Historic Hotels & Resorts in Matamata

You’re already probably planning a visit to sights of historical relevance during your holiday in Matamata. Why not absorb the local colour with a visit to the coffee shops?

Based on our travel expertise, Horse and Jockey Inn is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and free parking.

In Matamata, there are 14 hotels bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Favourite places to visit include Hobbiton Movie Set, Wairere Falls and Founders Park. Additionally, you might want to add Firth Tower Museum to your itinerary.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll stay in a place that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel as long as it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the public spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Matamata, giving a real sense of character.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel tends to be the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value along with how it influenced the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the normal amenities found in a hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Matamata, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.