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Kaikoura Beach Motel

2.5 star property

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Superior House | Beach/ocean view
Superior House | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Superior Room | Living room
Aerial view
Superior Room | Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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124 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury, 7300
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura District Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

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Economy Studio | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(61 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Living area

Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room | Living room

Superior Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior House | Living area

Superior House

  • Ocean view
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Kaikōura

Kaikoura Beach is a short stroll from Kaikoura Beach Motel, and other popular attractions like Peninsula Walkway are within a few miles (5 km). This 10-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kaikoura Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Fyffe House - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Peninsula Walkway - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaikoura Seafood BBQ - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Whaler - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Craypot - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Kaikoura Beach Motel

At Kaikoura Beach Motel, guests have access to features like laundry facilities. If you drive, put free parking to good use. This smoke-free motel also has a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include electric kettles, portable fans, and free tea bags/instant coffee.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Scooter/moped rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: NZD 40.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:30 AM - 10:30 AM) and Monday - Sunday (2:00 PM - 6:00 PM)

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 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

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out fee: NZD 40.00 (subject to availability)

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number No

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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Kaikoura Beach Motel Motel

Kaikoura Beach Motel Kaikoura

Kaikoura Beach Motel Motel Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Kaikoura Beach Motel?

Kaikoura Beach Motel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Kaikoura Beach Motel?

As of May 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kaikoura Beach Motel on May 27, 2026 start from $90, including 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 can I see around Kaikoura Beach Motel?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the motel's walkable location in Kaikōura, and it's within a short 8-minute walk of Kaikoura Beach. You'll also find Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Kaikoura Beach Motel?

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

Does Kaikoura Beach Motel feature a casino at the property?

No, Kaikoura Beach Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Kaikoura Beach Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Kaikoura Beach Motel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a garden plus some guestrooms include an ocean view and Netflix.

Are there hot tubs at Kaikoura Beach Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Kaikoura Beach Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Kaikoura Beach Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Kaikoura Beach Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Kaikoura Beach Motel.

Are there connecting rooms at Kaikoura Beach Motel?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Kaikoura Beach Motel?

Yes, some guestrooms at Kaikoura Beach Motel offer a deck/patio and may feature ocean views.

Kaikoura Beach Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 250 out of 439 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 133 out of 439 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 439 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 439 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 439 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gillian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious, tastefully decorated room very close to the beach. A bit of a walk to town which was fine for us. Definitely would stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean beach front motel, good size rooms. Very friendly staff, who complained to a coach company for parking right outside our apartment without us even asking. The coach company duly obliged and moved on.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wylie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean spacious room, right in front of the beach, easiest check in procedure, free laundry facilities, close to everywhere, very good value for money. We will definitely come here again!
View from our room- close to the water
Private balcony
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice update on an old fashioned motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gregory, Sequim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome! Thanks for everything! We had a great time! We can highly recommend the Kaikōura Beach Motel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff, great location, clean and spacious! Second time we have been here, love it
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good bed, quick check in, great shower. Old school design but comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice beach front room. Lovely modern interior. Great comfortable bed with nice linen. Walkable to main town with eating options along the way. Awesome views from the patio.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great spot, loved there was a chess set out front to play.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome property, don’t be fooled by the sign. Spacious, modern inside comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

John Graham

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tu

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy stay. Friendly staff. Room was very clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Brenda

Liked: Staff & service
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t see any staff so can’t comment , but great place to stay ..
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

korinna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly managers, clean and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, staff and spacious accommodation
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noelle

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the stay here. Pity our stay was unexpectedly cut short by one night due to our flight cancellation. Poppy was accessible throughout online to ensure our smooth check in and making our stay as comfortable as possible. Her warmth truly made a difference in settling us down from the very first night in NZ!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well located right across from the beach. Very spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were in Room 5 next to the kitchen but there was only one - so there were queues to use the equipment and sink. We had a lovely stay but a toaster / microwave in our room would have been lovely
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Siobhan

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great and clean, nice for our overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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