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About this property
Located in central Matamata, 20 minutes' drive from the Hobbiton movie set, Horse and Jockey Inn offers 50 MB of free Wi-Fi. The on-site family restaurant includes a range of gluten-free and vegetarian options. The carpeted rooms each come with queen or single beds and include towels. Shared bathroom facilities are provided, while some rooms include a private bathroom. There is a shared kitchenette with a refrigerator, a microwave and tea/coffee making facilities. Horse and Jockey Inn Restaurant is open for lunch and dinner 7 days per week from 11:00, and there is live music including DJ's on Friday and Saturday nights until 01:00. Guests can play billiards, enjoy casual bar snacks and share a drink in the courtyard garden. The Inn is close to various attractions including Skydive Waikato and Matamata Golf Club, which are a 12-minute drive away. Matamata Racecourse is a 5-minute drive away, while a 9-minute drive leads to the stunning Wairere Water Falls.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Bar
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no cots available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.




The fine print
Please note that there is live music at the property until 01:00 on Friday and Saturday nights. Guests may experience noise from this.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.