5/5 - Excellent
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A quiet friendly town with more to it than just hobbiton.
Matamata
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Tower Road Motel
108 Tower Road, Matamata
The price is RM325 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
RM325
RM374 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (550 reviews)
"Es hat uns sehr gut gefallen, der Gastegeber war sehr nett und hilfsbereit. Wir würden wieder kommen!"
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025
Horse and Jockey Inn
85 Arawa St, Matamata, Waikato
The price is RM289 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
RM289
RM381 total
3 Oct - 4 Oct
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 (249 reviews)
"Staff very friendly! Craig and Sunny were amazing! Great food, the cheese garlic toasties were my fav ☺️ great walking distance for Matamata info center for Hobbiton tour. Got back late and felt safe walking back in the dark."
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025
O'Reilly's Motel
187 Firth St, Matamata, Waikato
The price is RM306 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
RM306
RM352 total
25 Sept - 26 Sept
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (23 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 19 Jul 2025
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
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! (240 reviews)
"Motel decor is dated. However, rooms are spacious, clean, and well appointed. Very handy to a large shopping centre."
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (63 reviews)
"On arrival the batteries on the keylocker was low. Phoned liz, and it was sorted immediately. Thanks we had a lovely stay."
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025
Kauri Lodge Karapiro
957 / 4 Taotaoroa Road, Karapiro, Waikato
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Karapiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Hobbiton Movie Set and Lake Karapiro ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (109 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 26 Aug 2025
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(13 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(2 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.
Firth Tower Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Firth Tower Museum during your travels in Matamata. Discover the area's hot springs and cafes.
Things to do
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour with lunch from Auckland
RM726
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hobbiton Movie set & Waitomo Caves Small Group Tour From Auckland
RM1,116
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Hobbiton Tour from Auckland with Party Marquee Lunch
RM985
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Matamata: Hobbiton Movie Set Guided Tour Ticket
RM299
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Hobbiton, Waitomo Caves, Blue Spring & Hamilton Garden Day trip
RM1,475
per traveller
From Matamata: Guided Hobbiton Experience with Bus Transfers
RM299
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Matamata
4.7
Top destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Loved the Hobbiton tour!
