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 RM385 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
RM385
RM443 total
22 Dec - 23 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Matamata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Founders ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (565 reviews)
Spotless room with everything no you could need. Located in quiet spot on outskirts of town - it was just what we needed after a hot visit to Hobbiton. Strongly recommend
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Horse and Jockey Inn
85 Arawa St Matamata Waikato
The price is RM275 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
RM275
RM364 total
23 Dec - 24 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Matamata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.4/10 (257 reviews)
We enjoyed our stay.only complaint was very noisy untill midnight. Music one side of hotel. Traffic other side.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
O'Reilly's Motel
187 Firth St Matamata Waikato
The price is RM292 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
RM292
RM336 total
23 Dec - 24 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Matamata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hobbiton Movie Set and Wairere Falls are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (26 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.
Lake Karapiro Mighty River Domain
601 Maungatautari Road Maungatautari
Stay at this campsite in Maungatautari. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sir Don Rowlands Centre at Mighty River Domain ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (73 reviews)
Clean room, accommodating staff. Lovely spot.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
18th Avenue Thermal Motel
50 Eighteenth Avenue Tauranga
Stay at this aparthotel in Tauranga. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Mount Maunganui and Tenpin Tauranga are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (249 reviews)
Fantastic place
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Kauri Lodge Karapiro
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! (111 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
Enjoy a trip to Hobbiton Movie Set, a well-known attraction in Matamata. Discover the area's hot springs and cafes.
Wairere Falls
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.
Things to do
Twilight Glowworm Kayak Tour – Lake Karapiro
RM320
per adult
Matamata: Hobbiton Movie Set Guided Tour Ticket
RM286
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Lake Karapiro: Evening Kayak Glowworm Tour
RM355
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Premium Hobbiton Small Group Day Tour from Auckland
RM759
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Matamata
4.7
Top destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Loved the Hobbiton tour!
