About this property
Just 2 minutes' drive from Matamata town center, Tower Road Motel offers accommodations with a flat-screen satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. There is free on-site parking with areas for boats and caravans. You can relax in the motel’s gardens and barbecue area. There is a children’s playground and a self-service laundry on site. It is a 20-minute drive from the popular Hobbiton Lord of the Rings Movie Set. It is also 20 minutes’ from Lake Karapiro where you can enjoy a kayak, jet-ski or cruise. All accommodations includes a fridge, microwave and tea and coffee making facilities. Some have kitchenettes. Restaurants, bars and cafes are 2-minutes drive away in Matamata’s town center.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Marial29
New Zealand
“Location really worked for us. Friendly welcome and very comfortable, spacious and clean rooms. Really nice beds and comfy pillows. Well stocked kitchen utensils and tea/coffee etc. Smaller motel so it was very quiet and safe area too.” - Hylie
United States
“We were all pleasantly surprised at the exceptional detail to cleanliness. Our check in process was friendly and welcoming. We felt as if we were in our own little community!” - Brenda
Canada
“Close to Hobbiton movie set and easy access through check in to check Out” - B
United States
“It was such a cozy and comfortable hole in the wall motel!” - Eltsafan
Israel
“Good and quiet location, friendly host, comfortable bed” - Brad
Australia
“Andy was super friendly and very approachable. Whilst the property is old, it was very clean and had a lovely feel about it. Travelling with children I felt safe and secure.” - Alan
New Zealand
“Clear communication on site with personalized directions taped in office window as arrived after dark. The accommodation had everything we could need with great kitchenette” - Vladimir
Canada
“Clean, spacious, functional, simple. Good location to visit Hobbiton” - Margaret
New Zealand
“Dated but very clean and comfortable. Had all the facilities we required.” - Billie
United States
“This was an inexpensive stay near the Hobbiton movie set. It was easy to find and nicely kept.”
Area info
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 2 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.



The fine print
If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Tower Road Motel in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.
Please note that Tower Road Motel does not accept payments with American Express credit cards.