Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 128 reviews.
Amy
Australia · Family · November 2026
+Amazing host, room exactly as described. Very large space and felt like home. Comfortable and peaceful. Great options for breakfast and loved that we had something on offer to eat/drink when we arrived without having to go back into town. Also loved the option to feed the alpacas, this was a highlight for my son.
−Nothing everything was fabulous
Marie
New Zealand · Family · October 2026
+Peaceful and relaxing
Robert
United States · Family · October 2026
“Comfortable and quiet with a little extra”
+We loved the Red Shed. The owners were close and welcoming, but left us to our holiday. They provided treats for the animals which my daughter really enjoyed feeding to them. The bed was super comfortable! The billiards table was a big hit with my teens. It was quiet and close to the town. If we have reason to be back in the area I would absolutely stay here again.
−We have no complaints.
Christine
United Kingdom · Family · October 2026
“Great location. Spacious for large family groups”
+Really large space. Great amenities. Left goodies and breakfast items. Milks and water . Also all cleaning items . Had a mini bar and treats to pay for as extra if you needed them. Lovely host Marie came to see if we were ok. Had garden area and nice views over the park good location not far from town and shops/restaurants
−Blinds everywhere to be private but quite light in the morning if that all I can say you know if was a good place
alison
United States · Couple · October 2026
“Perfect stop on the way to Hobbiton”
+The host provided breakfast supplies, which was great. The unit is spacious and clean. Beds are super comfy. The alpacas and sheep in the field next door made the stay extra special.
Malcolm
New Zealand · Family · October 2026
“Super cool family fun”
+The Red Shed was so cool, having a pool table was amazing and the whole family loved it. How beautiful and safe the area it is located in was incredible and the ease of getting to all the atractions was so easy.
−Having to leave.
Lakshmi
New Zealand · Solo · October 2026
“Cozy stay in Matamata”
+Cozy open plan stay for family. Lots to enjoy including some lovely alpacas. Pooltable was a bonus! My first ever 10/10!
Sharon
New Zealand · Family · September 2026
“Peaceful and reasonably priced, but didn't like everything being in one room”
+The host was really lovely and happily brought us the extra things we asked for. Feeding the alpacas was fun. It is set in a peaceful area, but still fairly close to town.
−We didn't expect it to be just one large room with all the beds in the same space as the TV, lounge chairs, dining table, pool table and kitchenette. The only separate room was the bathroom. We rearranged things a bit eg to put someone who snored at the far end, and to make the furniture gather around the coffee table. It would have been good to have more light in the kitchenette and more bench space or pantry space. Even though there was a hotplate and some pots there were no serving dishes and very few extra utensils, so it was too hard to cook any meals.
Justin
United States · Family · August 2026
“The host is the friendliest and most responsive I have ever had. The Red Shed is a great spot for anyone staying in the”
+The Red Shed has everything, a few included food and drink items were a nice touch. The property was spacious and comfortable. Feeding the Alpacas was a nice surprise.
dina
New Zealand · Solo · July 2026
+Maria is an exceptional host. She is so warm and inviting and the red shed was exactly that. It's a very nice space and she has thought of everything. Highly recommend!
−Nothing I didn't like :)