Mataki Motel - Murchison

Mataki motel was a pleasant surprise! Our standard twin room was super clean and the beds were super comfy. The place is just a quick drive from a fantastic restaurant nearby with a lovely garden to enjoy. The reception staff were helpful too, providing fresh milk for our coffee.

100% recommend

The location was perfect and stunning for me as it was just next door to the supermarket and also the local bars and restaurants as well as river walks. It also was in nelson or Westport.

Was off the main road, so quiet from traffic noise. Good firm bed, slept well. Decent shower, good water pressure. Loved the quirky batwing door to the bathrom! Lovely and bright in the morning with the sun into the room.

The two-bedroom unit had a surprisingly spacious layout compared to other accommodations in the area. The kitchenette, though basic, offered just enough for quick meals, and the internet connection held up well for our needs while planning future adventures.

The bathroom's space was a tight squeeze for three adults, made certain tasks quite challenging, especially dealing with the small hand basin that couldn't accommodate filling the kettle or washing the dishes effectively. We also encountered a toilet that didn't flush properly after multiple uses. While the motel is close to town, that means some noise can seep in, especially with nearby festivities, leaving us a bit sleepless.

The lady in reception was friendly.

room was very small, no case place or wardrobe. Only sink was a small handbasin in toilet area where water had to be obtained for the kettle and washing pots.Only microwave to cook with. Said free WiFi but could not connect in our room told to sit in reception.

Location: the hotel was just off river walk and easy walk to town, the restaurant with there automatic guns and supermarket. The staff were extraordinarily friendly and excellent, and the free parking was available. The room was functional, moreover large with double plus single bed;)))

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Had a lovely bush view and enjoyed a good little garden area for relaxation outside.

The two bedroom unit felt cramped with four adults and a child, lacking necessary space for comfort.

freash and clean, obviously recently refurbished.

"it's a motel!". Basic facilities in a cramped studio room; we got far better value for just under $100 at other places during our tour of the South Island.

friendly, courteous staff; clean, spacious accommodations.

The location of Mataki Motel is lovely, with a very pretty view right outside the door. The bed wassuper clean and cozy, ensuring a good night's sleep. Owners were friendly and helpful. Unfortunately, the room was quite small for our needs. There wasn't a sink to fill the kettle, so we had to awkwardly fill it from the shower head. It was fine for one night, but for a longer stay, I'd recommend a bigger room. The room rate felt a bit high given the size and facilities available, especially during off-peak season in Murchison. All in all, the basics were there, but more attention to amenities would make a big difference.

It was nice and comfortable and quiet, the Motel was of a very good standard and we would come again.

It is close to the shops and there are some lovely walks to be taken from the motel.

Super clean room with a comfortable bed! A bit cramped with the single bed for bags, and filling the kettle in the bathroom sink was awkward. a good choice for a short stay! 😊

we had a good television with a lot of chanals.

it was far awat from westport, so bad location and boring town

Comfortable beds, very clean room