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Willowbank Motel, hotel in Kaikoura

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

Everything was fabulous. A most comfortable and beautiful unit. We loved it.
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
543 reviews
Price from$88.15per night
Kaikoura Quality Suites, hotel in Kaikoura

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

Comfortable bed
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
2,265 reviews
Price from$94.21per night
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 accommodations just 5 minutes' walk from the town center's restaurants, cafes...

Comfortable
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
1,171 reviews
Price from$89.37per night
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 center.

Warm welcome at reception - room was well appointed and spotless. Would definitely recommend to other business travellers.
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
1,229 reviews
Price from$97.94per night
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.

Fantastic location, very comfortable, wonderful hosts
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
1,120 reviews
Price from$121.82per night
Blue Seas Motel, hotel in Kaikoura

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

Great location
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
1,038 reviews
Price from$96.72per night
Sierra Beachfront Motel, hotel in Kaikoura

Located 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.

Everything was lovely, relaxed atmosphere, welcoming,
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
1,145 reviews
Price from$73.46per night
Alpine View Motel, hotel in Kaikoura

Featuring direct beach access and free Wi-Fi usage per day, Alpine View Motel is only 0.6 mi from Kaikoura Train Station. Heated guest rooms are fitted with a satellite TV.

The staff were very friendly and accommodating of any request we had, also able to answer questions regarding the surrounding area. Perfect location, could walk to a food store and right on the beach (over train track).
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
906 reviews
Price from$94.88per night
Kaikōura Peaks eMotel, hotel in Kaikoura

Located in Kaikoura, 1.7 miles from Kaikoura Beach, Kaikōura Peaks eMotel provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking. The motel features family rooms.

Size of unit for price was good value.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
793 reviews
Price from$74.32per night
Admiral Court Motel Kaikoura, hotel in Kaikoura

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 and beds were comfortable. Kitchen well equipped.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
329 reviews
Price from$88.76per night
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Both travelers on the road and on a budget rely on motels for convenient stops with reasonable rates. Direct access to parking makes a motel an easy place to catch some sleep after a day of driving. The relatively smaller size of this accommodation type can also help make check-in quick and easy.
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  • Willowbank Motel
    Budget options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 543 reviews

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

    Everything was 👍nice decor, self check in mountain views

  • Sierra Beachfront Motel
    Budget options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,145 reviews

    Located 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.

  • Blue Seas Motel
    Budget options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,038 reviews

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

    Beautiful location. Staff we very nice and helpful.

  • Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
    Budget options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,229 reviews

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

    Very clean. Good facilities. Spacious. Well equipped

  • Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
    Budget options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,171 reviews

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

    Clean an warm, good pressure shower hot water days.

  • Kaikoura Quality Suites
    Budget options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,264 reviews

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

    Location , friendly & helpful , clean facilities.

  • Kaikōura Peaks eMotel
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 791 reviews

    Located in Kaikoura, 1.7 miles from Kaikoura Beach, Kaikōura Peaks eMotel provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking. The motel features family rooms.

    Very clean and comfortable with the mountain views

  • Admiral Court Motel Kaikoura
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 328 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 center! Check these motels in Kaikoura

  • Austin Heights
    Central location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 3 reviews

    Located in Kaikoura, a 16-minute walk from Kaikoura Beach, Austin Heights has accommodations with a garden and free private parking. Free WiFi is at guests' disposal.

  • Panorama Motel
    Central location
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,120 reviews

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

    Wonderfully comfortable , superb views of the ocean

  • Bay Cottages
    Central location
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 410 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

  • Sails Motel
    Central location
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 557 reviews

    Located 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.

    Close to the sea, nice and clean, will definitely go back again.

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

    Featuring direct beach access and free Wi-Fi usage per day, Alpine View Motel is only 0.6 mi from Kaikoura Train Station. Heated guest rooms are fitted with a satellite TV.

    The staff is amazing and gave us super good local tips

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

    Located in Kaikoura, Kaikoura Motor Inn offers affordable accommodations with free unlimited WiFi, mountain views and a well-equipped kitchen. Kaikoura Station is 1.2 mi away.

    Views from rear deck. Well equipped. Friendly staff

  • Lobster Inn Motor Lodge
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 491 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 center and all the...

    Lovely spacious living room. Comfy beds. Very clean.

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

    Located in Kaikoura, a few steps from Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Beach Motel provides accommodations with a garden and free private parking. Some units at the property feature a terrace with a sea view.

    Great location, easy walk to town and beautiful view

  • Mediterranean Motel Kaikoura
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 695 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.

    Easily accessible, very clean and not too big a complex.

  • A1 Kaikoura Motel & Holiday Park
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 588 reviews

    Ideally located 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

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Motels that guests love in Kaikoura

  • Avg. price/night: $79.58
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,038 reviews
    Loved the location. The sunrise was fantastic. Motel was quiet. 55in SmartTV was great. The renovated bathroom and kitchen were really nice. Staff were friendly.
    Graeme
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $89.37
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,171 reviews
    Location was good to get to the town centre and around the area. Room was clean and comfortable. When we arrive at the motel, the staff at the reception was welcoming and check-in was smooth and easy.
    HP_329
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $121.82
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,120 reviews
    Fabulous views from our motel, extremely clean, well appointed and plenty of room.
    Karen
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $94.88
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 906 reviews
    My go-to motel in Kaikoura, wonderfully located (immediately on the beach and only 15 mins walk to the town), spotlessly clean, and lovely owners.
    Victoria
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $121.82
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,120 reviews
    What a lovely motel at the edge of Kaikoura. The views are amazing, back towards the mountains - and the motel is designed so every room gets the benefit. Comfortable beds, everything you need in the room for a night away. Loved that we could have our Labrador with us.
    kathryn
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $79.58
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,038 reviews
    It is a great motel, very clean and lovely staff.
    Ashleigh
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $111.04
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 791 reviews
    Kaikoura Peaks eMotel is a clean spacious apartment with big windows which let in a good amount of light. A good TV was provided and the bed was comfortable.
    Stephen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $73.46
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,145 reviews
    The location was awesome and we were greeted with a smile and the staff were awesome and happy to help the best part was the accommodated my disabled needs with parking and the accommodation meet my disabled needs I'm happy to deal with Sierra Beachfront motel I highly recommend
    dunn
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $93.05
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,264 reviews
    Was all we needed toaster and jug. The microwave was at a good height we had breakfast in unit most morning Love the view off the terrace, even though it was on the road it was quiet. Lots of parking. Under floor heating and water pressure were amazing. Being able to play snooker free.
    Irene
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $97.33
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,229 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