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Donegal House

Property class: 3

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Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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258 Schoolhouse Road, Kaikoura, 7371
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaikoura Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaikoura District Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | WiFi (free)

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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WiFi (free)

Standard Room

  • Garden view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room | Terrace/patio

Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Studio | Restaurant

Studio

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Kaikōura

Located in Kaikoura Flat, Donegal House is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Kaikoura Beach and within a 5-minute drive of Kaikoura District Museum. This 3-star motel has 30 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 2 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Kaikoura Museum - 6 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 6 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Kaikoura Golf Club - 10 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Fyffe House - 18 min drive - 6.7 miles

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 106 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Whaler - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Groper Garage - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Zephyr - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Donegal House

Donegal House features free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets. Additional amenities include a picnic area, a garden, and barbecue grills.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, coffee makers, and wardrobes or closets.
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
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time 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

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 40.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 40.0 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 10:00 AM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Donegal House Hotel Kaikoura
Donegal House Hotel
Donegal House Kaikoura
Donegal House Motel Kaikoura
Donegal House Motel
Donegal House Motel
Donegal House Kaikoura
Donegal House Motel Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Donegal House?

Donegal House provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of Donegal House?

This motel is situated in Kaikoura Flat, close to Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Museum, and Mount Fyffe. Kaikoura District Museum is also within a driving distance of 3 mi.

Is parking available on site at Donegal House?

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

Does Donegal House include a casino?

No, Donegal House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Donegal House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Donegal House a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a garden at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Donegal House?

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

Does Donegal House feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Donegal House doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Donegal House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Donegal House though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Donegal House?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Donegal House?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Donegal House that offer a balcony.

Donegal House Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 116 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Richard

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The views from the property are stunning, it’s very convenient having a bar on site.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good Fun place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was convenient , mine host was friendly, room was clean & well appointed, breakfast included in price was adequate.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sara

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous location, food was delicious, really friendly staff. Could do with a good spruce up and some thorough cleaning in rooms.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Warrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Vast grounds and views fabulous restaurant and the best staff. Authentic Irish pub and displayed history and photos attached to modern motels. Previous owner had let a few minor things slip but new owners are right onto it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Kris

Disliked: Staff & service
This property is old -run down - grounds left unkept -carpets are rotten around the wall edges - no bar or restaurant open has been shut down due to renewing liquor licence which is under review - big write up in local paper - would’ve been a great pub in its time
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Lesley

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived to a confirmed and paid booking only to find that there were no rooms available the manager had been drinking and he touched me inappropriately several times the whole place was filthy and to cap it all he asked me to lie about the reasons we couldn’t stay absolutely disgusted and disappointed in Expedia
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Terrified le

Stayed at this place for two nights and had booked it because it had a restaurant and bar on site. On arrival we discovered that both were closed. There was only one member of staff who was busy drinking wine and couldn’t find our booking which he eventually sorted. He told our friends the bar and restaurant were closed due to covid and we were told it was due to a paperwork issue. My wife went down later and the male staff member asked my wife to join him for a drink ! In the morning breakfast consisted of cereal and coffee with sour milk and frozen bread. The same staff member was also drinking wine in the morning. AVOID !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Had been there before but the property was not as well looked after now
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

John

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst place in 10 years
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Weekend escape

Delightful setting, very pleasant staff, excellent continental breakfast, good restaurant, quiet and restful. The only negative was the mattress quality (tired)and the trip hazard deck. Too expensive to be best value.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a family friendly, animal friendly place which positively encourages guests to meet and get to know one another. It has a very relaxed stress free atmosphere, very laid-back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

HELEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Disappointing

The property is a little run down and breakfast not up to scratch so not worth the price Will not recommend to friends which is unfortunate as we have enjoyed our stay in the past
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Picturesque setting - snowy mountains were gorgeous so was the gardens but in need of tending to. Location was good - close to town. Musty smell was noticeable throughout the place. Room was outdated. Toilet had a leak! Hair in the shower and on towel. Service to the room was unsatisfactory - milk was not replaced, there were spiders in the room. Broken rubbish bin. Booked for 2 queen beds - got 1 queen and 1 one single with trundler which we never used as it would have taken up the space in the room. Not enough cups and spoons for making drinks. Kitchen has a hole in the floor that is covered with a black mat. On our last day, a rank-smell was noticeable in the kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disappointed. The rooms were clean but tired looking. They smelt strange as well. The bar was the same, smelt strange and was tired looking. The check-in was informal to say the least. The meal was ok. Very expensive steak on top of soggy chips. No mushrooms for sauce and I heard the bar person telling other customers they had run out of other ingredients so the menu choice was limited. Breakfast was very average - continental - something you could put together at home. Very expensive stay at a place that now looks quite rundown. It used to be such a lovely place to drink & dine at.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Murray the owner is a top bloke , staff were friendly Food excellent and beer even better
Stayed 1 night in May 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grounds and garden were lovely. People very friendly and helpful. Nice and quiet. Yummy food. Rooms comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Amenities
Internet hat nicht funktioniert. In der Dusche kein warmes Wasser. Zu teuer für diese Unterkunft im Vergleich zu anderen in der Umgebung.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ulf

Close to Kaikoura, but still in the country

Donegal house was not bad, but slightly run down. Ok for a nights sleep. Did not attend the restaurant, but it appeared to be more like an Irish pub, than a hotel restaurant. The outdoor furniture was full of cobweb, hence the ok rating on the cleanliness.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jonathon

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

Poor Experience

Poor service, unclean, dry gardens, poor service, outdated, poor service....
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chambre correcte mais un peu fatiguée Restaurant bar bruyant style Pub Irlandais Jardin plus déceavnt que la publicité. Petit déjeuner inclus mais peu élaboré
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The photos/history around the place were interesting.The rooms all need a revamp and place looks tired.Abit of a rip off for $180 expected more.Only disappointment of our trip after 1,500 ks travelling the Sth Island
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Needs a clean up on outside covered walkways. Section of ceiling hanging down slightly in main bar area. Food good rooms clean with very clean sheets.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Widgey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location. Expensive for what was in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing to complain about .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019