Title: Visit Piopio: Best of Piopio Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Piopio](https://expedia.ca/Piopio-Hotels.d6272432.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Piopio](https://expedia.ca/Piopio-Vacation-Rentals.d6272432.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Things to do in Piopio](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Piopio.d6272432.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Piopio Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Piopio.d6272432.Car-Rental-Guide)[Piopio Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Piopio.d6272432.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Piopio ## Travel Guide ![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!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6272432/9c474d57-9843-4f46-8be7-de14498292ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![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!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6272432/9c474d57-9843-4f46-8be7-de14498292ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Piopio ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_6272432) - Piopio Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Piopio ![Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6240000/6233400/6233319/91b0c719_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fat Owl Motel, Bar & Eatery 12 Ruru Street Piopio Waikato Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $90 CA $103 total Feb 24 - Feb 25 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Piopio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. 8.8/10 Excellent! (204 reviews) Room was comfortable, food and drinks in the restaurant excellent and the staff was lovely. Manager Dee fantastic. Thank you for another lovely stay Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=6233319&PinnedHotelID=6233319&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6272432) ![Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19530000/19526500/19526472/e8d69099_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Waitomo Village Chalets Home of Kiwipaka Hotel Access Rd. Waitomo Caves CA $72 CA $83 total Mar 19 - Mar 20 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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (235 reviews) Rooms were clean and presentable. Staff accomodated with a very late checkin and early breakfast requirements. Only negative, not enough parking for number of units on site. Overall will definetely come again Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F03%2F2026&endDate=20%2F03%2F2026&selected=19526472&PinnedHotelID=19526472&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6272432) ![Waitomo Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72950000/72941500/72941486/fce7a0fc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Waitomo Lodge 62 Te Kumi Rd Te Kuiti Waikato CA $127 CA $146 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Te Kuiti. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (250 reviews) Staff very helpful. Convenient location on my travels. Room as described Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=72941486&PinnedHotelID=72941486&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6272432) [See all 51 properties in Piopio](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=21%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6272432) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Woodlyn Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16010000/16000300/16000266/cceffeeb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Woodlyn Park 1177 Waitomo Valley Road Waitomo Caves Waikato Stay at this aparthotel in Waitomo Caves. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Woodlyn Park ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (258 reviews) Location was great, we stayed in the tail end of the plan, for tall people remember to bob down as we smacked our heads on a regular basis. Basic accommodation but it had a fridge, small kitchen area shower and toilet. Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Waitomo-Caves-Hotels-Woodlyn-Park.h16000266.Hotel-Information) ![Effort Unit Waitanic Park Waitomo Woodlyn Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36190000/36182200/36182179/w1276h850x4y4-65b86d4e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Effort Unit Waitanic Park Waitomo Woodlyn Park Waitomo Waikato Stay at this houseboat in Waitomo Caves. Enjoy a picnic area. Popular attractions Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Woodlyn Park are located nearby. 6/10 (2 reviews) The room felt damp and smelt musky. The property required maintenance and updating. Fun for little kids. Power point for tv a worry, with cords not safely plugged in Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Waitomo-Caves-Hotels-Waitomo-Woodlyn-Park-Waitanic-Endeavour-Unit.h36182179.Hotel-Information) ![MOKAU 'Number One'
Bach situated 5 minutes drive from Mokau
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Bach situated 5 minutes drive from Mokau
1 Briscoe st Awakino Awakino Waikato Stay at this vacation home in Awakino. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and in-room fireplaces. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. 9.8/10 Exceptional! (147 reviews) very unique place, unique stay and experience. the place is clean and has what we need. Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Awakino-Hotels-Quiet-Coastal-Bach.h73778896.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Piopio](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6272432&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Piopio hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6272432&startDate=2026-02-19&endDate=2026-02-20)[Feb 19 - Feb 20](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6272432&startDate=2026-02-19&endDate=2026-02-20) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6272432&startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21)[Feb 20 - Feb 21](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6272432&startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21) [This weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6272432&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[Feb 20 - Feb 22](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6272432&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6272432&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026)[Feb 27 - Mar 1](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6272432&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026) ## Cities near Piopio ![farm tours with Real New Zealand Adventures](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635926198208/ce755fe5-c1e7-4927-8e24-a8e0b927e622.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mahoenui - Cities near Piopio - Places of interest [Mahoenui](https://expedia.ca/Mahoenui.dx553248635926198208) - [Waitomo Glowworm Caves ](https://expedia.ca/Waitomo-Glowworm-Caves-Waitomo-Caves.d6111834.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app