Horse and Jockey Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel in Matamata with a restaurant and a bar

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

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
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Wairere Falls
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Hobbiton Movie Set
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room with Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room with Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room with Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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 - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Wairere Falls - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Firth Tower Museum - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Matamata Golf Club - 11 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Hobbiton Movie Set - 21 min drive - 11.3 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

Hotel in Matamata with a restaurant and a bar
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

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

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

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.

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 parking available on site 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.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Horse and Jockey Inn?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and a hydromassage showerhead as well as a bar.

Does Horse and Jockey Inn have a hot tub?

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.

Does Horse and Jockey Inn have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

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.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Horse and Jockey Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Horse and Jockey Inn.