Matariki Motor Lodge
Motel425 Kihikihi Road, Te Awamutu, New ZealandShow on map
Top rated
Guests rate it highest for service, location and cleanliness.
9.0414Reviews- Check-in from 1:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.2 out of 10, at 425 Kihikihi Road.
- Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.
Modern Accommodation with Smart TV Matariki Motor Lodge, opened in June 2013, offers modern, air-conditioned rooms with a Smart TV capable of streaming Netflix. Enjoy free WiFi and on-site parking during your stay.
Convenient Location for Sightseeing Explore the Waitomo Glowworm Caves just a 40-minute drive south or visit the Hobbiton Movie Set a 40-minute drive east. Immerse yourself in unforgettable experiences nearby.
Comforts of Home with Added Amenities Each room features a kitchenette with essential appliances, a double-glazed window for peace, and an en suite bathroom with complimentary toiletries. Borrow a book from reception or opt for the convenient laundry service available on-site.
Book your stay at Matariki Motor Lodge for a memorable and comfortable experience.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Garden
- Pets allowed
- Laundry
- Fax/photocopying
Rooms
9.0
Top rated
Rated 9.0 out of 10 by 414 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.2
- Service9.7
- Location9.2
- Rooms9.2
- Amenities8.7
- Value8.7
- Food & drink8.2
Guests mention
Clean and tidyFriendly staffQuiet location
LeahAustraliaA bit Pricy, but clean and tidy
Room was clean and comfortable and had all you need
It was a cold night on our arrival. The office had just closed and apologisingly we had to have the manager come down from his home above office to check us in. When…
MarshaNew ZealandModern, clean, warm and great location.
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KT n M MurphyNew ZealandFriendly staff clean and tidy. It was a perfect place for us.
Comfortable and clean room
ConorNew ZealandGreat Central Location
OriwaNew ZealandWould be happy to recommend to whanau and return again soon
Easy access to room and parking, coffee facilities and town
Next to main road that was noisy at night times
DianneNew ZealandWell laid out clean unit close to the centre of town. Nice decor and all the facilities you needed.
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
425 Kihikihi Road, Te Awamutu, New Zealand
Guests rate the location 9.2 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 1:00 PM until 08:30 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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Please note that the bedding configuration is not guaranteed and will be confirmed upon arrival, subject to availability.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Matariki Motor Lodge
What time is check-in and check-out at Matariki Motor Lodge?
Check-in is from 1:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Matariki Motor Lodge allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is breakfast included at Matariki Motor Lodge?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Matariki Motor Lodge have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Matariki Motor Lodge have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book Matariki Motor Lodge?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Matariki Motor Lodge?
425 Kihikihi Road, Te Awamutu.
Other places we book in Te Awamutu
Nothing to do with the booking above. The same market, priced the same way, for if this one is not it.
