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
Horse and Jockey Inn
Horse and Jockey Inn
2.5 out of 5
85 Arawa St, Matamata, Waikato
The price is AED 197 per night from Dec 23 to Dec 24
AED 197
AED 271 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
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 (218 reviews)
"The food at the Horse and Jockey restaurant was excellent. So far, my favorite fish and chips, ever. There was no AC but the oscillating fan overcame that. The town was lively and lovely. Great stay."

Reviewed on 21 December 2024

Horse and Jockey Inn
Tower Road Motel
Tower Road Motel
3.5 out of 5
108 Tower Road, Matamata
The price is AED 334 per night from Dec 23 to Dec 24
AED 334
AED 384 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
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! (498 reviews)
"What a delightfully retro Motel!!! We loved the location (just outside of town), easy parking in front of our room and plenty of space for our stay. Also, Andy the owner was very welcoming."

Reviewed on 18 December 2024

Tower Road Motel
The Red Shed
Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD
The Red Shed Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD
Matamata
The price is AED 457 per night from Dec 30 to Dec 31
AED 457
AED 639 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Book a stay at this family-friendly B&B in Matamata. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a garden. Popular attractions Hobbiton Movie Set and Founders Park ...
10/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
The red Shed
"Easy to find central location, Maria is lovely to deal with and accommodation was perfect for our overnight stay & great to have pet friendly place. Thank you 🙏"

Reviewed on 23 September 2024

The Red Shed Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD
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.
The Wash- House B&B 
Quirky Historic Cottage set in a quiet country location
The Wash- House B&B Quirky Historic Cottage set in a quiet country location
Matamata
Stay at this cottage in Matamata. Enjoy patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Wairere Falls and Founders Park are located nearby.
The Wash- House B&B Quirky Historic Cottage set in a quiet country location
Nights on Broadway - beautiful apartment in MATAMATA
Nights on Broadway - beautiful apartment in MATAMATA
Matamata
Stay at this apartment in Matamata. Popular attractions Founders Park and Wairere Falls are located nearby.
Nights on Broadway - beautiful apartment in MATAMATA
Nights on Broadway - House in the beautiful Matamata.
Nights on Broadway - House in the beautiful Matamata.
Matamata
Stay at this vacation home in Matamata. Popular attractions Founders Park and Wairere Falls are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Was a lovely place to stay"

Reviewed on 14 March 2024

Nights on Broadway - House in the beautiful Matamata.
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
10
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4 - Good
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" "4 - Good 44%
3 - Okay
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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.