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The Peninsula Kaikoura

3.5 star property
Motel with free parking, 7-minute walk to Kaikoura Beach

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Breakfast area
Studio Unit with Kitchenette | Living room | TV
Two Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchenette | Private kitchenette | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Exterior
Studio Unit with Kitchenette | Private kitchenette | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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16 Avoca St, Kaikoura, 7300
  • Place, Fyffe House
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Peninsula Walkway
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

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Queen Studio Unit | Soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Studio Unit

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Unit with Kitchenette | Soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Unit with Kitchenette

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Two Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchenette | Soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two Bedroom Family Unit with Kitchenette

  • 731 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Small Studio without Kitchenette | Soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Small Studio without Kitchenette

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Kaikōura

The Peninsula Kaikoura places you within a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions such as Fyffe House and Kaikoura Beach. Each of the 9 rooms at this 3.5-star motel includes a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a TV.
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What's nearby

  • Fyffe House - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kaikoura Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Peninsula Walkway - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 5 min drive - 1.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whaler - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cods n Cray - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Encounter - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Peninsula Kaikoura

Motel with free parking, 7-minute walk to Kaikoura Beach
Guests staying at The Peninsula Kaikoura enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a picnic area and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators and coffee makers are also standard.

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  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
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9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 362 reviews
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The price is $92
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1995
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25.0 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-10 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Admiral Court Motel Kaikoura
Admiral Court Motel
Admiral Court Kaikoura
Admiral Court Hotel
Admiral Court Motel
The Peninsula Kaikoura Motel
The Peninsula Kaikoura Kaikoura
The Peninsula Kaikoura Motel Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Peninsula Kaikoura?

The Peninsula Kaikoura provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Peninsula Kaikoura?

As of Nov 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Peninsula Kaikoura on Dec 7, 2025 start from $93.76, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do within easy reach of The Peninsula Kaikoura?

This motel in Kaikōura is within a 10-minute walk of Kaikoura Beach and Fyffe House. You'll also find Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Peninsula Kaikoura?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does The Peninsula Kaikoura feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Peninsula Kaikoura doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Peninsula Kaikoura?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does The Peninsula Kaikoura have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does The Peninsula Kaikoura have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Peninsula Kaikoura doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Peninsula Kaikoura allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Peninsula Kaikoura.

Does The Peninsula Kaikoura have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Peninsula Kaikoura?

No, at The Peninsula Kaikoura, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

The Peninsula Kaikoura Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 170 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 170 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 170 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 170 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 170 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Steve

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A recommended motel

Very happy with all aspects of our stay. Very friendly staff and easy to talk to. Good location for walks to town or the peninsula to see the seals. Thoroughly clean unit with a large bathroom including very useful mirrors.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and tidy. Staff were awesome, friendly and informative during check-in. One of the best priced motels we could find in Kaikoura. Will definitely book again if we’re down this way.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Durga

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Barbara, the owner of the property is the personification of hospitality. She was kind enough to allow us to drop off our bags earlier. She even gave us a lift to the supermarket! So kind! She even offered to drop us off at the bus stop but we wanted to walk. We can’t think of anything that the hotel didn’t have that was not provided to us. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Seaside comfort.

Excellent motel room that was a large room with good amenities. The room, however, did not have the view that was shown and has buildings opposite it blocking the view. Very handy to the seals and good pub.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and spacious.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

CINDY, BURNET

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful little place to stay with very friendly and helpful staff. Our room for 3 had the loveliest view from the patio and everything was sparkling clean. It was easy to park and just a bit down the road from town in the car. We definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very comfortable stay with the most fabulous view of the snowy alps above Kaikoura. Very handy to The Pier Hotel for dinner and close to the Penisula Seal Colony which was a lovely walk. Barbara was very helpful and we will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

TOBIANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big spacious room and very big spacious luxury bathroom, but with very. Skimpy on any extras: little extras like soap or shampoo or dishwasher liquid available. Hardly any drops available in the dispenser and toilet paper on last bits.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy, Burleigh Heads

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our third stay at this property and always enjoy it , staff were hospital and helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

ANNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing spot. Really spacious and lounge chairs super comfy! Loved the pillows too. Price perhaps a bit high for the location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
easy in and out great host
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant overnight stop
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were friendly and helpful. Gave me a lift to catch the bus back to ChCh.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Delwyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved property great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property. Spotless with everything you need. Friendly helpful owners. Recommend to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Toilet and bathroom rather small for elderly folk to move about and use facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

J L

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

road trip

Paid cash ,no receipt until we asked for one the next morning, He had forgotten about it so we were lucky not to get charged again on our credit card.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

VINCENT

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

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