Esplanade Motels

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Brown Trout

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Children's activities
TV
Family Double Room | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Exterior
Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | In-room dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
35 Railway Esplanade, Gore, 9710
  • Brown Trout
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Eastern Southland Gallery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Hokonui Moonshine Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Upstairs)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Family Studio, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Double Room, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Gore

Located in East Gore, Esplanade Motels is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Brown Trout and Eastern Southland Gallery. The 13 rooms at this 3-star motel include kitchens, dining areas, and refrigerators.

What's nearby

  • Fly Fish Mataura - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Brown Trout - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Eastern Southland Gallery - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Hokonui Moonshine Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Gore Historical Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Invercargill (IVC) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gore Town & Country Clubs - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Capri Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Ambience - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Howl at the Moon - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Esplanade Motels

Motel with free parking, near Brown Trout
Esplanade Motels features free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and laundry facilities. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include a garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Kitchens, dining areas, and refrigerators are other standard amenities.

Languages

English

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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
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: NZD 15 per person

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • 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
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop

More

  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 15 per person

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Esplanade Motels?

Esplanade Motels provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do close to Esplanade Motels?

This motel is situated in East Gore within a short 15-minute walk of Fly Fish Mataura and also 15 minutes on foot from Brown Trout. You'll also find Hokonui Moonshine Museum and Gore Historical Museum less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Esplanade Motels?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Esplanade Motels feature a casino at the property?

No, Esplanade Motels doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Esplanade Motels?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What do couples enjoy most about Esplanade Motels?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and premium bedding as well as a garden.

Does Esplanade Motels have a hot tub?

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

Does Esplanade Motels feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Esplanade Motels offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Esplanade Motels allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, pets stay free at Esplanade Motels.

Are there connecting rooms at Esplanade Motels?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Esplanade Motels?

Yes, some guestrooms at Esplanade Motels offer a balcony and may feature garden views.

Esplanade Motels Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 206 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 206 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 206 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 206 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 206 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Proprietor at reception was very friendly woman. Helpful, gave us an upgrade, which we appreciated very much.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The 0wner had asked motel users before they built a new block , what sort of features were important. The unit was fantastic and even had a heated bathroom floor....and best of all 3 3pin plugs in every area!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gillian made it amazing! So very helpful and kind! The room was literally perfect,so well maintained and welcoming! Thank you Gillian!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

SANDRA MELANIE

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend, very clean, comfortable bed, lovely host, 🙂
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keryn

Traveled with group
Good hospitality at check in. Nice set up in room. Clean and modern.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was modern and very clean. All that we required. Loved being able to park outside our door great for unpacking and packing. The bed was comfortable and bedding good. We enjoyed our stay and will return in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well kept, a comfortable and relaxing few days staying here
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Talia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What we didnt like was the laundry facilities. Had 6 days of clothes and it didnt dry so had extra time to stay a bit longer in Gore. What we like was the space of the room, comfy chairs and bed, good shower pressure, had everything in the kitchen facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iskender

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

Great hotel

Great motel, clean rooms, late check in available with prior notice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

NILAY

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

10/10 Excellent

Tamahou

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to rest
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

sue

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

lovely place to stay

we had a wonderful stay the beds were lovely and soft and heaps of hot water in the shower even tho on the main road there was no traffic nose.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jatinder

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

A genuinely warm NZ welcome.

Sadly it was only an overnight stop but the welcome was warm and hosts very helpful. The unit was one the most spacious and best designed we have stayed in. We fully recommend the motel and the town of Gore - a really friendly place with some quirky shops and delicious food.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Warm hospitality! We appreciated their flexibility in supporting our late arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

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

Outstanding

Excellent service and very good rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mason

Everything
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marieah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay. Will return.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dviouschik

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay here the host was awesome really friendly and accomodating and knowledgeable of things to do for kids. The rooms were nice and clean and a really good size. Not to far from town but nice and close to some parks which is great for kids. I would be happy to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024