About this property

Matamata Central Motel is a 20-minute drive from the Hobbiton Movie Set & Farm Tours, where parts of the Lord of the Rings trilogy were being filmed. The property offers free on-site parking and free WiFi. Fully air-conditioned, each room comes with a microwave, a fridge and a stove. Amenities include ironing equipment and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. A guest laundry service is available. Barbecue facilities are provide for guests’ use. The motel offers a continental/cooked breakfast at a cost. It is a 5-minute walk from Broadway where various restaurants and cafes can be found. Motel Matamata Central is a 3-minute drive from the Matamata Airfield and the Opal Hot Springs. It is 8.1 mi from the Matamata golf Club and a 22-minute drive from the Wairere Falls Walk.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast Info

Continental

  • Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 king bed
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Deni
    United States United States
    I liked the fact that the hotel room had a kitchenette and that they also gave options for a continental breakfast.
  • Khoon
    Canada Canada
    Very clean, comfortable bed and the hosts were very welcoming
  • Alana
    United States United States
    We had a 2 bedroom unit and a pull out sofa. The room was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. The kitchen was the perfect size. The location was right near the Hobbiton. Overall, we would definitely stay here again.
  • Lisa
    United States United States
    A great choice if you are staying in Matamata. The motel owner showed us around the room, and was very friendly and courteous. New World Supermarket is across the street. Good location. Rooms are very clean. We had a two bedroom unit, and very...
  • Brian
    United States United States
    Well kept property was better than expected for the price.
  • Jos
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Friendly reception staff, lovely clean family unit
  • Tracey
    United States United States
    Rooms were clean and comfortable. The kitchen was clean, and the fridge was stocked with small glass containers of fresh milk for coffee.
  • Effie
    Australia Australia
    Location close to shops. Room was clean and had everything we needed.
  • Kenneth
    United States United States
    A friendly welcome and personal walk through room and it's feature
  • Dianne
    United States United States
    Spacious and super clean! Even had tiny bottles of cream for coffee / tea.

Area info

House rules

Matamata Central Motel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
NZD 25 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 2.9% charge when you pay with a credit card.

If you are arriving late, please contact the office to arrange a self check-in.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Matamata Central Motel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.