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Horse and Jockey Inn

2.5 star property

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Dinner served
Staircase
Standard Double Room, Ensuite | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Balcony

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪43 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
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room with Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Family Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room with Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Matamata

Horse and Jockey Inn places you next to Founders Park and within a mile (2 km) of Wairere Falls. This 16-room hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Founders Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Wairere Falls - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Hobbiton Movie Set - 20 min drive - 10.9 miles
  • SkyCity Hamilton - 49 min drive - 45.7 miles
  • Mount Maunganui - 51 min drive - 45.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Green Dragon - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Painted Lady Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Te Poi - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Horse and Jockey Inn

Guests of Horse and Jockey Inn enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and microwave in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, an arcade/game room, and express check-out.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hydromassage showers. Portable fans are also included. Bathrooms are shared.

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Property amenities

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

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 elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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
  • Check-in: 1 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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

Are free cancellation options available at Horse and Jockey Inn?

Horse and Jockey Inn provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of May 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Horse and Jockey Inn on Jun 19, 2026 start from $81, 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.

What's there to see within easy reach of Horse and Jockey Inn?

This hotel is located in Matamata, just steps from Founders Park. You'll also find Wairere Falls and Firth Tower Museum within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Horse and Jockey Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Horse and Jockey Inn feature a casino on the premises?

No, Horse and Jockey Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Horse and Jockey Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Horse and Jockey Inn a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a pillow menu and a hydromassage showerhead as well as a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Horse and Jockey Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Horse and Jockey Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Horse and Jockey Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Horse and Jockey Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Horse and Jockey Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at Horse and Jockey Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Horse and Jockey Inn?

The closest major airport to Horse and Jockey Inn is Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.), which is about 24.4 mi away. Another top airport is Tauranga (TRG), which is around 25 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Horse and Jockey Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Horse and Jockey Inn that offer a balcony.

Horse and Jockey Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 266 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 266 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 266 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 266 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 266 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

lauren

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Do not stay here! This is terrible lodging accommodation above a pub! It's very outdated old and does not feel clean. Had a ensuite room and for the money I paid was very disappointing. When it said oh this is a pub the music isn't loud yiu won't here it. I could hear the music if it was in my room after midnight the music finally turned off! This should be advertised that this is a noisy pub!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Megan

Disliked: Amenities
It was a fine place to spend the night. It smelled like smoke and there were loud noises at night- I think there was a drunk person stumbling around. Bathrooms are shared. The facility itself is a bit older and outdated.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We enjoyed our stay.only complaint was very noisy untill midnight. Music one side of hotel. Traffic other side.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Bowen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cosy rooms that had clean linen. The communal bathrooms was also very clean. Older place but added bonus of having bar downstairs a good stop over for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room and bathrooms were to be as expected for backpacking. When I checked in I was told that I would get new towles the next day but didn't. I asked around 4pm for new towels and was told they would let housekeeping know. When leaving around 5pm I was again told I'd have new towels. When I returned around 8:30pm I still did NOT have towels and staff were no longer available as the restaurant was closed. The staff were otherwise very pleasant and welcoming. Food in the restaurant was fenomenal! I had the lamb shank and it was my 1st time having lamb. It did not disappoint
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room felt old & neglected. No air conditioning and toilet leaked not the floor. Bathroom tap loose n sink.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Scott

Liked: Staff & service
Shower head in the communal area needs to be fixed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No the kitchen let the over all place down. Staff exellent, bathrooms clean bedding great. Just not useful kitchen no kettle fridge grubby no tea coffee, but had good stay and would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly! Craig and Sunny were amazing! Great food, the cheese garlic toasties were my fav ☺️ great walking distance for Matamata info center for Hobbiton tour. Got back late and felt safe walking back in the dark.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very old school, room facilities limited, ie towels but no wash cloth. But clean, restaurant ok
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Another good stay here

Satisfied
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abel, Sacramento

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best option in Matamata! Really enjoyed our stay! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Pauline

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Gregory

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
It was fine - relatively safe - a bit loud till late at night - but expected for being just above a pub. Rooms are pretty austere. I think a complementary water bottle or two would have been helpful during my late night search for water.
A view of the hotel frontage.
Young adults partying till the wee hours of the night directly across from my room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Alison

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

HSIU-CHI

Traveled with family
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Allan

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property's accommodation needs significant updating, whilst the bedding was clean, the general appearance of the room was shabby, the curtains were halfway down the windows, the window latches were broken, so we could not close them to block out any noise or the street lights right outside the window. The cost didn't not match the accommodation. I'm unlikely to recommend this to anyone, unless they need urgent one night accommodation and there is nothing else available.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Tony

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Did not feel safe so I didn’t end up staying. There were undesirable people and the shared bathrooms made me not want to have to walk down the hall way by myself. If my husband was there I would put up with it. I didn’t realise this particular room did not have a bathroom. It was clean enough but yeah I didn’t feel safe. My key was put back in the return within 15 minutes and I left. The staff member seemed annoyed by my checking in and I was told she’s leaving in 20 minutes so if I needed something it had to be quick. I ended up on a friends couch back in Morrinsville.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Des

Business traveler

Really?

It's what you'd expect of an in modernized 1950s hotel. The room I was in cost 140 for the night. Ensuuite with leaking taps,dirty toilet brush water,no bedside lamp,no radio,no television. Over priced.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Dan, Shawnee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Pros: beds were nice, bathroom was very basic but met our needs Cons: no tv, no phone, no A/C (although it wasn't needed), no bedside lamps, no safety latch on door, noise from bar below (not too bad though) Just meets the bare minimum. The staff were nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

jean-hugues

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Noisy night

If you try to sleep a saturday night, you will be in trouble with the music coming from the bar, very noisy until 12:00PM
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Tired facilities but comfortable. We had a two bedroom unit with ensuite. It was a bit noisy ( traffic and people outside). Lovely meal in the restaurant. Great checkin, pleasant and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Traveled with group
Bike lock up and access could be more accessible. The food in the restaurant was delicious and fair portions.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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