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Sierra Beachfront Motel

2.5 star property
Beach hotel in Kaikōura with free parking

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Front of property
Studio, 1 King Bed | Living area | LED TV
Reception
Front of property

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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160 Esplanade, Kaikoura, 7300
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fyffe House
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Peninsula Walkway
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Large Unit) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Large Unit)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Room (One Bedroom Unit) | Terrace/patio

Standard Room (One Bedroom Unit)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room (Twin Room) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room (Twin Room)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed | Living area | LED TV

Studio, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Kaikōura

Sierra Beachfront Motel places you next to Kaikoura Beach and within a mile (2 km) of Kaikoura Museum. This 13-room hotel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Kaikoura Museum - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Fyffe House - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Peninsula Walkway - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whaler - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Kaikoura Seafood BBQ - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Encounter - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Sierra Beachfront Motel

Beach hotel in Kaikōura with free parking
Guests staying at Sierra Beachfront Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills. There's free parking if you drive. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing. This beach hotel also has a picnic area.
LED TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also available. Housekeeping is not available.

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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 full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival 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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-8 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. Cash is not accepted. 

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Sierra Beachfront Motel?

Sierra Beachfront Motel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see within easy reach of Sierra Beachfront Motel?

This hotel is located in Kaikōura, just steps from Kaikoura Beach. You'll also find Peninsula Walkway and Fyffe House within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Sierra Beachfront Motel?

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

Does Sierra Beachfront Motel feature a casino at the property?

No, Sierra Beachfront Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Sierra Beachfront Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Sierra Beachfront Motel?

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

Does Sierra Beachfront Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Sierra Beachfront Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Sierra Beachfront Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Sierra Beachfront Motel though service animals are welcome.

Does Sierra Beachfront Motel have connecting rooms?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Sierra Beachfront Motel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Sierra Beachfront Motel.

Sierra Beachfront Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 265 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 265 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 265 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 265 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 265 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Warwick

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No one to check in. No milk in fridge and no hot water/ hot water cylinder was removed. Did not get to talk to staff until 7:30pm Then no answer to hot water problem
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We found it hard to keep warm, though admittedly it was an exceptionally cold night. Entry into the bathroom was very tight. On a previous visit we must have stayed in a bigger unit, as we would not have wanted to stay in this one again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Carol

Traveled with partner
Very basic, dated, unit was clean. The only place I was worried my laundry would come out dirtier than when it went in. 😳 only heating was bar heater.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay just what we needed & staff very helpful. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find, helpful staff, accurate description of rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great location for doing the seal colony hike.

Friendly and helpful owners/managers. Lots of space and had everything we needed for our stay. Nice view and perfect location to start and end the seal colony hike.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Steve

Disliked: Cleanliness
Ageing facility that has been updated. Well equipped. Great location on the beach. Around 1.5km to main shopping restaurant area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Dirk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

A value for money Motel near the beach

A good location by the beach , quiet but a bit of a back to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

Bad smell in the room

The room smelled horrible, no windows to leave open at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Doreen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Keith

Traveled with partner
Good location,
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the property's proximity to the sea and town
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

kathy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very good value
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had family motel. Great for us as a family. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

julia

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

Our week in kaikoura

The motel was perfect for our stay in Kaikoura, we stayed for 6 nights and it was very comfortable and an excellent base to explore the town and surrounding areas
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mili

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot! Lovely room with a microwave, fridge, and parking. A step away from the beach front and beautiful views. We loved it there.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff amazing and being so close to the beach was a draw card. Nice quiet location away from the township business but close enough to walk or take a short drive to everything on Kaikoura
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Bonnie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
The location was perfect - especially if you're planning an Albatross or Dolphin Encounter. Nice to be right across from the beach too. Decently clean and comfortable, owners were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous- Jo & Brad were so welcoming and so kind and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner was friendly, bed was comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location, just a few steps from the beautiful Kaikoura beach walk
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024