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Experience life on the rails without leaving your comforts behind! Explore nearby natural wonders or enjoy quality time in this cozy train carriage retreat.

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Property grounds
Hair dryer
2 bedrooms, free WiFi
Dining
Interior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is SAR 376
SAR 500 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb

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About the neighborhood

Map
Waitomo, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Woodlyn Park - 1 min walk
  • Altura Gardens & Wildlife Park - 10 min walk
  • Caveworld - 19 min walk
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 3 min drive
  • Aranui Cave - 9 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Roselands Farm & Garden Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Waitomo Homestead - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Waitomo General Store - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bosco Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Huhu Cafe - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing

Guesthouse near Waitomo Glowworm Caves
Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing provides a playground and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing offer comforts such as free WiFi and dining tables.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves

Property manager

Shaokang

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Things to do

  • Playground

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have 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

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

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
Onsite 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

Property is also known as

Express 1918 Train Carriage Change Listing Preview Listing

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 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?

Check-out 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 mi (3 km).

Waitomo Express - 1918 Train Carriage Change listing Preview listing Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A unique experience
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical Stay
Excellent service. Well thought out accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Christine E.

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

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

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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quirky, Warm and Cozy..
Loved it!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Maree G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quirky and comfortable
Stayed in the converted train carriage. Cleverly laid out accommodation making full use of the carriage. Close to Waitomo caves and other activities. Lovely rural outlook.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overnight stay
Loved the unique experience. Beds could do with upgrading to ensure a comfortable sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marama F.

Liked: Cleanliness
bucolic
fun quirky accommodation and idyllic rural location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kevan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique Cosy Train
Our stay in the train was wonderful! So close to Waitomo, to do the tours and see the great sights around the area made this place perfect. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Katherine M.

Different
The train carriage was cute & different. It was comfortable & the sun in the afternoon warmed the carriage up beautifully.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019