Tower Road Motel
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$96
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About this property
Comfortable motel in Matamata with air-conditioned rooms, free Wi-Fi, and room service available during limited hours.
Location
Matamata is home to Tower Road Motel. While the natural beauty of Wairere Falls and Lake Karapiro can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Matamata Golf Club. Don't miss out on a visit to Hobbiton Movie Set. Take time off to check out the hot springs in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking/biking trails nearby.
Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Garden
Playground
Picnic Area/Tables
Designated Smoking Area
Room options
6
Studio
Room details
1 Queen Bed
and 1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 3
258 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingRefrigeratorPatio
1
One-Bedroom Apartment
Room details
1 Queen Bed
and 2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 4
452 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingKitchenPatio
Guest reviews of Tower Road Motel
8.9
Fabulous
Based on 369 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
3%
Couple
41%
Family
37%
Group
12%
Solo
4%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Tower Road Motel draws consistent praise for very clean rooms and a friendly, hands-on host, with a quiet semi-rural setting near Matamata and convenient access to Hobbiton, parking at the door, and an adjacent walking path.
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What guests think
Tower Road Motel draws consistent praise for very clean rooms and a friendly, hands-on host, with a quiet semi-rural setting near Matamata and convenient access to Hobbiton, parking at the door, and an adjacent walking path.
Rooms range from simple to retro-styled and are frequently described as comfortable and well equipped, with kitchenettes and strong showers. Location is just outside town with short drives or a 20–30 minute walk to restaurants and sights, and some roadside units experience traffic noise; a few guests mentioned small showers, an uncomfortable bed, or other minor issues. Overall, Tower Road Motel suits travelers seeking a clean, practical base for Hobbiton and Matamata.
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Facilities
Facilities are basic, with easy parking outside rooms and some outdoor space by the garden and nearby walking path.
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Amanda
Mar 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Host was friendly on check in and had recommendations for dinner. Located on a beautiful stretch of road with excellent walking path along the way. Close to center of town. Room itself was clean and comfortable and in a quiet area.
Host was friendly on check in and had recommendations for dinner. Located on a beautiful stretch of road with excellent walking path along the way. Close to center of town. Room itself was clean and comfortable and in a quiet area.
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Lois
Dec 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nicely appointed rooms that would be comfortable for more than a night's stay. Liked the opportunity to sit in the small gazebo at the back of the garden. Although out in the country it is situated on a busy road so a lot of traffic noise.
Nicely appointed rooms that would be comfortable for more than a night's stay. Liked the opportunity to sit in the small gazebo at the back of the garden. Although out in the country it is situated on a busy road so a lot of traffic noise.
10
Frances Lee
Mar 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
What a great find in Matamata. This small property is well maintained and quite personable. You feel like you are living in a guest house vs a motel. Excellent, starched linens and sparse, but workable furniture. The host is great, allows guests to use their extended back garden play area, and the property sits right on the rails to trails path. Very convenient location for a stopover to Hobbiton. Would stay here again.
What a great find in Matamata. This small property is well maintained and quite personable. You feel like you are living in a guest house vs a motel. Excellent, starched linens and sparse, but workable furniture. The host is great, allows guests to use their extended back garden play area, and the property sits right on the rails to trails path. Very convenient location for a stopover to Hobbiton. Would stay here again.
10
Norhamidah
Dec 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Easy parking and near to hobbitton movie set.
Easy parking and near to hobbitton movie set.
10
Anne
Dec 10, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nice location. Quiet but close to Matamata. Walks nearby. Go climb Waiere Falls.
Nice location. Quiet but close to Matamata. Walks nearby. Go climb Waiere Falls.
10
Jeremy
Oct 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great spot just on the outskirts of Matamata, quiet and cute and comfortable. You could walk into town on a nice day, but we drove in since it was spring and rainy or overcast. Lovely spot, would stay again!
Great spot just on the outskirts of Matamata, quiet and cute and comfortable. You could walk into town on a nice day, but we drove in since it was spring and rainy or overcast. Lovely spot, would stay again!
8
Simon
Oct 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Basic simple room for two, easy parking, good recommendations available for local restaurants and helpful staff
Basic simple room for two, easy parking, good recommendations available for local restaurants and helpful staff
10
Allison
Jan 1, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The host was really friendly, and the room really clean. The property had a large back yard area which was great for kids, and the kitchenette was really useful. Would stay again.
The host was really friendly, and the room really clean. The property had a large back yard area which was great for kids, and the kitchenette was really useful. Would stay again.
10
Suzanne
Feb 16, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely motel in the heart of Matamata. Clean rooms, easy parking, great amenities within the room, and lovely setting, including farmland, horses, and a wonderful walking path right outside the hotel. Also, very close to Hobbiton and for visiting the area around this lovely city.
Lovely motel in the heart of Matamata. Clean rooms, easy parking, great amenities within the room, and lovely setting, including farmland, horses, and a wonderful walking path right outside the hotel. Also, very close to Hobbiton and for visiting the area around this lovely city.
10
Elise
Dec 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
What a delightfully retro Motel!!! We loved the location (just outside of town), easy parking in front of our room and plenty of space for our stay. Also, Andy the owner was very welcoming.
What a delightfully retro Motel!!! We loved the location (just outside of town), easy parking in front of our room and plenty of space for our stay. Also, Andy the owner was very welcoming.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is a standout across reviews, with rooms and grounds repeatedly described as very clean, tidy, and well kept.
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Danielle
Nov 2, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This little studio was so very clean and exceptionally quiet. It’s an easy 20 minute walk on a safe path into Matamata, or turn right and go visit the Firth Tower museum, which was a delightful find for $10. The bed was great and firm and comfortable. The studio had dish-ware and utensils handy, as well as a microwave and fridge for the snacks I bought in town. Great hot water and water pressure, and again, everything was so very clean. Also, if you open the back window you can hear horses in the pasture behind you sighing contentedly. A lovely choice in a lovely place!
This little studio was so very clean and exceptionally quiet. It’s an easy 20 minute walk on a safe path into Matamata, or turn right and go visit the Firth Tower museum, which was a delightful find for $10. The bed was great and firm and comfortable. The studio had dish-ware and utensils handy, as well as a microwave and fridge for the snacks I bought in town. Great hot water and water pressure, and again, everything was so very clean. Also, if you open the back window you can hear horses in the pasture behind you sighing contentedly. A lovely choice in a lovely place!
10
Daniel
Nov 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice and helpful manager. Clean and fresh rooms.
Nice and helpful manager. Clean and fresh rooms.
10
Kert
Nov 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was neat and clean, everything tidy. We werent expecting the kitchenette, so that was a surprise. It was just a quick evening and then moving on, and Andy was a delight to visit with and very helpful.
The room was neat and clean, everything tidy. We werent expecting the kitchenette, so that was a surprise. It was just a quick evening and then moving on, and Andy was a delight to visit with and very helpful.
10
jimin
Jan 11, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
We were warmly welcomed by the friendly staff, and the room was very clean and well organised. The bathroom, towels, shower, microwave, dishes, and hand wash were all provided — almost everything we needed was available. It is a perfect place to stay for a night after finishing a Hobbiton tour.
We were warmly welcomed by the friendly staff, and the room was very clean and well organised. The bathroom, towels, shower, microwave, dishes, and hand wash were all provided — almost everything we needed was available. It is a perfect place to stay for a night after finishing a Hobbiton tour.
10
Gary
Jan 28, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Room was clean, tidy and well equipped. The host was friendly
Room was clean, tidy and well equipped. The host was friendly
10
Ann
May 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I was in Matamata for a family celebration. I had stayed at Tower Rd Motel last year so I was pleased to be able to book there again. I felt very welcome and the staff are approachable and friendly. The motel is easy to locate, just out of Matamata, and I was able to walk to my venue - it was a lovely day with beautiful Autumn colours to admire. The motel room I had was clean, roomy and had everything I needed. The bed was comfy and I had a great sleep. My only 'gripe' - I like strong tea and I found the teabags to be quite weak. Not a biggy. I'd recommend and would stay again when in Matamata.
I was in Matamata for a family celebration. I had stayed at Tower Rd Motel last year so I was pleased to be able to book there again. I felt very welcome and the staff are approachable and friendly. The motel is easy to locate, just out of Matamata, and I was able to walk to my venue - it was a lovely day with beautiful Autumn colours to admire. The motel room I had was clean, roomy and had everything I needed. The bed was comfy and I had a great sleep. My only 'gripe' - I like strong tea and I found the teabags to be quite weak. Not a biggy. I'd recommend and would stay again when in Matamata.
10
Suzanne
Feb 16, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely motel in the heart of Matamata. Clean rooms, easy parking, great amenities within the room, and lovely setting, including farmland, horses, and a wonderful walking path right outside the hotel. Also, very close to Hobbiton and for visiting the area around this lovely city.
Lovely motel in the heart of Matamata. Clean rooms, easy parking, great amenities within the room, and lovely setting, including farmland, horses, and a wonderful walking path right outside the hotel. Also, very close to Hobbiton and for visiting the area around this lovely city.
8
Debra
Jan 20, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Nice and clean and comfortable
Nice and clean and comfortable
10
Michelle
Apr 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Communication with the staff before arriving was easy and clear. Everything felt super clean. It's not fancy but it has everything you need and was very clean. I'd stay there again.
Communication with the staff before arriving was easy and clear. Everything felt super clean. It's not fancy but it has everything you need and was very clean. I'd stay there again.
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Fred
Jan 30, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, easy access, Andy was a great host!
Clean, easy access, Andy was a great host!
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Rooms
Rooms range from simple to retro-styled and are frequently described as comfortable and well equipped, with kitchenettes and strong showers. Some guests reported traffic noise in roadside units and small shower cubicles, and a few noted older fittings or an uncomfortable bed.
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Danielle
Nov 2, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This little studio was so very clean and exceptionally quiet. It’s an easy 20 minute walk on a safe path into Matamata, or turn right and go visit the Firth Tower museum, which was a delightful find for $10. The bed was great and firm and comfortable. The studio had dish-ware and utensils handy, as well as a microwave and fridge for the snacks I bought in town. Great hot water and water pressure, and again, everything was so very clean. Also, if you open the back window you can hear horses in the pasture behind you sighing contentedly. A lovely choice in a lovely place!
This little studio was so very clean and exceptionally quiet. It’s an easy 20 minute walk on a safe path into Matamata, or turn right and go visit the Firth Tower museum, which was a delightful find for $10. The bed was great and firm and comfortable. The studio had dish-ware and utensils handy, as well as a microwave and fridge for the snacks I bought in town. Great hot water and water pressure, and again, everything was so very clean. Also, if you open the back window you can hear horses in the pasture behind you sighing contentedly. A lovely choice in a lovely place!
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Michael
Jan 26, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great hotel. Cool retro rooms but modern amenities. Incredibly comfortable beds and great towels. The owner was very friendly and helpful. Just a really nice, welcoming place to stay. Perfect place to stay if you are visiting the area or Hobbiton.
Great hotel. Cool retro rooms but modern amenities. Incredibly comfortable beds and great towels. The owner was very friendly and helpful. Just a really nice, welcoming place to stay. Perfect place to stay if you are visiting the area or Hobbiton.
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Lois
Dec 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nicely appointed rooms that would be comfortable for more than a night's stay. Liked the opportunity to sit in the small gazebo at the back of the garden. Although out in the country it is situated on a busy road so a lot of traffic noise.
Nicely appointed rooms that would be comfortable for more than a night's stay. Liked the opportunity to sit in the small gazebo at the back of the garden. Although out in the country it is situated on a busy road so a lot of traffic noise.
8
Jenny
May 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A bit further out of town than it looked on the map, but that turned out fine. Very nice host and very welcoming, even his cat was there to greet us! . A “comfy” place to stay in and best of all, quite spacious. The only thing is that the shower cubicle was very small so gave it a miss as we were returning home that day.
A bit further out of town than it looked on the map, but that turned out fine. Very nice host and very welcoming, even his cat was there to greet us! . A “comfy” place to stay in and best of all, quite spacious. The only thing is that the shower cubicle was very small so gave it a miss as we were returning home that day.
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Kert
Nov 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was neat and clean, everything tidy. We werent expecting the kitchenette, so that was a surprise. It was just a quick evening and then moving on, and Andy was a delight to visit with and very helpful.
The room was neat and clean, everything tidy. We werent expecting the kitchenette, so that was a surprise. It was just a quick evening and then moving on, and Andy was a delight to visit with and very helpful.
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steve
Apr 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It was great to go into a motel room that is clean and well maintained. It was not huge but it was comfortable. The only small critissm would be the small shower area. Apart from that it was great and would definitely recommend this motel.
It was great to go into a motel room that is clean and well maintained. It was not huge but it was comfortable. The only small critissm would be the small shower area. Apart from that it was great and would definitely recommend this motel.
10
Lupco
Jan 1, 2024
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Motel was good. Had working air con and smart tv. Good amount of space
Motel was good. Had working air con and smart tv. Good amount of space
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Susan
Sep 23, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The shower water pressure was amazing! It was also nice having a kitchenette. The only downside was it was a bit far from our actual destination (getting the bus for Hobbiton) and there is limited taxi availability… but that was our fault for not knowing.
The shower water pressure was amazing! It was also nice having a kitchenette. The only downside was it was a bit far from our actual destination (getting the bus for Hobbiton) and there is limited taxi availability… but that was our fault for not knowing.
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Elizabeth
Feb 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our room was clean and had all the basics. No view and traffic was noisy.
Our room was clean and had all the basics. No view and traffic was noisy.
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David
Jan 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Far enough from the town centre to be very quiet, but only 5 mins by car to restaurants and fast food. Spacious room recently renovated.
Far enough from the town centre to be very quiet, but only 5 mins by car to restaurants and fast food. Spacious room recently renovated.
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Service
Service is widely praised as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with easy check-in, clear communication, and useful local tips. A rare complaint mentioned not seeing staff in person.
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Michael
Jan 26, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great hotel. Cool retro rooms but modern amenities. Incredibly comfortable beds and great towels. The owner was very friendly and helpful. Just a really nice, welcoming place to stay. Perfect place to stay if you are visiting the area or Hobbiton.
Great hotel. Cool retro rooms but modern amenities. Incredibly comfortable beds and great towels. The owner was very friendly and helpful. Just a really nice, welcoming place to stay. Perfect place to stay if you are visiting the area or Hobbiton.
10
Daniel
Nov 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice and helpful manager. Clean and fresh rooms.
Nice and helpful manager. Clean and fresh rooms.
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Kert
Nov 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was neat and clean, everything tidy. We werent expecting the kitchenette, so that was a surprise. It was just a quick evening and then moving on, and Andy was a delight to visit with and very helpful.
The room was neat and clean, everything tidy. We werent expecting the kitchenette, so that was a surprise. It was just a quick evening and then moving on, and Andy was a delight to visit with and very helpful.
10
jimin
Jan 11, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
We were warmly welcomed by the friendly staff, and the room was very clean and well organised. The bathroom, towels, shower, microwave, dishes, and hand wash were all provided — almost everything we needed was available. It is a perfect place to stay for a night after finishing a Hobbiton tour.
We were warmly welcomed by the friendly staff, and the room was very clean and well organised. The bathroom, towels, shower, microwave, dishes, and hand wash were all provided — almost everything we needed was available. It is a perfect place to stay for a night after finishing a Hobbiton tour.
10
Elizabeth
Jan 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Our Host was incredibly friendly and helpful. The motel is in a great location for visiting Hobbiton and for exploring the area. Tower Road is wonderful for bicycling and walking!
Our Host was incredibly friendly and helpful. The motel is in a great location for visiting Hobbiton and for exploring the area. Tower Road is wonderful for bicycling and walking!
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Gary
Jan 28, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Room was clean, tidy and well equipped. The host was friendly
Room was clean, tidy and well equipped. The host was friendly
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Ashley
Jan 11, 2025
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We stayed at the Tower Road Motel in Matamata and arrived past check-in time. Andy was super accommodating and very helpful. The motel itself is adorable, clean, and quiet. They provided an informational guide with great tips about nearby areas, which we definitely would have taken advantage of if we had stayed longer. It's only a 15-minute drive to Hobbiton, which was one of the main reasons we chose this place. Overall, we had a lovely experience and would love to stay longer next time.
We stayed at the Tower Road Motel in Matamata and arrived past check-in time. Andy was super accommodating and very helpful. The motel itself is adorable, clean, and quiet. They provided an informational guide with great tips about nearby areas, which we definitely would have taken advantage of if we had stayed longer. It's only a 15-minute drive to Hobbiton, which was one of the main reasons we chose this place. Overall, we had a lovely experience and would love to stay longer next time.
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Robert
Jun 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Tower Road Motel is a great property run by great people. Andy was very communicative and helpful about our reservation and check-in because we were arriving late. We will definitely stay again!
Tower Road Motel is a great property run by great people. Andy was very communicative and helpful about our reservation and check-in because we were arriving late. We will definitely stay again!
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Janice
Jun 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
From when we checked in to when we checked out, we never saw one person physically in the office or on the property. Felt like a ghost motel!!!
From when we checked in to when we checked out, we never saw one person physically in the office or on the property. Felt like a ghost motel!!!
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Fred
Jan 30, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, easy access, Andy was a great host!
Clean, easy access, Andy was a great host!
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Location
On the outskirts of Matamata, the motel offers quick access to Hobbiton and a short drive—or a 20–30 minute walk via path—to town and restaurants. Some noted its position on a busy road leading to occasional traffic noise.
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Steve
Mar 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Attentive staff and convenient location to everything and only a few minutes from Hobbiton
Attentive staff and convenient location to everything and only a few minutes from Hobbiton
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Amanda
Mar 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Host was friendly on check in and had recommendations for dinner. Located on a beautiful stretch of road with excellent walking path along the way. Close to center of town. Room itself was clean and comfortable and in a quiet area.
Host was friendly on check in and had recommendations for dinner. Located on a beautiful stretch of road with excellent walking path along the way. Close to center of town. Room itself was clean and comfortable and in a quiet area.
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Douglas
Feb 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff friendly and helpful. Matamata and the surrounding area is beautiful. Great location to stay when visiting Hobbiton.
Staff friendly and helpful. Matamata and the surrounding area is beautiful. Great location to stay when visiting Hobbiton.
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Norhamidah
Dec 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Easy parking and near to hobbitton movie set.
Easy parking and near to hobbitton movie set.
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Alexandra
Mar 12, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The Motel is just outside the city and because of that at night very quite (love that). Everything is great for a short stay. If you don't have a car, the town center is within a 30 minute walking distance.
The Motel is just outside the city and because of that at night very quite (love that). Everything is great for a short stay. If you don't have a car, the town center is within a 30 minute walking distance.
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Ramayan
Jan 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The motel is a great value for money. It's not near anything, though. We stayed overnight to visit Hobbiton the next day and we were happy with the stay.
The motel is a great value for money. It's not near anything, though. We stayed overnight to visit Hobbiton the next day and we were happy with the stay.
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David
Jan 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Far enough from the town centre to be very quiet, but only 5 mins by car to restaurants and fast food. Spacious room recently renovated.
Far enough from the town centre to be very quiet, but only 5 mins by car to restaurants and fast food. Spacious room recently renovated.
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Thomas
Mar 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A lovely motel stay and close to the heart of Matamata, but also quiet and restful. Lovely staff and a lovely stay.
A lovely motel stay and close to the heart of Matamata, but also quiet and restful. Lovely staff and a lovely stay.
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Jonathan
Dec 1, 2024
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Tower Rd Motel was a comfortable stay with plenty of room for an affordable price. I stayed due to its 15-20min drive to Hobbiton. Check in/out was easy with friendly staff. A short 2 minute drive into town and you'll find a few good food options around. Would recommend it to anyone passing through Matamata
Tower Rd Motel was a comfortable stay with plenty of room for an affordable price. I stayed due to its 15-20min drive to Hobbiton. Check in/out was easy with friendly staff. A short 2 minute drive into town and you'll find a few good food options around. Would recommend it to anyone passing through Matamata
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Suzanne
Feb 16, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely motel in the heart of Matamata. Clean rooms, easy parking, great amenities within the room, and lovely setting, including farmland, horses, and a wonderful walking path right outside the hotel. Also, very close to Hobbiton and for visiting the area around this lovely city.
Lovely motel in the heart of Matamata. Clean rooms, easy parking, great amenities within the room, and lovely setting, including farmland, horses, and a wonderful walking path right outside the hotel. Also, very close to Hobbiton and for visiting the area around this lovely city.
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Danielle
Nov 2, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This little studio was so very clean and exceptionally quiet. It’s an easy 20 minute walk on a safe path into Matamata, or turn right and go visit the Firth Tower museum, which was a delightful find for $10. The bed was great and firm and comfortable. The studio had dish-ware and utensils handy, as well as a microwave and fridge for the snacks I bought in town. Great hot water and water pressure, and again, everything was so very clean. Also, if you open the back window you can hear horses in the pasture behind you sighing contentedly. A lovely choice in a lovely place!
This little studio was so very clean and exceptionally quiet. It’s an easy 20 minute walk on a safe path into Matamata, or turn right and go visit the Firth Tower museum, which was a delightful find for $10. The bed was great and firm and comfortable. The studio had dish-ware and utensils handy, as well as a microwave and fridge for the snacks I bought in town. Great hot water and water pressure, and again, everything was so very clean. Also, if you open the back window you can hear horses in the pasture behind you sighing contentedly. A lovely choice in a lovely place!
10
Amanda
Mar 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Host was friendly on check in and had recommendations for dinner. Located on a beautiful stretch of road with excellent walking path along the way. Close to center of town. Room itself was clean and comfortable and in a quiet area.
Host was friendly on check in and had recommendations for dinner. Located on a beautiful stretch of road with excellent walking path along the way. Close to center of town. Room itself was clean and comfortable and in a quiet area.
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Jess
Mar 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A lovely location and tidy room, great host who was lovely to chat to and gave great tips for places to eat, best time to leave to get to my Hobbiton tour etc which was super appreciated! Lovely cats to have a smooch with too! As a solo female traveller I felt completely safe and at ease here and would absolutely stay again.
A lovely location and tidy room, great host who was lovely to chat to and gave great tips for places to eat, best time to leave to get to my Hobbiton tour etc which was super appreciated! Lovely cats to have a smooch with too! As a solo female traveller I felt completely safe and at ease here and would absolutely stay again.
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Rene
Jan 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Quiet area with short distance to restaurants.
Quiet area with short distance to restaurants.
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Jeremy
Oct 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great spot just on the outskirts of Matamata, quiet and cute and comfortable. You could walk into town on a nice day, but we drove in since it was spring and rainy or overcast. Lovely spot, would stay again!
Great spot just on the outskirts of Matamata, quiet and cute and comfortable. You could walk into town on a nice day, but we drove in since it was spring and rainy or overcast. Lovely spot, would stay again!
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Ramayan
Jan 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The motel is a great value for money. It's not near anything, though. We stayed overnight to visit Hobbiton the next day and we were happy with the stay.
The motel is a great value for money. It's not near anything, though. We stayed overnight to visit Hobbiton the next day and we were happy with the stay.
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David
Jan 26, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Far enough from the town centre to be very quiet, but only 5 mins by car to restaurants and fast food. Spacious room recently renovated.
Far enough from the town centre to be very quiet, but only 5 mins by car to restaurants and fast food. Spacious room recently renovated.
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Simon
Oct 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Basic simple room for two, easy parking, good recommendations available for local restaurants and helpful staff
Basic simple room for two, easy parking, good recommendations available for local restaurants and helpful staff
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Jonathan
Dec 1, 2024
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Tower Rd Motel was a comfortable stay with plenty of room for an affordable price. I stayed due to its 15-20min drive to Hobbiton. Check in/out was easy with friendly staff. A short 2 minute drive into town and you'll find a few good food options around. Would recommend it to anyone passing through Matamata
Tower Rd Motel was a comfortable stay with plenty of room for an affordable price. I stayed due to its 15-20min drive to Hobbiton. Check in/out was easy with friendly staff. A short 2 minute drive into town and you'll find a few good food options around. Would recommend it to anyone passing through Matamata
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maryanne
Mar 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This lovely place is conveniently placed for your time in Matamata. We took a Hobbiton tour, enjoyed a St. Patty's Guiness and coffees in town. Friendly manager ( thanks Andy) ensures you have essentials in your clean welcoming room. Love the windows for fresh air and blooming hydrangea in the yard. Retro vibes.
This lovely place is conveniently placed for your time in Matamata. We took a Hobbiton tour, enjoyed a St. Patty's Guiness and coffees in town. Friendly manager ( thanks Andy) ensures you have essentials in your clean welcoming room. Love the windows for fresh air and blooming hydrangea in the yard. Retro vibes.
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Therese
Jul 12, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Tower Road Motel was a lovely place to stay for two nights and isn’t far from the town center. The Studio unit was spotlessly clean, great pressure in the shower and bed was very comfortable. Andy had turned the heat pump on in our unit prior to our arrival which was greatly appreciated. We would happily stay here in the future.
Tower Road Motel was a lovely place to stay for two nights and isn’t far from the town center. The Studio unit was spotlessly clean, great pressure in the shower and bed was very comfortable. Andy had turned the heat pump on in our unit prior to our arrival which was greatly appreciated. We would happily stay here in the future.
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Davinder
Jul 8, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Perfect for a family trip
Perfect for a family trip
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Samara
Jun 26, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
A lovely place to stay with a lovely owner too. Highly recommended
A lovely place to stay with a lovely owner too. Highly recommended
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Lauren
Jun 12, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
the staff were amazing! there were lots of blankets and other small things around the room that made it a lovely stay
the staff were amazing! there were lots of blankets and other small things around the room that made it a lovely stay
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Diane
Jun 4, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Everything was perfect Thanks for lovely stay Be back again
Everything was perfect Thanks for lovely stay Be back again
Property Policies
Check-in
Check-out
From 14:00 to 21:00
Before 10:00
FAQs about Tower Road Motel
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free parking is available on-site, though it is limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 until 21:00, and check-out is by 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out options are not specified.
Where is the motel located in relation to local attractions?
Tower Road Motel is located in Matamata, close to attractions such as Hobbiton Movie Set, Wairere Falls, and Lake Karapiro. It is also near Matamata Golf Club and offers access to hiking and biking trails.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed to stay at the motel, but the minimum age for free stays is not specified.
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- 2026-10-25: 98.83976136837005USD
- 2026-10-26: 86.33204928703307USD
- 2026-10-27: 84.5415315252304USD
- 2026-10-28: 85.25354583625793USD
- 2026-10-29: 91.99829460697174USD
- 2026-10-30: 108.46969232368468USD
- 2026-10-31: 108.61485904541014USD
- 2026-11-01: 83.17567727470397USD
- 2026-11-02: 94.66706847133636USD
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- 2026-11-04: 102.66061341018676USD
- 2026-11-05: 124.94532043762206USD
- 2026-11-06: 102.66061341018676USD
- 2026-11-07: 125.47407735939025USD
- 2026-11-08: 83.5861539993286USD
- 2026-11-09: 102.23089051475525USD
- 2026-11-10: 102.23089051475525USD
- 2026-11-11: 102.23089051475525USD
- 2026-11-12: 102.23089051475525USD
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- 2026-11-14: 93.47747222557068USD
- 2026-11-15: 92.11984802055358USD
- 2026-11-16: 92.84353651866913USD
- 2026-11-17: 93.49304350585936USD
- 2026-11-18: 102.23089051475525USD
- 2026-11-19: 93.47747222557068USD
- 2026-11-20: 102.23089051475525USD
- 2026-11-21: 95.78143201656341USD
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- 2026-11-23: 102.36428049430846USD
- 2026-11-24: 95.86146771354674USD
- 2026-11-25: 96.11157392520904USD
- 2026-11-26: 96.11157392520904USD
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- 2026-11-29: 86.53743293571472USD
- 2026-11-30: 96.11157392520904USD
- 2026-12-01: 104.12504018917083USD
- 2026-12-02: 102.98455073623657USD
- 2026-12-03: 104.12504018917083USD
- 2026-12-04: 125.48428159027098USD
- 2026-12-05: 104.12504018917083USD
- 2026-12-06: 125.48428159027098USD
- 2026-12-07: 104.12504018917083USD
- 2026-12-08: 104.12504018917083USD
- 2026-12-09: 106.09589252033233USD
- 2026-12-10: 104.29511925010681USD
- 2026-12-11: 104.12504018917083USD
- 2026-12-12: 104.12504018917083USD
- 2026-12-13: 108.59698027572631USD
- 2026-12-14: 112.12850733242034USD
- 2026-12-15: 114.25943105754851USD
- 2026-12-16: 119.42166086978912USD
- 2026-12-17: 111.83837899913787USD
- 2026-12-18: 147.8539555049896USD
- 2026-12-19: 119.42166086978912USD
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- 2026-12-21: 119.42166086978912USD
- 2026-12-22: 111.83837899913787USD
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