Matamata Central Motel (Matamata, New Zealand)

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Matamata Central Motel

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Overview

3-star Matamata motel with personalized service and proximity to Hobbiton Movie Set

Private owners & service

Matamata Central Motel is run by owners Hilary and Wayne, who provide personalized service to each guest. Wayne personally shows guests to their rooms and offers assistance with luggage. The motel also provides a laundry service at $20 per basket, with staff washing, drying, and folding all items.

Accommodations & children

The motel has family-friendly accommodations including two-bedroom units and family apartments with separate living and kitchen spaces. Children have access to a toddler's pool and board games/puzzles in the common area. Each unit has air conditioning with heat pumps, flat-screen TVs, and fully equipped kitchens for longer stays.

Location & nearby attractions

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 filmed. The motel is a 3-minute drive from Opal Hot Springs and a 22-minute drive from the Wairere Falls Walk. A New World supermarket is directly across the road, and Broadway with restaurants and cafes is a 5-minute walk.

Dining

Continental and cooked breakfast options are available on-site at an additional cost. Guests can use the BBQ facilities provided in the picnic area. Various restaurants and cafes are within a 5-minute walk on Broadway.

Parking & accessibility

Free on-site private parking is available, including accessible parking spaces with grab rails and wheelchair-accessible room layouts. The motel has CCTV in common areas and outside the property, plus fire extinguishers and smoke alarms in each unit. Key access and daily housekeeping are provided.

Private owners: Hilary and Wayne run the motel and offer personalized service
Family amenities: toddler's pool, board games, family apartments
Location: 20 min from Hobbiton, 3 min from Opal Hot Springs
Dining: continental/cooked breakfast, BBQ facilities, nearby restaurants
Parking: free private parking with accessible spaces

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 14:00-20:00

from 08:00-10:00

Amenities

Paid Private parking is possible on site.

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Other information

Breakfast

A full breakfast is served at the price of NZD 20 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Building

Number of rooms:16

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Rooms and availability

Studio

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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One-Bedroom Apartment

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Family Apartment

Max:

6 persons
Bed options:

1 King Size Bed and 1 Sofa bed

Shower
Heating

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

On-site parking lot

Baggage storage

24-hour services

Food/ Drinks

Picnic area/ Tables

Laundry

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry

Dining

In-room breakfast
Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Board games

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

BBQ facilities

Room view

Courtyard view

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

Electric blankets

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about Matamata Central Motel

💵 Lowest room price	125 US$
📏 Distance to center	200 yd
✈️ Distance to airport	35.3 mi
🧳 Nearest airport	Tauranga, TRG

Location

Address

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42 Waharoa Rd West, Matamata, Matamata, New Zealand

Map view

42 Waharoa Rd West, Matamata, Matamata, New Zealand

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Landmark

Welcome to Hobbiton Sign

100 yd

Museums

Firth Tower Estate and Museum

2.1 mi

Landmark

The Wizards Cart

100 yd

Church

Matamata Bible Church

100 yd

Landmark

Saint Andrews Presbyterian

100 yd

Landmark

Matamata Union Parish

100 yd

Landmark

Founders Park

200 yd

Landmark

Swim Zone Matamata

200 yd

Church

All Saints Anglican

200 yd

Landmark

Matamata Seventh-Day Adventist Church

200 yd

Church

Matamata Baptist Church

200 yd

Landmark

Church of the Holy Angels

200 yd

Landmark

Piako Gliding Club

1.1 mi

Landmark

Wairere Falls

1.5 mi

Landmark

Firth Tower Museum

2.1 mi

Store

New World Matamata

100 yd

Restaurant

The Redoubt Bar and Eatery

100 yd

Restaurant

Workman's Cafe Bar

100 yd

Restaurant

Good Merchant

100 yd

Restaurant

Robert Harris Coffee Roasters Matamata

100 yd

Restaurant

Osteria Matamata

100 yd

Restaurant

Sen Sushi

100 yd

Restaurant

Momento Espresso Matamata

100 yd

Reviews of Matamata Central Motel

8.8 /10

Great

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FAQ about Matamata Central Motel

What is the distance from the 4-star Matamata Central Motel hotel to Matamata city center?

Matamata city center is reachable within a 15-minute walk from the 4-star Matamata Central Motel hotel.

Which popular attractions are located near the Matamata Central Motel hotel?

Staying at the Matamata Central Motel hotel, you shouldn't miss Matamata's main landmarks, Welcome to Hobbiton Sign (0.5 miles from the accommodation) and Firth Tower Estate and Museum, located around a 10-minute drive away.

Can we park our car at the 4-star Matamata Central Motel?

The 4-star Matamata Central Motel offers a private parking lot, located on site.

What is check-in and check-out time at the motel?

Guests of the motel can check in from 2 PM to 8 PM and check out from 8 AM.

How much does a room at the hotel cost?

The prices at the hotel start from $135.

What payment methods are accepted in the Matamata Central Motel?

Payment methods in the Matamata Central Motel include:

сash
Visa
Mastercard

Which facilities are offered in the rooms of Matamata Central Motel?

Each room at Matamata Central Motel is equipped with climate control to ensure that guests have everything they need for a comfortable stay. As a result, guests consistently rate the rooms 9.3/10 for comfort.

Is the Matamata motel equipped with amenities for persons with disabilities?

Yes, the Matamata motel provides rooms with accessible facilities and wheelchair access to improve the experience for the guests with special needs.