5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Loved our stay here, will 100% try and get back when I next visit Hobbiton. Jan & Ian are the loveliest hosts you could find, Ian will even provide you with a one-hour tour of his farm animals as well. :)
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Tower Road Motel
108 Tower Road, Matamata
The price is AU$166 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$166
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
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! (490 reviews)
Outstanding Motel in Charming Town
"Very clean and comfortable. Owner/Manager was the most helpful and personable gentleman. Quiet spot on the edge of town. Would highly recommend this motel."
Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024
Horse and Jockey Inn
85 Arawa St, Matamata, Waikato
The price is AU$116 per night from 10 Dec to 11 Dec
AU$116
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 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 (214 reviews)
"Cute town and close for our visit to Hobbiton"
Reviewed on 12 Nov. 2024
The Red Shed
Large modern studio on two peaceful acres, two minutes from CBD
Matamata
The price is AU$257 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
AU$257
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 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 Sep. 2024
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
Matamata
Stay at this cottage in Matamata. Enjoy patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Wairere Falls and Founders Park are located nearby.
18th Avenue Thermal Motel
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! (212 reviews)
"Loved my stay there,will definitely come back and stay again,next time I'm on holiday or visiting I'll be booking in .❤️❤️👍"
Reviewed on 8 Oct. 2024
Lake Karapiro Mighty River Domain
601 Maungatautari Road, Maungatautari
Stay at this campground in Maungatautari. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lake Karapiro and Maungatautari Ecological ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (54 reviews)
"This place is absolutely beautiful, we wished we had stayed longer"
Reviewed on 25 Sep. 2024
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.
Popular places to visit
Hobbiton Movie Set
4.5/5(123 reviews)
Enjoy a trip to Hobbiton Movie Set, a well-known attraction in Matamata. Discover the area's hot springs and cafes.
Wairere Falls
4.5/5(25 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Wairere Falls during your travels in Matamata. Discover the area's hot springs and cafes.
Founders Park
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Founders Park in Matamata. Discover the area's hot springs and cafes.
Activities
Matamata: Hobbiton Movie Set Guided Tour Ticket
AU$109
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
AU$264
Per adult
Hobbiton Day Tour from Rotorua with lunch at Hobbiton
AU$258
Per adult
From Matamata: Guided Hobbiton Experience with Bus Transfers
AU$109
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hobbiton & Waitomo Small Group Tour - EX Auckland
AU$372
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Matamata
4.3
Top destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Worth going to, stay at the Tower Road Motel, a short 15 minute drive to Hobbiton, and nice restaurants on the main strip of Matamata.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Warm friendly country town with plenty of shopping options
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
A pleasant and busy place with nice shopping.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Osteria does very good Italian food.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Enjoyed the region, very pretty, very green and wonderful vistas.