair, and a view of a fenced garden through a sliding glass door.

A swimming pool with people in the water and a table with an umbrella in the background.

10. Glowworm Motel

9.2 km from Big Shearer

kathir

NT$2,022

NT$2,326 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a pebble border. There are lounge chairs and a small table near the pool.

A compact kitchen with a dining table and chairs, a microwave, a sink, and cabinets.

A bedroom with a bed, a black leather sofa, a small round table, and a framed picture on the wall.

A doorway leading to a kitchen area with cabinets and a countertop.

11. Otorohanga & Waitomo Motels

17.8 km from Big Shearer

Cheryl

NT$2,513

NT$2,889 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels close to Big Shearer

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Waitomo Lodge	9.0 Wonderful 297 reviews	View
Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B	9.2 Wonderful 449 reviews	View
Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge	9.4 Exceptional 503 reviews	View
Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka	8.8 Excellent 284 reviews	View
Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery	9.0 Wonderful 227 reviews	View

Top Big Shearer Hotel Reviews

Waitomo Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were well maintained and very clean. The lady at reception couldn’t have been more helpful. A fantastic place to stay"

Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and very quiet area which was perfect after a long flight. Lovely place to stay"

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka

8/10 Good

"Friendly staff, perfect location for waitomo area and very comfy beds!!!"

Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery

8/10 Good

"Big plus, there is a bar and eatery associated with the motel and the food was excellent. The room was a bit small for two people but it was clean. The night was really quiet and you get a good night sleep. Staff was quite nice. Would book it again when in the area."

Matariki Motor Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"A lovely warm welcome. Yhe room was very coean and fresh feeling. A bit noisy because its close to a main road. But not overly. Easy check in and check out. Great amenities"

Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park

8/10 Good

"Convenient stress free stay"

Otorohanga & Waitomo Motels

8/10 Good

"Friendly helpful staff Basic, just stayed one night. Forgot to ask about milk generally that in the fridge? Other reviews were right about truck noise late into the night and early morning. But seems to be the same for other accomodation in the area"

Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

8/10 Good

"Very convenient location to stay while exploring the area and Waitimo caves. They are less than 5 mins away from the various cave exploration options, provide a continental breakfast and offer a washer and dryer for $5 a load each."

Glowworm Motel

8/10 Good

"i liked that it was close to where i wanted to go, basic but nice"

Other attractions near Big Shearer

Waitomo Glowworm Caves

9.6/10 (358 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Waitomo Glowworm Caves during your travels in Waitomo Caves. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Te Kuiti Railway Station

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Te Kuiti Railway Station in Te Kuiti. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its cafes.

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Opapake Pa

6.8/10 (3 reviews)

Find out about the history of Waitomo Caves when you take a trip to Opapake Pa. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre

Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre is just one of the places to see in Waitomo Caves, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the spas in this quaint area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Caveworld

9.2/10 (19 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Caveworld during your travels in Waitomo Caves. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Woodlyn Park

8.4/10 (30 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Woodlyn Park, a lovely green space in Waitomo Caves. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Ruakuri Cave

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ruakuri Cave during your travels in Waitomo Caves. Visit the spas in this relaxing area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Aranui Cave

9.4/10 (54 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Aranui Cave, a lovely green space in Waitomo Caves. While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Big Shearer?

Big Shearer is located in a welcoming area of Te Kuiti known for its array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 5 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Big Shearer?

Located a short 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Big Shearer, Waitomo Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good options around the area include Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka and Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge.

How many hotels will I find near Big Shearer?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Big Shearer.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Big Shearer, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Big Shearer.

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Our top choices for Big Shearer hotels

1. Waitomo Lodge

2. Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B

3. Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

4. Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka

5. Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery

6. Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park

7. Woodlyn Park

8. Palm Court Motel

9. Otorohanga Kiwi Holiday Park

10. Glowworm Motel

11. Otorohanga & Waitomo Motels

Compare popular hotels close to Big Shearer

Top Big Shearer Hotel Reviews

Waitomo Lodge

Waitomo Orchard Estate B&B

Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka

Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery

Matariki Motor Lodge

Waitomo Top 10 Holiday Park

Otorohanga & Waitomo Motels

Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

Glowworm Motel

Other attractions near Big Shearer

Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Te Kuiti Railway Station

Opapake Pa

Waitomo Caves Discovery Centre

Caveworld

Woodlyn Park

Ruakuri Cave

Aranui Cave

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