Horse And Jockey Inn (Matamata, NZ) from 65 US$/night

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Horse And Jockey Inn - Matamata

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Overview

Horse and Jockey Inn: Budget-friendly Matamata hotel with live music, family dining, and proximity to Hobbiton

Dining & Bar Experience

Horse and Jockey Inn's on-site restaurant serves lunch and dinner 7 days a week from 11:00, with gluten-free and vegetarian options. Guests can order bar snacks and enjoy drinks in the courtyard garden while playing billiards. The restaurant also offers kids' meals and a coffee house on site.

Entertainment & Nightlife

On Friday and Saturday nights, Horse & Jockey Inn Matamata has live music including DJs until 01:00. The hotel has a games room with billiards, darts, and board games, plus a casino and happy hour. Live sport events are shown on screens, and the hotel hosts pub crawls and walking tours.

Room Accommodations

The carpeted rooms at Horse and Jockey Inn Matamata offer queen or single beds with shared or private bathrooms. A shared kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave, and tea/coffee making facilities is available for guest use. Some rooms include a private bathroom, and all rooms come with towels and access to the shared kitchen.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The hotel is located in central Matamata, 20 minutes from the Hobbiton movie set. Skydive Waikato and Matamata Golf Club are 12 minutes away by car, and Matamata Racecourse is 5 minutes away. Wairere Falls, a 9-minute drive, offers a natural attraction for guests.

Family-Friendly & Budget-Friendly Features

Horse and Jockey Inn offers budget-friendly accommodation at NZD 20 per person per night, with shared kitchens and communal amenities. The on-site family restaurant caters to dietary needs with gluten-free and vegetarian options, and children's meals are available. The hotel provides express check-out and luggage storage for convenience.

Dining: On-site restaurant with gluten-free, vegetarian, and kids' meals
Entertainment: Live music and DJs on Friday and Saturday nights
Facilities: Shared kitchenette and games room with billiards
Location: 20 min drive to Hobbiton movie set
Budget: From NZD 20 per person per night

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 13:30-21:00

from 09:00-10:00

Amenities

Public parking is possible on site for free.

Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.

Other information

Children & extra beds

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Building

Number of rooms:14

Former name

Horse & Jockey Inn

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Rooms and availability

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Family Shared Bathroom Twin Room

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2 persons
Bed options:

2 Single beds

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Family Twin Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower
Heating

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Shared Bathroom Twin Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

2 Single beds1 King Size Bed

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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking

Off-site parking lot

Baggage storage

24-hour services

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Shared kitchen

Check-in/ Check-out

VIP check-in/ -out

Sports activities

Darts

Pool tables

Hiking

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Pool tables
Darts

Services

Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Board games
Children's menu
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Casino
Live entertainment
Night club
Sun terrace
Public Bath

Room features

Heating
Garden furniture

Self-catering

Shared kitchen
Electric kettle

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about Horse And Jockey Inn

💵 Lowest room price	65 US$
📏 Distance to center	100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport	34.9 mi
🧳 Nearest airport	Tauranga, TRG

Location

Address

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85 Arawa Street, Matamata, New Zealand, 3400

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85 Arawa Street, Matamata, New Zealand, 3400

City landmarks
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FAQ about Horse And Jockey Inn

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the Horse And Jockey Inn?

You can always visit Firth Tower Estate and Museum, placed 2.1 miles from the Horse And Jockey Inn. Another landmark that is worth your while is Matamata Bible Church located merely 7 minutes' walk away.

What is the closest airport to Horse And Jockey Inn hotel?

Tauranga airport lies within 38 miles of Horse And Jockey Inn hotel and is reachable with a 48-minute drive.

Is there free parking in the 4-star Horse And Jockey Inn hotel?

Yes, at the 4-star Horse And Jockey Inn hotel free private parking is provided on site for free.

What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the hotel?

Unfortunately, the hotel doesn't have on-site restaurants, but guests can dine in O-del-emz and Eat Cafe restaurants placed within a 5-minute walk from the property.

Can I eat breakfast at the Matamata inn?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the Matamata inn.

What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the Horse And Jockey Inn hotel?

Guests of the Horse And Jockey Inn hotel can check in from 1.30 PM to 9 PM and check out from 9 AM.

What are the booking prices at Horse And Jockey Inn?

The prices at Horse And Jockey Inn start from $65.

What payment methods are accepted in the 4-star Horse And Jockey Inn?

At the 4-star Horse And Jockey Inn, guests can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa as well as other payment methods.

Which facilities are included in the rooms at the inn?

Some rooms of the inn welcome guests with the following facilities:

climate control
a carpeted floor