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Mataki Motels

3.0 star property
A riverside retreat where guests find both relaxation and adventure, with spa treatments, outdoor activities, and a peaceful setting praised by visitors

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Travelers at Mataki Motels can book riverside massages and spa treatments for relaxation. The property features a playground for kids, a seasonal pool, and garden spaces for outdoor enjoyment. Past guests consistently mention the peaceful atmosphere that defines their stay.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Room options

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Cribs/infant beds
Sofa bed
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Mountain view

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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

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Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Mountain view

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Studio | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio

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Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Mountain view

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Studio | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Mountain view

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Mountain view

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Mountain view

About the neighborhood

Located in Murchison, Mataki Motels is in the historical district and on the riverwalk. Boer War Memorial is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kahurangi National Park and Mauria River Valley. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Murchison travel guide
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34 Hotham Street, Murchison, 7007

What's nearby

  • Nelson Lakes National Park showing mountains, a bay or harbor and a pebble beach
    Nelson Lakes National Park
    35 min drive - 30.5 miles
  • Murchison Museum
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Boer War Memorial
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Murchison Golf Club
    3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Buller Gorge
    19 min drive - 17.3 miles

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN)
    109 min drive

Restaurants

  • Murchison Tea Rooms
    9 min walk
  • Hampden Hotel
    8 min walk
  • The Commercial Hotel
    9 min walk
  • The Little Local
    12 min walk
  • Tutaki Bakery
    8 min walk

About this property

Mataki Motels

Family-friendly hotel by the river
Consider a stay at Mataki Motels and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a playground. Adventurous travelers may like the snowboarding at this hotel. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with a lazy river
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Mataki Motels offer thoughtful touches such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like sound-insulated walls and WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and irons/ironing boards
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 14 for adults and NZD 14 for children

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Lazy river
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snowboarding

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 7 buildings
  • Built in 2006
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 14 for adults and NZD 14 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
The seasonal pool will be open from October 20 to April 30
Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Mataki Motels
Mataki Motels Hotel
Mataki Motels Hotel Murchison
Mataki Motels Murchison
Mataki Motels Hotel
Mataki Motels Murchison
Mataki Motels Hotel Murchison

Frequently asked questions

Does Mataki Motels have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Mataki Motels pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mataki Motels?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mataki Motels?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mataki Motels located?

Located near the slopes, this Murchison hotel is in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Murchison Museum and Boer War Memorial, and close to winter sports such as cross-country skiing. Murchison Golf Club is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) away.

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Reviews

Mataki Motels Reviews

8.2

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 169 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, bed comfortable and there was a fridge, kettle & microwave. The staff were polite and attentive.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michalynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Super clean room-tiny but well laid out. Quiet. Good water pressure in the shower!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for we were visiting
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value and very friendly staff. Clean and everything I needed for my stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Herb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed just one night and this place was very clean, well equipped and very cozy. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Eddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly host and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly situated in town, quiet situation
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location. Wonderful views and lots of interesting places to look at in Murchison. There was a Hang Gliding Regatta going on there during our short stay and we met some neat people while staying at the Motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
These quaint cabins are spectacularly clean with modern quality appliances. A perfect nights sleep in a secluded but convenient location. Try the The Cow Shed Restaurant! Never thought to find that good a dining experience in a little town like that.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great Motel in Murchison -- Just Renovated

Just renovated -- we might have been first guests -- and immaculate condition. Everything new from unscuffed paint to kitchenette to shower to bathroom tiles to bed to carpet. Small, cozy unit -- has everything we need. Friendly owner and good value too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel F Brennecke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in a room with a single queen sized bed. Extremely clean room. It was a little tight but you can make due with the microwave, toaster, and hot plate. At check in we got a small pitcher of fresh milk for tea and coffee that was a nice perk. Very quiet with a little rooster crow in the morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Günther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The pictures show several different units - all of them seemed to have a cooking stove. Our unit did not and the owner claimed he had no influence on the pictures because Xpedia would choose the pictures they put on display. Very misleading - if by intent or just tolerated does not matter. The unit was ok but quite basic. Worth mentioning is the service and cleaning staff which is remarkably considerate and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Penelope

No toiletries provided in the bathroom. No air conditioning. One reading light did not work. A bit of a problem with payment being taken out of our account twice which, by pure good luck, we found. Manager very friendly though. A bit overpriced for what it was. Average hotel, just ok.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Nicolle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, clean and tidy and well appointed. Nice quiet location away from the main road
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Martyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes all the above
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot for stopover
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Yuval

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet and clean motel off the main road . Short drive to town . Friendly proprietors .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

christophe

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We were only there for a very short stop over night but found everything so clean and every thing we needed also very warm and cosy . Thankyou awesome stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a quaint place to stay, room was a tad small but all good, minutes to drive to main shops and we loved feeding the eels and the lovely japanese garden type area, the owners should advertise these with photos would be a big pull for them, would recommend this motel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the eels in the neighboring stream. The “good” overall rating is for small towns, not cities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023