Matador Motel

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.6

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Matador Motel in Carterton offers family rooms with private bathrooms, featuring garden or pool views. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, refrigerator, microwave, and free toiletries. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a saltwater swimming pool, lush garden, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a dining area, work desk, and outdoor seating. Free on-site private parking is available. Convenient Services: The motel provides daily housekeeping, express check-in and check-out, bicycle parking, and luggage storage. Streaming services and a barbecue area enhance the stay. Local Attractions: Located 57 mi from Wellington Airport, the property is near fishing, hiking, and cycling opportunities. Highly rated for room cleanliness, staff support, and comfort.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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See what guests loved the most:

Bonnie
United States United States
“The Matador Motel was a clean and comfortable room for the night in Carterton. The bed was comfortable, the location was quiet and it was within walking distance to restaurants.”
Jeanine1989
New Zealand New Zealand
“Super comfy bed , helpful friendly staff , clean room , ample kitchen utilities”
Nikaore
New Zealand New Zealand
“The owners and host went way and beyond and very welcoming, They were kind and went out of their way for our stay. I would recommend anyone to stay at Matador Motel and the room was clean”
Brian
New Zealand New Zealand
“Every thing was exactly as we had hoped, having made the booking only earlier that day.”
Nk
New Zealand New Zealand
“Very cosy & comfortable room. The pool was amazing in the morning. Lovely area outside to have dinner & downtime after work. Netflix on the tv was great! Host was amazing.”
Matt
New Zealand New Zealand
“Loved our recent stay at the Matador Motel. Everything was fresh and clean, the beds were comfy and the pool was amazing! Thank you for including a fan in each bedroom. Despite the location on the main road, the place was quiet and relaxing. We...”
Tui
New Zealand New Zealand
“Owners change our room/beds to suit my invalid mother. Loved the sea salt pool & bbq area”
Delyse
New Zealand New Zealand
“very clean, excellent hosts. Very comfortable and quiet location. Highly recommended.”
James
Canada Canada
“The room was comfortable and the woman at the check in was super nice and helpful!!”
Totaraview
New Zealand New Zealand
“The unit was very well equipped with extra touches that made it more comfortable, like lamps and mirrors, convenient hooks and extra towels, and even lollies and cookies. It is walking distance to town and has a laundromat next door as well as a...”

Area info

Amenities of Matador Motel

Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

Matador Motel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

< 1 year old
Crib upon request
Free
1 year old
Crib upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
NZD 15 per child, per night
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 15 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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