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Mataki Motels

3.0 star property
Family-friendly ski hotel with lazy river

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BBQ/picnic area
Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area
View from property
Laundry room
Aerial view

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb

Explore the area

Map
34 Hotham Street, Murchison, 7007
  • Murchison Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Boer War Memorial
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Murchison Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio

Studio

Highlights

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

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

Standard Studio

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Studio

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

Standard Studio

Highlights

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

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Cots/infant beds
Sofa bed
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

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

View all photos for Studio

Studio

Studio

Highlights

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

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Exterior

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (61)
The price is AU$230
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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About the area

Murchison

A family-friendly stay in Murchison awaits you at Mataki Motels. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Murchison Museum and Boer War Memorial. Highlights at this ski hotel include free self-parking and a lazy river. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and kids' swimming pool as well as access to a playground. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a terrace and a garden. Continental breakfast is available. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Murchison hotel include Murchison Golf Club and Mauria River Valley.

What's nearby

  • Murchison Museum - 6 min walk
  • Boer War Memorial - 14 min walk
  • Murchison Golf Club - 3 min drive
  • Buller Gorge - 17 min drive
  • Nelson Lakes National Park - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Murchison Tea Rooms - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Beechwoods Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rivers Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Cow Shed Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Commercial Hotel - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Mataki Motels

Family-friendly ski hotel with lazy river
Mataki Motels offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a lazy river, and a children's pool. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Mataki Motels. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

This 3-star Murchison hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 7 buildings
  • Built in 2006
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Mataki Motels offers 16 accommodations. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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 lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The seasonal pool will open on 20 October and close on 30 April.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Mataki Motels.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Mataki Motels Hotel Murchison
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Mataki Motels?

Mataki Motels offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Mataki Motels?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mataki Motels on 24 Feb 2025 start from AU$141.8, 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.

Is parking available at Mataki Motels?

Yep, Mataki Motels has a free self car park.

Does Mataki Motels have a pool?

Mataki Motels has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. The pool is open from October 20 to April 30.

Does Mataki Motels have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is Mataki Motels family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, a playground and a lazy river, it's no surprise that Mataki Motels is a hit with families.

Does Mataki Motels serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental brekkie is offered at Mataki Motels.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mataki Motels?

No, Mataki Motels does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Mataki Motels?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Mataki Motels?

No, pets are not allowed.

Mataki Motels Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 152 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with group
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

6/10 Okay

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was very small. If We stayed again would choose the dearer option. Nowhere to put suitcases except on the table
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Warwick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not value for money washing dishes in a small basin in the bathroom not a good look Laundry was not available due to some breakdown with the motels Landry machine
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Penelope

Travelled with partner
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

Kevin

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

8/10 Good

Johan

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Herb

Travelled with family
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

Sue

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

10/10 Excellent

LAURIE WARING

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Travelled with group
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

Annie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex

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

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with partner
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

2/10 Terrible

Cheryl

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had to wash dishes in a small hand basin. There was only a shower curtain. Only two overhead lights. One in the living area and 1 in the bathroom. We had a wardrobe door key to our room which shows its age. This room was definitely not value for money. The heater was on which was a plus but why not turn the fridge on. Very disappointed with this accommodation
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Ronald, Moncrieff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was small with no wardrobe or hanging space. Basic amenities in bathroom with tiny basin and no shelving. Shower was excellent. Kitchen supplies/utensils were meagre.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Chris and John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Janice

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

8/10 Good

Jillian

Travelled with partner
Not much spare room in the room. No tap in living area, had to fill the kettle in the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a tiny premise, basic but adequate. A very comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

damien

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Brendon

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable