Featuring a rustic exterior, The Horse and Jockey Inn is a welcoming establishment. It is located at 81 Arawa Street, Matamata. Here, you can enjoy a menu of delicious meals and engage in some exciting sightseeing activities close-by. There is a wide variety of beverages on offer here plus some of the latest pokies machines in the gaming lounge. Should you want to extend your stay here or are interested in visiting the nearby attractions for a weekend, the venue also has some comfortable accommodation options at the best rates in town.

The atmosphere in this inn is calm and friendly as many local residents have made this their local watering hole. You can pop in for lunch or dinner from 11.00am until late in the day throughout the week. In a bid to accommodate everyone, the establishment also serves Gluten Free and Vegetarian meals that taste amazing. To enjoy the amenities here in a comfortable way, you are encouraged to book a table. Read on to discover more about the establishment in our review below.

Menu, Rooms & Pokies @ The Horse and Jockey Inn

The Horse and Jockey Inn is ideal for dining or simply hanging out with your friends or family. There is an indoor space where you can enjoy a bar snack, lunch or dinner. In addition to that, there is a spacious garden bar area where you can enjoy a drink after you’re done with work. The main areas of the establishment also have free Wi-Fi Internet access. As such, you can stay connected whenever you are when visiting this venue.

Menu Sample – Try the Kiwi Burger: Best in New Zealand 🙂

Function hosting

Should you have an event where you are entertaining a large group of guests, the inn has function hosting services. They have the space and facilities to host private events such as birthdays, engagements, anniversaries or wedding parties. For this purpose, the staff can assist with event management. They can also assist with decorating the spaces and catering.

The chefs can provide casual or formal menus for your event. In addition to that, they can provide finger-food, platters or buffets depending on your preference. Should you require this service, simply get in touch with the venue’s manager.

Best local pokies in Matamata, Waikato

The Horse and Jockey Inn is the best place in Matamata to play the pokies, hey that’s what the local’s are saying. With 18 of the best poker machines in Waikato this is the place to be.

Accommodation services

If you should want to extend your stay in this venue, there is some room and board available for you. In the second floor of the Horse and Jockey Inn, there are 15 rooms which range from singles to family rooms. The rates are affordable. Moreover, the rooms are fitted with comfort amenities such as beverage makers, TV screens and access to a shared microwave and refrigerator. Check in time is between 2.00pm and 9.00pm. Moreover, the check out time is 10.00pm which is the norm. You can book their rooms online also.

Activities to perform around the inn

The Horse and Jockey Inn is located close to some iconic attractions. One of these is the Hobbiton town which served as the movie set in the world famous Lord of the Rings movies. The inn is only a few minutes from the free bus which takes visitors to the set.

There is also a gliding facility close to the inn. Here, the young and old can try out some gliding lessons and learn how to fly. They can also try out the experience and view the area from above. Guaranteed to be exciting, it is one of the more popular activities around this inn.

Conclusion

At the Horse and Jockey Inn, you can enjoy great pokies action, sumptuous dining, refreshing drinks and a range of activities to perform around the venue. The establishment has a great heritage and is a proud part of the community around it. To discover more about the venue, simply head to their website. Moreover, specific queries about reservations or room bookings can be made by calling (07) 888 9972 or send an email through the form on their site.

Opening hours

Bar open 7 days from 11am to late

Contacts

Phone 07 888 9972

Website www.horseandjockeyinn.co.nz/

Map and address

Horse and Jockey Inn
85 Arawa St, Matamata 3400, New Zealand

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