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Horse and Jockey Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel in Matamata with restaurant and bar/lounge

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

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

Explore the area

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85 Arawa St, Matamata, Waikato, 3400
  • Place, Founders Park
    ‪3 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

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hydromassage showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hydromassage showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hydromassage showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Portable fan
Hydromassage showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • 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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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room with Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Matamata

At Horse and Jockey Inn you'll be steps from Founders Park and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Wairere Falls. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The family restaurant, Horse and Jockey Inn, is open for dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and a microwave in a common area. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .With a stay at this Matamata hotel, you'll be 15.9 km (9.9 mi) from Hobbiton Movie Set.

What's nearby

  • Founders Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wairere Falls - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Firth Tower Museum - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Matamata Golf Club - 11 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Hobbiton Movie Set - 21 min drive - 18.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Green Dragon - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪The Redoubt Bar And Eatery - ‬2 min walk
  • Horse and Jockey Inn
  • ‪Te Poi - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Painted Lady Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Horse and Jockey Inn

Hotel in Matamata with restaurant and bar/lounge
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/games room are also featured at Horse and Jockey Inn. Self parking is free.

This Matamata hotel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Deli
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge 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 complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower with a hydromassage showerhead. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • Horse and Jockey Inn

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 all accommodation.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Horse and Jockey Inn?

Horse and Jockey Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 6 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Horse and Jockey Inn on 11 Nov 2025 start from AU$128.73, including 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.

Is parking available at Horse and Jockey Inn?

Yep, Horse and Jockey Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Horse and Jockey Inn?

The closest beach to Horse and Jockey Inn is Pilot Bay Beach (40.4 km).

What makes Horse and Jockey Inn a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Horse and Jockey Inn.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Horse and Jockey Inn?

No, Horse and Jockey Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Horse and Jockey Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Horse and Jockey Inn?

Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Horse and Jockey Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.