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Situated in Kaikoura, a few steps from Kaikoura Beach, Futuna Rocks Motel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and barbecue facilities. Free WiFi is at guests' disposal throughout the property.

The room was very clean and comfortable, and was as advertised - had everything I needed. The host was very pleasant and helpful. I thought it was a lovely place to stay!

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9.1
Superb
464 reviews
Price from
£81
per night

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.

This motel’s facilities include a children's playground, barbecue facilities and shared laundry. Free off-street car parking is provided. Broadband internet access is available in the reception area.

It was very clean and comfortable. The staff was very friendly

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9.1
Superb
489 reviews
Price from
£67
per night

Wake up to stunning views of the Kaikoura Mountains and the sea at Panorama Motel. Our units are all ensuite and smoke-free. Every unit opens out onto either a patio area with outdoor seating or onto its own private balcony, to allow our guests to enjoy the panoramic views.

Just good old down to earth folk

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8.9
Fabulous
1,087 reviews
Price from
£95
per night

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. Guests enjoy 50 MB of free WiFi per stay.

Absolutely fantastic terrific value for money

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8.3
Very good
1,136 reviews
Price from
£57
per night

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

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge is conveniently situated 830 metres from Kaikoura Station and 1.5 km from Kaikoura Airport. It offers free parking.

This place is a gem! Owners are super friendly. They took care of my luggage prior to check in and after check out. The room was super spacious and clean. The kitchen was well equipped. The bed was super comfy. Wi-fi speed was great: I could work from there easily, including video calls. Bathroom was super huge. Shower had great water pressure and hot water. The heater in the bathroom was a bless. Towels were great quality. A small towel for make up remover was provided, which I really appreciated. A fair amount of TV channels was available. Probably the best stay I had in NZ so far. I recommend this place over any backpackers or hostels. It is a short walk from town centre main street, about 5 min, and it's totally worth it. The amount comfort and the kindness you get from the owners and staff combined with the high quality service is beyond the price payed.

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8.4
Very good
1,235 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

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 shops.

Super fast and easy check-in. Plenty of carparking. We only stayed for one night and it was perfect for us. I liked the little kitchenette station (I always appreciate coffee and milk, which they had!).

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8.3
Very good
1,208 reviews
Price from
£79
per night

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.

Kaikoura Railway Station is only 2 km from Kaikoura Quality Suites. Guests can find a supermarket, bar/restaurant, fitness centre, garden centre and café within 200 metres of the motel.

Clean and cozy room with beautiful mountain view. Smell of soap also good~ Very clean bath room. Staff was so kind!

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8.9
Fabulous
2,207 reviews
Price from
£81
per night

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.

At the motel each room comes with air conditioning, a wardrobe, a patio with a mountain view, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, bed linen and towels. All rooms come with a kettle, while selected rooms are equipped with a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge.

absolutely beautiful, new and clean. wished we had stayed on longer

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8.7
Fabulous
824 reviews
Price from
£93
per night

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. At the motel rooms include a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, and a patio with a garden view.

Set back from the main road but still close enough to hear the sea, the rooms are in a small oasis of plants and neatly set out on the plot. Each unit has a generous parking space and a veranda with table and chairs. We were pleasantly surprised by the location and accommodation. It was close to the centre and far enough out to be able to enjoy walking round the head and having an excellent street food lunch of local brew beer, crayfish and ice cream! The check in was seamless and overall we were very pleased with this booking.

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8.5
Very good
569 reviews
Price from
£78
per night

Situated on the beachfront in Kaikoura, The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel has free WiFi. Also boasts a family room. Free private parking is available and the motel also features car hire for guests who want to explore the surrounding area.

Our room was extremely clean, and comfortable and was outfitted with everything we needed during our stay. The kitchen was very well stocked. The staff was very helpful and friendly. We would definitely recommend this motel.

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8.9
Fabulous
215 reviews
Price from
£121
per night

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  • Willowbank Motel
    Budget options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 488 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.

    Sean was an excellent host and the motel was spotless

  • Sierra Beachfront Motel
    Budget options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,136 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.

  • Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
    Budget options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,235 reviews

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

    Very clean. Good facilities. Spacious. Well equipped

  • Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
    Budget options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,208 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...

    Excellent facilities. Courteous and friendly staff.

  • Kaikoura Quality Suites
    Budget options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,207 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.

    Very clean, good location, lady at reception was lovely

  • Kaikōura Peaks eMotel
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 824 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.

    Very clean and comfortable with the mountain views

  • Sails Motel
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 569 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.

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

  • Admiral Court Motel Kaikoura
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 323 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.

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  • Futuna Rocks Motel
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 464 reviews

    Situated in Kaikoura, a few steps from Kaikoura Beach, Futuna Rocks Motel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and barbecue facilities.

    attention to detail, clean, close to beach and restaurants

  • The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 215 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
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,087 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
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 431 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

  • Alpine View Motel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 931 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.

    The staff is amazing and gave us super good local tips

  • Blue Seas Motel
    Central location
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 923 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.

    Great location, bathroom, parking in front of unit.

  • Lobster Inn Motor Lodge
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 512 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.

  • Kaikoura Motor Inn
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 216 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

  • Kaikoura Beach Motel
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 928 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.

    Clean. Amazing views and location...free parking. Warm .

  • Mediterranean Motel Kaikoura
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 681 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
     · 559 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

  • Austin Heights
    Central location

    Set in Kaikoura, 1.3 km from Kaikoura Beach, Austin Heights offers accommodation with a garden and free private parking. Guests can enjoy mountain views.

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Motels that guests love in Kaikoura

  • Avg. price/night: £71.48
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 681 reviews
    Every thing excellent, enjoyed our stay, I had booked the motel a week or so ago but my partner had to go to hospital and we had to cancel, I’m pleased we rebooked and I thanked Bazza for refunding our money when that happened.
    Lawrence
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £64.33
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 559 reviews
    I was upgraded to a bigger unit on arrival. Had access to Netflix. Clean and comfortable, nice manager. I left something behind and the motel couriered it to me. Close to beach and shops. Great value for money, nice outside area at the back with view of mountains.
    Sandy
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £73.86
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 931 reviews
    Toilet was surprisingly in pristine condition, considering that a lot of these motels or similar can be quite old. Ceiling heater in toilet was so warm and nice because it was the first we saw on the trip, but subsequently realised that was quite a common heater. Stayed in cosy 1 bedroom apartment, with a small kitchen for me to prep breakfast for next day when we head off! A pity it was just for a 1night stay, since it was a stopover betweenPicton ferry terminal and Lake tekapo. but was definitely a good 1 night short stay!
    Bernljz
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £73.86
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,136 reviews
    Nice motel, convenient, would stay again.better than photos.
    Denise
    Young couple
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 464 reviews
    lovely host, small Motel. Nice Garden area. Clean, comfortable
    John
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £94.83
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,087 reviews
    This was a one night stopover, and the motel was chosen for its wonderful location on the waterfront. It did not disappoint, and we loved sitting out in the late afternoon, and for breakfast, enjoying Autumn sunshine. Friendly owners, a very clean unit and well equipped, everything that we could have wanted. A very comfy bed, with lovely linens and towels too. Strong WiFi.
    NZ13
    Young couple
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 464 reviews
    Room standard excellent. Had not stayed in a motel before. Livy area and nice walk into town. Facilities very good and spotless.
    Elenor
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £77.74
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 569 reviews
    The location of Sails Motel is excellent - right on the foreshore and an easy walk to restaurants. A quiet and comfortable Motel to relax and enjoy what Kaikoura has to offer.
    Sharon
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £94.83
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,087 reviews
    Cozy little motel right on the water. Views were great.
    Natascha
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £79.58
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,235 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