Matamata

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Hobbiton Movie Set showing a house
Hobbiton Movie Set featuring tranquil scenes and landscape views
Hobbiton Movie Set which includes a park
Hobbiton Movie Set featuring landscape views, a lake or waterhole and tranquil scenes
Tower Road Motel

Tower Road Motel

3.5 out of 5
108 Tower Road, Matamata
Fully refundable
The price is ₩109,192 per night from Nov 30 to Dec 1
₩109,192
₩125,571 total
Nov 30 - Dec 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Matamata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (560 reviews)
great stay it was clean and quiet

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

Tower Road Motel
Horse and Jockey Inn

Horse and Jockey Inn

2.5 out of 5
85 Arawa St, Matamata, Waikato
The price is ₩96,978 per night from Nov 18 to Nov 19
₩96,978
₩128,048 total
Nov 18 - Nov 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Matamata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.4/10 (253 reviews)
The room and bathrooms were to be as expected for backpacking. When I checked in I was told that I would get new towles the next day but didn't. I asked around 4pm for new towels and was told they would let housekeeping know. When leaving around 5pm I was again told I'd have new towels. When I returned ...

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

Horse and Jockey Inn
O'Reilly's Motel

O'Reilly's Motel

2.5 out of 5
187 Firth St Matamata Waikato
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₩102,794 per night from Nov 30 to Dec 1
₩102,794
₩118,218 total
Nov 30 - Dec 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Matamata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hobbiton Movie Set and Wairere Falls are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (24 reviews)
Basic motel, but room was really large, and staff were friendly and helpful. Had everything you need when you need a bed for the night.

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025

O'Reilly's Motel
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.
18th Avenue Thermal Motel

18th Avenue Thermal Motel

3.5 out of 5
50 Eighteenth Avenue, Tauranga
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Tauranga. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Mount Maunganui and Tenpin Tauranga are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (246 reviews)
Comfortable, decent place at the right price. I wish we had more time to relax and enjoy.

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025

18th Avenue Thermal Motel
Lake Karapiro Mighty River Domain

Lake Karapiro Mighty River Domain

2 out of 5
601 Maungatautari Road Maungatautari
Stay at this campground in Maungatautari. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sir Don Rowlands Centre at Mighty River ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (69 reviews)
Lovely spot

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

Lake Karapiro Mighty River Domain
Kauri Lodge Karapiro

Kauri Lodge Karapiro

3 out of 5
957 / 4 Taotaoroa Road Karapiro Waikato
Stay at this aparthotel in Karapiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Hobbiton Movie Set and The Red Barn are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (110 reviews)
This is an amazing property perfect for a travelling family. Many lovely extra touches including heated blankets, toys, and a full kitchen. It feels like you have just stepped into the Shire complete with a very friendly host.

Reviewed on Aug 26, 2025

Kauri Lodge Karapiro
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.

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Reviews of Matamata

4.2
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 40%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 44%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 12%
2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Solid main street with good dining and easy parking. If you're in that part of the country, this is a good place to make an overnight.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

It is a nice small town, and easy to get to Hobbiton, but there is much more to do if you have a car to get around.

5/5 - Excellent

Neridah

A beautiful area with a good selection of dining options.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Enjoyed dinner and drinks at The Redoubt Bar and Eatery in town. Good food. Good service.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Just OK. They are lucky that they have Hobbiton.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

I wouldn’t recommend going to the Waitomo Caves. It’s cool, but not worth the long drive from Matamata.