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Kaikoura Quality Suites, hotel in Kaikoura

Just 3 minutes' drive from the centre of Kaikoura, Kaikoura Quality Suites offers views of the Kaikoura Ranges and modern bathrooms with underfloor heating. Free WiFi and free parking are included.

We arrived late due to taking the afternoon ferry. The owner was very accommodating and checked us in close to 8pm which was great. Room was huge, bed was comfortable. It was great view from the room. Little kitchenette. Really handy.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
2,371 reviews
Price from
£72
1 night, 2 adults
Willowbank Motel, hotel in Kaikoura

Located in the seaside town of Kaikoura, New Zealand. All rooms feature kitchen facilities including microwave oven, colour TV and telephone. Electric blankets and heating are provided.

Clean with high quality furnishings
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
Superb
621 reviews
Price from
£96
1 night, 2 adults
The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel, hotel in Kaikoura

Situated on the beachfront in Kaikoura, The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel has free WiFi. Also boasts a family room.

Clean, beautiful rooms, comfortable, amazing views
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
208 reviews
Price from
£88
1 night, 2 adults
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura, hotel in Kaikoura

Located on a hill and offering stunning views over Kaikoura and the mountains, Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura offers studio accommodation just 5 minutes' walk from the town centre's restaurants, cafes and...

Everything, nice modern apartment that has everything in it and all the sky channels with a big TV, also loved that it had a playground, very handy for the kids.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
1,170 reviews
Price from
£69
1 night, 2 adults
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge, hotel in Kaikoura

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge features, free WiFi, free off-street parking, Seasonal heated outdoor pool and a conference centre.

Very friendly and helpful staff and very clean
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
1,219 reviews
Price from
£75
1 night, 2 adults
Panorama Motel, hotel in Kaikoura

Wake up to stunning views of the Kaikoura Mountains and the sea at Panorama Motel. Our units are all ensuite and smoke-free.

Great views, loved the ambience, nice and quiet
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
1,149 reviews
Price from
£99
1 night, 2 adults
Blue Seas Motel, hotel in Kaikoura

Situated on the beach front in Kaikoura, Blue Seas Motel offers spacious studios and apartments in a quiet location. Most accommodation features views of the sea or mountains.

Location to waterfront, spacious room, clean & tidy
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
1,166 reviews
Price from
£82
1 night, 2 adults
Sierra Beachfront Motel, hotel in Kaikoura

Situated next to the Pacific Ocean, this motel is 5 minutes’ drive from Kaikoura Racecourse. All rooms offer a TV with satellite channels. Free parking is offered on site.

Great size for our family of 4
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
1,167 reviews
Price from
£59
1 night, 2 adults
Alpine View Motel, hotel in Kaikoura

Featuring direct beach access and free Wi-Fi usage per day, Alpine View Motel is only 1 km from Kaikoura Train Station. Heated guest rooms are fitted with a satellite TV.

Views Easy access to beach Close to amenities Host information Comfortable room Easy moving around with disability Lots of space
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
901 reviews
Price from
£76
1 night, 2 adults
Kaikōura Peaks eMotel, hotel in Kaikoura

Located in Kaikoura, 2.7 km from Kaikoura Beach, Kaikōura Peaks eMotel provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The motel features family rooms.

Location was nice and central. The host was very helpful friendly in answering my questions pre stay. The amenities in the rooms were quite good for the price.
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
762 reviews
Price from
£93
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Sierra Beachfront Motel
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,167 reviews

    Situated next to the Pacific Ocean, this motel is 5 minutes’ drive from Kaikoura Racecourse. All rooms offer a TV with satellite channels. Free parking is offered on site.

    Lovely place to stay and we were made very welcome.

  • Sails Motel
    Breakfast options
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 534 reviews

    Situated on the beachfront in Kaikoura, Sails Motel has a garden and free WiFi. The rooms are fitted with a microwave, fridge, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a wardrobe.

    Quiet, really comfortable and clean and friendly staff

  • Bay Cottages
    Breakfast options
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 394 reviews

    Bay Cottages is set in the southern bay in Kaikoura, next to the sea. Free private parking is available on site.

    Room was clean and a good size lovely lady in office

  • Admiral Court Motel Kaikoura
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 334 reviews

    Admiral Court Motel Kaikoura is a 5-minute drive from Kaikoura Train Station. A 2-minute walk from Kaikoura Beach, this property offers free parking on site and free WiFi access.

    Very clean, very comfortable bed, quiet, accessible.

Great access to the city centre! Check these motels in Kaikoura

  • Willowbank Motel
    Central location
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 621 reviews

    Located in the seaside town of Kaikoura, New Zealand. All rooms feature kitchen facilities including microwave oven, colour TV and telephone. Electric blankets and heating are provided.

    The price The room had everything Kitchen and bathroom

  • Kaikoura Quality Suites
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 2,371 reviews

    Just 3 minutes' drive from the centre of Kaikoura, Kaikoura Quality Suites offers views of the Kaikoura Ranges and modern bathrooms with underfloor heating. Free WiFi and free parking are included.

    A great welcome, beautiful, ckean room and so affordable.

  • The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 208 reviews

    Situated on the beachfront in Kaikoura, The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel has free WiFi. Also boasts a family room.

    Fantastic & wonderful location very comfortable.

  • Panorama Motel
    Central location
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,149 reviews

    Wake up to stunning views of the Kaikoura Mountains and the sea at Panorama Motel. Our units are all ensuite and smoke-free.

    Beautiful view, clean, nice people, and pet friendly.

  • Kaikōura Peaks eMotel
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 762 reviews

    Located in Kaikoura, 2.7 km from Kaikoura Beach, Kaikōura Peaks eMotel provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The motel features family rooms.

    Fabulous, large, comfortable room that had everything we required.

  • Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,219 reviews

    Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge features, free WiFi, free off-street parking, Seasonal heated outdoor pool and a conference centre.

    Fresh, spacious, lovely host, comfy & close to centre

  • Alpine View Motel
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 901 reviews

    Featuring direct beach access and free Wi-Fi usage per day, Alpine View Motel is only 1 km from Kaikoura Train Station. Heated guest rooms are fitted with a satellite TV.

    Great location, easy walk to the beach, handy to town

  • Blue Seas Motel
    Central location
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,166 reviews

    Situated on the beach front in Kaikoura, Blue Seas Motel offers spacious studios and apartments in a quiet location. Most accommodation features views of the sea or mountains.

    Beautiful location. Staff we very nice and helpful.

  • Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,170 reviews

    Located on a hill and offering stunning views over Kaikoura and the mountains, Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura offers studio accommodation just 5 minutes' walk from the town centre's restaurants, cafes and...

    Clean an warm, good pressure shower hot water days.

  • Kaikoura Motor Inn
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 205 reviews

    Located in Kaikoura, Kaikoura Motor Inn offers affordable accommodation with free unlimited WiFi, mountain views and a well-equipped kitchen. Kaikoura Station is 2 km away.

    Views from rear deck. Well equipped. Friendly staff

  • Lobster Inn Motor Lodge
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 484 reviews

    Lobster Inn, Kaikoura Motel. This family operated motel has been the ideal location for many staying in Kaikoura and offers modern self sufficient rooms just minutes from the town centre and all the...

    Lovely spacious living room. Comfy beds. Very clean.

  • A1 Kaikoura Motel & Apartment
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 598 reviews

    Ideally situated just a 5-minute walk from Kaikoura Beach, A1 Kaikoura Motel offers free WiFi. Guests enjoy access to spacious communal areas including a shared kitchen.

    Nice big space with kitchen facilities and 2 bedrooms

  • Kaikoura Beach Motel
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 876 reviews

    Set in Kaikoura, a few steps from Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Beach Motel offers accommodation with a garden and free private parking. Certain units at the property feature a terrace with a sea view.

    Great location, easy walk to town and beautiful view

  • Mediterranean Motel Kaikoura
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 718 reviews

    Facing the magnificent Kaikoura mountains, the Mediterranean Motel Kaikoura is a humble road-side motel boasting home-style rooms at one of the most affordable rates in the area.

    Not to many units so not a lot of comm g and going of cars

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Motels that guests love in Kaikoura

  • Avg. price/night: £94.91
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,055 reviews
    Fantastic view of the mountains from our room. Perfect location. You can tell the owners/managers take pride in their property by all the little things they got right. There's a long patio, a good bathroom with sufficient space for storage and plenty of hot water. Beds were very comfortable and had two spacious end tables with 4 plugs by each table. Most motels have tiny trash cans that need to be emptied daily or more often, but here they had a big one, as all should. Friendly, helpful staff.
    KB
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £106.27
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,721 reviews
    Free parking right outside our apartment; easy access to the apartment (we were allocated a ground floor apartment which helped with getting our luggage in when it was pouring with rain!); apartment was spotlessly clean; modern; well furnished; warm; and had everything we needed for our one night stay. Wish we had booked for longer!
    Stewart
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £94.91
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,055 reviews
    The motel is in a great location, easy to walk into town. Lovely clean and sunny room with a good view of the surrounding mountains.
    Erica
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £68.18
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 876 reviews
    We always stay here when in Kaikoura. Older motel which has been refurbished. Beds are very comfortable and location is excellent. Great value for money.
    Jackie
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £72.89
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,167 reviews
    Thoughtfulness of motelier in turning the heater on in our room before our arrival.
    Olliver - Claridge
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £78.53
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 901 reviews
    Family friendly 2nd time we have stayed. The Manager is a lovely host and brings the Manaakitanga to the Motel. Unit comfortable and warm. Easy access to walk straight down to beach
    Rebecca
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £86.99
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 621 reviews
    Beautifully renovated self-contained motel unit. Very clean. Big shower, well appointed kitchen and comfortable living area. Good communication from manager with contactless check in. No need for keys as digital lock on the door.
    Gareth and Sarah
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £61.13
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,166 reviews
    Lovely sound of the sea good view of ocean from my motel, very clean motel, warm.heating, good TV, modern kitchenette and modern bathroom. Great powerful shower
    Mary
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £63.48
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 405 reviews
    A huge step up from the previous owners of this motel. Lovely staff.
    Michael
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £77.59
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,219 reviews
    Wanted a getaway for peace and quiet due to busy work commitments. Kaikoura gateway motor lodge certainly delivered in that department. The beds were Sooo comfortable (not to hard, not to soft) . The BBQ area is a bonus as well as the pool use during your stay. Would have liked to have a room with a view, however, the view entering and exiting the motel made up for it, with a stunning view of the mountains and beach. Would definitely stay again.
    Francine august
    Young couple