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Tower Road Motel can offer clean, quiet and a garden setting motel for guests to enjoy and relax. Five studio units and Two 1 bedroom units make the motel ideal for groups to book the whole complex. Free WI-Fi available in every unit. Tower Road Motel is ideal for use as a base to visit other NZ destinations. Visit our website, or find us on Tripadvisor, TravelBug or our Facebook page. There are many attractions to visit while in Matamata including the Firth Tower Heritage Museum the Wairere Fall, Hobbition Movie Set to name a few. We can offer 7 golf courses within a 30 minute drive from Tower Road Motel and some great shops. Matamata is a growing town, so come and see for yourself!

This peaceful location is positioned for a day of relaxation, adventure or a road trip to Rotorua, Waitomo, and other destinations. A unique self-contained Studio with private courtyard, BBQ, private ensuite and kitchenette with continental breakfast provided. The Studio comes with air-conditioning, seating area, along with a modern and relaxing décor and privacy. Matamata Lodge is the perfect location to base yourself for one night or more. With so many local attractions and experiences like the Hobbiton Movie, Te Waihou Walkway, Blue Water Springs and Wairere Falls at your doorstep. Unwind and soak in the scenery of rolling pastures, Kaimai ranges, stunning sunsets and star gazing.

The Lakehouse. Sleeps 2 A luxurious and serene escape. The pantry and fridge are stocked with meal options produced and harvested from the estate's own chickens, bees, Angus beef, vineyard, olive trees and market garden - a truly unique and memorable experience. The Gatehouse. Sleeps up to 10 A two-storey house overlooking the property from its highest point - incredible lake views from one side of the lake to the other. Take the whole house, or a floor to yourselves: three bedrooms up, two down, with full kitchen and living. The Farmhouse. Sleeps 6 Your tranquil rural retreat at 256 Maungatautari Road - a recently refurbished three-bedroom home on a serene lifestyle block, two minutes from shops and cafés, with Karāpiro Domain.

The Oar & Paddle boasts the best view of Lake karapiro on the sunny, sheltered left bank. Ideal accommodation for family or groups of friends, wedding preparation and a honeymoon hideaway. Bike trails and walks are close at hand at Te Awa over-water boardwalk cycle way, only minutes from your door. Follow the boardwalk to the Mighty River Domain and the Don Rowlands Centre, or simply view the rowing course right from your room. Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari and many adventure activities are at your doorstep. The Oar & Paddle offers a grandstand view of the rowing, canoe racing, New Zealand Grand Prix (NZGP) Hydroplanes, Waterski Racing and Waka Ama. The Oar & Paddle is right in the middle of Middle Earth only 18km away from Hobbiton.

Karapiro Willows has the privacy of a hotel with the charm of a country dwelling. Each of our luxurious guest rooms have been carefully appointed to ensure your stay is relaxing with comfortable beds and private bathrooms. We love to set you up for the day's adventures with a nutritious breakfast of fruit, muesli, yoghurt, a platter of eggs, cheese, avocados and salmon served in our sunny kitchen over looking the willow trees. From Karapiro Willows you can reach either the West coast with the wild black sand beach of Raglan and nearby Waitomo Caves or the East coast golden sand beach of Mt Maunganui in around 60 minutes drive. The Hobbiton movie set is 20 minutes drive over rolling farmland. Dine, shop, cycle, kayak or swim close-by.

The Mighty River Domain at Lake Karapiro is situated six kilometres south of Cambridge in the Waipa District. Our 18 hectare domain is open for public access all year round. With a range of facilities, it's the perfect location for aquatic and land-based events. Our world-class Sir Don Rowlands Centre can be hired for family, community, national and international events. We also offer affordable outdoor recreation activities and accommodation including camping, cabins and lodges. There are several walking tracks nearby including the internationally significant Maungatautari Ecological Island Reserve which features a 16 metre high forest canopy viewing tower, a 600 year old rata and flourishing native species.