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Mataki Motels

3.0 star property
3-star ski hotel with free parking

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BBQ/picnic area
Seasonal outdoor pool
Interior
Garden
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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34 Hotham Street, Murchison, 7007
  • Place, Murchison Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Boer War Memorial
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Murchison Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Studio

Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Studio

Studio

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Standard Studio

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Standard Studio

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Murchison

Near the slopes.You'll find Murchison Museum and Boer War Memorial within a 15-minute walk of this Murchison hotel. Murchison Golf Club is within 2 miles (3 km) and Mauria River Valley is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Murchison Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Boer War Memorial - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Murchison Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Nelson Lakes National Park - 35 min drive - 49.1 km
  • Lake Rotoiti - 54 min drive - 72.4 km

Getting around

  • Nelson (NSN) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Murchison Tea Rooms - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Beechwoods Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rivers Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tutaki Bakery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hampden Hotel - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Mataki Motels

3-star ski hotel with free parking
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 refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers.

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Property amenities

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

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

  • No pets 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

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 14 for adults and 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
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 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. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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 October 20 and close April 30.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Mataki Motels.
  • 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

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Mataki Motels Hotel Murchison
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Mataki Motels to the airport?

Mataki Motels is 75.5 mi (109-min drive) away from the Nelson (NSN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mataki Motels?

As of Apr 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mataki Motels on Apr 14, 2026 start from CA $118, excluding 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.

Does Mataki Motels have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Mataki Motels.

Does Mataki Motels offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Mataki Motels, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 14 for adults and NZD 14 for children.

Is there a casino at Mataki Motels?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Mataki Motels?

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

Is there free parking at Mataki Motels?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Mataki Motels have a pool?

Mataki Motels features a seasonal outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Mataki Motels have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Mataki Motels to downtown Murchison?

Mataki Motels is 0.6 mi away from Murchison.

Mataki Motels Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 181 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 181 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 181 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 181 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 181 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Glenda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very cramped
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Extremely dated and small accommodation at a high price for what is provided. No space to put anything in the bathroom and the solitary sink is barely big enough to rinse your hands in. Bugs are also a massive problem and it's impossible to leave windows open without getting totally infested. Wifi was also poor with a maximum download speed of 5Mbps and very flaky connection. On the plus side it was very quiet. Glad we only stayed one night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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

8/10 Good

Martyn

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

8/10 Good

Jacqui

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michalynn

Travelled with family
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

John

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

D H

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean with lots of natural light & a view of the surrounding hills. Sitting on the verandah we were serenaded by birds including blackbirds and magpies.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Yuval

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

2/10 Terrible

Gary

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with group
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

4/10 Poor

Janet Ho

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room is very small
Stayed 1 night in Feb 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

Daniel F Brennecke

Travelled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Did the job.

Bed for the night - as requested.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

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

8/10 Good

Eddy

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

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Ok for 1 night

The kitchen facilities are insufficient to cook a meal - only a microwave and toaster. Other places we’ve stayed in New Zealand had at least a portable hob
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

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