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Horse and Jockey Inn

2.5 star property
Matamata guestrooms with free WiFi

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Bar (on property)
Dinner served
Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Interior

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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85 Arawa St, Matamata, Waikato, 3400
  • Place, Founders Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Wairere Falls
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Hobbiton Movie Set
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room with Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room with Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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Twin Room with Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Matamata

In Matamata .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Founders Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Wairere Falls with a stay here. Also, Firth Tower Museum is within 3 miles (5 km) and Matamata Golf Club is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Founders Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Wairere Falls - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Lake Karapiro - 18 min drive - 14.3 miles
  • Hobbiton Movie Set - 21 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Mount Maunganui - 60 min drive - 45.8 miles

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Green Dragon - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Te Poi - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Redoubt Bar And Eatery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • Horse and Jockey Inn

About this property

Horse and Jockey Inn

Matamata guestrooms with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, a vending machine, and an arcade/game room are also featured at Horse and Jockey Inn. Self parking is free.

This Matamata hotel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Horse and Jockey Inn offers 16 accommodations with portable fans. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers with hydromassage showerheads. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 11 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Horse Jockey Inn Matamata
Horse Jockey Inn
Horse Jockey Matamata
Horse and Jockey Inn Hotel
Horse and Jockey Inn Matamata
Horse and Jockey Inn Hotel Matamata

Frequently asked questions

How close is Horse and Jockey Inn to the airport?

Horse and Jockey Inn is 37.8 mi (49-min drive) away from the Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Horse and Jockey Inn?

As of Dec 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Horse and Jockey Inn on Dec 13, 2025 start from $65.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Horse and Jockey Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Horse and Jockey Inn.

Does Horse and Jockey Inn offer free breakfast?

Horse and Jockey Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Horse and Jockey Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Horse and Jockey Inn?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Horse and Jockey Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Horse and Jockey Inn have a pool?

Horse and Jockey Inn does not have a pool.

Does Horse and Jockey Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Horse and Jockey Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Horse and Jockey Inn to downtown Matamata?

Horse and Jockey Inn is 0.2 mi away from Matamata.