Panorama Motor Inn offers Te Kuiti accommodation for couples, families, business travellers, groups and guests visiting Waitomo Caves. Choose from comfortable studio rooms, a king studio with spa, triple studio accommodation and 1-bedroom units with kitchen or kitchenette facilities.
Rooms include practical motel facilities such as heating, electric blankets, ensuites, fridge, toaster, tea and coffee facilities, televisions and daily servicing. The motel also offers parking, a restaurant and bar, conference facilities and direct online booking.
Small Studio
A smaller overnight studio room that has a king-size bed.
Parking is available directly adjacent to the room (this does, however, have a slightly step gradient up to the park).
- Max: 2 persons
- Complimentary Tea & Coffee Facilities, Toaster, Microwave, Fridge
- Beds: 1 king-size
- Bathroom: Shower
King Bed Studio
This studio has a king-size bed.
- Max: 2 persons
- Complimentary Tea & Coffee Facilities, Toaster, Microwave, Fridge
- Beds: 1 king-size
- Bathroom: shower
Triple Studio
This studio has a queen-size bed as well as a single bed.
Has a fantastic view over the town and countryside, with a shared balcony along the front leading to the restaurant.
- Max: 3 persons
- Complimentary Tea & Coffee Facilities, Toaster, Microwave, Fridge
- Beds: 1 queen-size, 1 single
- Bathroom: shower
Premium Studio
This studio has a king-size bed, complimentary tea and coffee facilities, microwave, toaster and a fridge.
- Max: 2 persons
- Cooking: kitchenette
- Beds: 1 king-size
- Bathroom: shower
King Studio With Spa
This studio room features a spa bath and a kitchenette with a microwave, refrigerator, toaster and tea and coffee maker.
- Max: 2 persons
- Cooking: kitchenette
- Beds: 1 king-size
- Bathroom: spa bath
1-Bedroom Kitchen Unit
This 1-bedroom family unit has a double bed in the bedroom and 2 single beds in the lounge/kitchenette area.
- Max: 4 persons
- Cooking: kitchen
- Beds: 1 double, 2 singles
- Bathroom: shower
Family Unit
This 1-bedroom family unit has a king-size bed in the bedroom and 2 single beds in the lounge/kitchenette area.
- Max: 4 persons
- Cooking: kitchenette
- Beds: 1 king-size, 2 singles
- Bathroom: shower
1-Bedroom Ground Floor
This unit has a double bed in the bedroom and 2 single beds in the front kitchenette/lounge area. Facilities include a fridge, microwave, electric jug, toaster, complimentary tea and coffee.
- Max: 4 persons
- Cooking: kitchenette
- Beds: 1 double, 2 singles
- Bathroom: shower
Room Facilities
- Wireless internet (limited free data)
- Televisions
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Heating
- Electric blankets
- Ensuites with shower
- Fridge
- Toaster
- Microwave in most rooms
- Rooms serviced daily
Motel Facilities
- Function centre with conference facilities
- Wedding venue
- Wake-up calls available
- Hairdryer available
- Iron and ironing board available on request
- Swimming pool (temporarily unavailable)
- Room service continental breakfast trays available (cooked breakfasts available for group bookings in the restaurant on request)
- Restaurant and bar (sorry the restaurant is closed on Sundays and public holidays)
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Truck-Friendly Accommodation
We proudly cater to the trucking industry and welcome professional drivers travelling through the region. Panorama Motor Inn offers dedicated truck parking by advance arrangement, along with hearty, substantial meals and packed lunches to help keep you fuelled for the road.
If you are booking online and will be travelling with a truck, please let us know when making your reservation so we can allocate a suitable parking space for your vehicle. Truck parking is limited, so advance notice is appreciated and helps us ensure a space is available. Truck parking is for trucks only; trailers need to be dropped at yards.
Whether you are stopping overnight or taking a well-earned break, we are here to provide a comfortable stay, great food and convenient facilities for truck drivers.
Te Kuiti Accommodation FAQs
Where is Panorama Motor Inn located?
Panorama Motor Inn is located at 59 Awakino Road in Te Kuiti, New Zealand, in the King Country region of the central North Island.
How close is Panorama Motor Inn to Waitomo Caves?
The motel is about a 15-minute drive from Waitomo tourism adventures and activities, including the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, black-water rafting, abseiling, the Lost World, skydiving and horse trekking.
What accommodation options are available?
Accommodation options include studio rooms, king bed studios, triple studios, a premium studio, a king studio with spa, 1-bedroom kitchen units, family units and 1-bedroom ground floor units.
Is Panorama Motor Inn suitable for families?
Yes. The motel has 1-bedroom units and family units that sleep up to 4 people, with kitchen or kitchenette facilities in selected rooms.
Does Panorama Motor Inn have a restaurant and bar?
Yes. Panorama Motor Inn has an on-site restaurant and bar. The restaurant caters for in-house guests and local clientele, and is closed on Sundays and public holidays.
Is parking available?
Yes. Parking is available, and some rooms have parking directly adjacent to the room.
Can guests book direct?
Yes. Guests can book direct through the Book Online links on the website or enquire with the motel using the contact form, phone numbers or email link.
Does Panorama Motor Inn offer conference or function facilities?
Yes. The motel facilities include a function centre with conference facilities, a wedding venue, and restaurant catering for group bookings on request.




















