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Our top choices for Putaruru 3-star hotels

1. Tower Road Motel

A rural setting with a gravel driveway leading to a row of buildings, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

Location: Matamata
Guest rating: 9.4/10 (Exceptional, 633 reviews)
Price: $78 nightly, $90 total, Nov 29 - Nov 30, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Putaruru 3-star hotels
Review: Great location and staff went above and beyond to make everything great., by cindy

2. No1 Motels On Victoria

A dining area with a large table and chairs, a flat-screen TV on the wall, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Location: Cambridge
Guest rating: 8.2/10 (Very good, 703 reviews)
Price: $47 nightly, $54 total, Nov 16 - Nov 17, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Putaruru 3-star hotels
Review: A nice place to rest up for the night.. Clean functional rooms,well located and no issues.., by Ian

3. Kauri Lodge Karapiro

A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

Location: Karapiro
Guest rating: 9.6/10 (Exceptional, 135 reviews)
Price: $112 nightly, $129 total, Nov 17 - Nov 18, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Putaruru 3-star hotels
Review: Great stay! We loved it!, by Kristin

4. Captains Quarters Motor Inn

A covered outdoor area with tables and chairs, a pool in the background, and a building with a red roof.

Location: Cambridge
Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 282 reviews)
Price: $91 nightly, $105 total, Nov 20 - Nov 21, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Putaruru 3-star hotels
Review: Great location, by Mark

5. Cambridge TOP 10 Holiday Park

A Hobbiton-style house with multiple thatched-roof structures, a central building with a large door, and a surrounding landscape with a pond and grassy hills.

Location: Leamington
Guest rating: 9.4/10 (Exceptional, 86 reviews)
Price: $64 nightly, $73 total, Nov 16 - Nov 17, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Putaruru 3-star hotels
Review: Great place to stay, by Litisha

6. Okoroire Hot Springs Hotel

A person relaxing in a clear pool with a reflection visible.

Location: Tapapa
Guest rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent, 248 reviews)
Price: $120 nightly, $138 total, Nov 17 - Nov 18, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Putaruru 3-star hotels
Review: Consider a trip to Okoroire Hotel you won't be disappointed. Hot Pools included in the price available 24 hours plus we got a free Continental breakfast. 9 hole Golf Course right by the Hotel. Good bar and deck and meals. We will be going again., by Craig

7. Cambrian Lodge Motel

A sign for Cambrian Lodge Motel with amenities including a private spa, swimming pool, and kitchen units.

Location: Cambridge
Guest rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent, 217 reviews)
Price: $72 nightly, $83 total, Nov 29 - Nov 30, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Putaruru 3-star hotels
Review: Perfect stay/location for our Football Tournament, by Marie

8. Country Villa Estate

A gazebo with a white roof and green trim, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with various flowers and a fountain.

Location: Hamurana
Guest rating: 9.8/10 (Exceptional, 35 reviews)
Price: $188 nightly, $216 total, Nov 16 - Nov 17, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Putaruru 3-star hotels
Review: The home was amazing. The grounds are beautiful and the service, food and friendliness impeccable. , by Jeffrey

9. Colonial Court Motel

A garden with a stone fountain, surrounded by flowering bushes and potted plants.

Location: Cambridge
Guest rating: 8.4/10 (Very good, 242 reviews)
Price: $84 nightly, $97 total, Nov 16 - Nov 17, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Putaruru 3-star hotels
Review: Staff awesome, room was amazing , by Junior

10. Paradise Valley Lodge

A cozy cabin room with a wooden ceiling, a large window offering a view of the outdoors, a bed with a blue bedspread, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

Location: Ngongotaha Valley
Guest rating: 8.4/10 (Very good, 11 reviews)
Review: This is a family friendly property that offers plenty of room for activities, whether that is inside or out. Was nice and tidy. The fire place made the property nice and Casey. Great place to stay., by Jaylene

11. Villa Shakespeare

Location: Leamington
Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 93 reviews)
Price: $82 nightly, $95 total, Nov 16 - Nov 17, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Putaruru 3-star hotels
Review: We stayed in the caravan which gave us a lot of privacy and it was a beautifully maintained caravan! We were provided heating so it was not at all cold. Decent tea/coffee making facilities. However, was slightly disappointed as the pictures showed a double bed, but when we arrived it was two singles. Beds are slightly small but this is expected in a caravan home., by Ashley

12. Putaruru Hotel

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a television screen.

Location: Putaruru
Guest rating: 6.4/10 (183 reviews)
Price: $45 nightly, $53 total, Nov 28 - Nov 29, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Putaruru 3-star hotels
Review: Room and bed plus toilet were very clean., by graeme

13. Doolan's Country Retreat - Adults Only

A gravel path flanked by dense foliage and flowering plants.

Location: Hamurana
Guest rating: 10/10 (Exceptional, 25 reviews)
Review: It is the cleanest place I have ever experienced in New Zealand.Top notch staff and breakfast, by Rudo

14. 73 Milton

A paved driveway leading to a building with a dark exterior, surrounded by well-maintained hedges and a wooden fence.

Location: Leamington
Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 110 reviews)
Review: Very comfortable and great location to explore Rotorua, Hobbiton and all the other wonderful sites., by Robert

15. Ballygelvar

A well-maintained garden with a variety of flowering plants and neatly trimmed hedges.

Location: Cambridge
Guest rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent, 3 reviews)
Review: Country atmosphere, views and animals nice., by John

16. Grasslands Bed & Breakfast

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a central potted plant.

Location: Cambridge
Guest rating: 10/10 (Exceptional, 27 reviews)
Review: Very friendly hosts, lovely breakfasts and a great sleep in a comfortable bed. , by Sarah

17. Kea Motel & Holiday Park

A room with two single beds, a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Location: Putaruru
Guest rating: 2/10 (1 review)
Review: We ended up leaving. It stunk there was moldy food in top of oven. No smoke alarms. We were actually disgusted. Windows were dirty. We didnt want to make a scene so said we had to leave for family matters. Would not recommend this place infact no smoke alarms is a major health and safety breech. Never be back., by Anonymous traveler

18. O'Reillys Motel

O'Reilly's Motel with a signboard, entrance, and a brick facade.

Location: Matamata
Guest rating: 8/10 (Very good, 61 reviews)
Review: Comfortable and clean. Helpful staff, by Rose

19. Matamata Central Motel

Location: Matamata
Guest rating: 9.4/10 (Exceptional, 329 reviews)
Review: Excellent place to stay. , by Joel

Top Putaruru Hotel Reviews

Kauri Lodge Karapiro

Address: 957 / 4 Taotaoroa Road, Karapiro, Waikato, 3496, NZ
Location: Karapiro
Star rating: 3/5
Guest rating: 9.6/10 (135 reviews)
Review: The owners were very nice. The suite was very comfortable. A small continental breakfast was included and there were other amenities available. The location was fantastic. Only 15 minutes max from Hobbiton, which was the main reason we stayed in the area. View was beautiful., by Margaret, October 26, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Tower Road Motel

Address: 108 Tower Road, Matamata, 3440, NZ
Location: Matamata
Star rating: 3.5/5
Guest rating: 9.4/10 (633 reviews)
Review: Great location and staff went above and beyond to make everything great., by cindy, October 26, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Okoroire Hot Springs Hotel

Address: 18 Somerville Rd, RD2, Tapapa, 3485, NZ
Location: Tapapa
Star rating: 3/5
Guest rating: 8.6/10 (248 reviews)
Review: Friendly staff. Lovely breakfast, by Chai Lin, April 5, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Cambridge TOP 10 Holiday Park

Address: 32 Scott St, Cambridge, Waikato, 3432, NZ
Location: Leamington
Star rating: 3/5
Guest rating: 9.4/10 (86 reviews)
Review: Large, clean, pretty area, by Katherine, December 4, 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent

Villa Shakespeare

Address: 74 Shakespeare St., Cambridge, 3432, NZ
Location: Leamington
Star rating: 3.5/5
Guest rating: 9.2/10 (93 reviews)
Review: Very nice interior and a pleasant place to stay :), by Jo, November 29, 2020, rated 10/10 Excellent

No1 Motels On Victoria

Address: 89 Victoria Street, Cambridge, 3434, NZ
Location: Cambridge
Star rating: 3/5
Guest rating: 8.2/10 (703 reviews)
Review: OK, so this is not a 5 star motel, but we really liked this place. The worry I had when I made this booking was that I couldn't really tell much about the neighborhood from the description & photos. Cambridge is larger and more charming than expected. This accommodation is centrally located, old school charming and surrounded by antique shops (and other retail nearby). Very convenient. (Easy driving distance to Hobbiton.) Felt very welcomed. Super appreciated the unexpected upgrade to a room..., by Naomi, October 3, 2016, rated 10/10 Excellent

Cambrian Lodge Motel

Address: 63 Hamilton Road, Cambridge, 3434, NZ
Location: Cambridge
Star rating: 3/5
Guest rating: 8.6/10 (217 reviews)
Review: Courteous staff, clean room spacious. Great location., by Barbara, November 16, 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent

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