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Willowbank Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Kaikōura with free parking

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker
Studio (Double) - Prepaid | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Deluxe Apartment | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Family Apartment | Living area | TV
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | TV

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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183 Beach Road, Kaikoura, 7300
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura District Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Peninsula Walkway
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio (Double) - Prepaid | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio (Double) - Prepaid

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 290 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View - Prepaid | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View - Prepaid

  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 484 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Studio (Twin) - Prepaid | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio (Twin) - Prepaid

  • 290 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 549 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Family Room - Prepaid

  • 484 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 2 Queen Beds, 3 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Family Apartment | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Apartment | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Kaikōura

Willowbank Motel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Kaikoura Beach and Kaikoura Museum. Each of the 12 rooms at this motel includes a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a TV.
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What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Kaikoura Museum - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Peninsula Walkway - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 10 min drive - 4.5 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 138 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whaler - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cods n Cray - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Encounter - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Willowbank Motel

Motel in Kaikōura with free parking
Guests staying at Willowbank Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills. Free parking is included with your stay. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, and answer any questions about the accommodations.
Guests can expect to find TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and hair dryers are also standard. Housekeeping is not available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi; wired internet (NZD 5 for 1 hours)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive smart lock details

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

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.

  • Fee for wired internet in public areas: NZD 5 (for 1 hours, rates may vary)

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 major credit cards and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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 major credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Willowbank Kaikoura
Willowbank Motel
Willowbank Motel Kaikoura
Willowbank Hotel Kaikoura
Willowbank Motel Motel
Willowbank Motel Kaikoura
Willowbank Motel Motel Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Willowbank Motel?

Willowbank Motel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Willowbank Motel?

As of Nov 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Willowbank Motel on Nov 17, 2025 start from $107.49, 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 is there to do close to Willowbank Motel?

This motel is located in Kaikōura, close to Kaikoura Beach, Peninsula Walkway, and Point Kean Seal Colony. You'll also find Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Willowbank Motel?

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

Does Willowbank Motel have a casino?

No, Willowbank Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Willowbank Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does Willowbank Motel have a hot tub?

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

Does Willowbank Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

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

Will Willowbank Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Willowbank Motel.

Are there connecting rooms at Willowbank Motel?

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

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

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Willowbank Motel.

Willowbank Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 137 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was excellent value for the price. It was actually a holiday home. We booked for 3 people however the place slept 12. The manager opened a second room for us to accommodate our daughter even though not required to. Friendly and very clean.

10/10 Excellent

chao

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

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
inside the unit looks like just refurbished ,free netflix. host was vey helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tushar, Costa Mesa

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was welcoming and clean, plenty of room and lovely staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

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

10/10 Excellent

kyle

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tidy & clean, just a bit small but adequate
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Davina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this property, we had enough room for everybody, each room had its own aircon and tv and we could also watch Netflix on their accounts, each room had their own account which was awesome if you didnt want to watch the same thing, the only thing they need is a clothes horse or clothes line to hang clothes after using their washing machine.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Donald

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

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean and had good space for relaxing. The bed was comfortable and the kitchen well appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place and would have loved to have stayed longer than 1 night!

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Andreas

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

Just what I needed

Great stay great service
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on main road heading into town. Lovely service, very friendly and helpful. Big room and living areas and nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Peter, Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good value for money. Friendly and welcoming manager. Clean room. Oven top a bit slow to heat the pan
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Joanne

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

5 minute walk to beach

Friendly service, high levels of cleanliness and great little kitchenette. 5 minute walk to beach and around 20-30 minute walk into town centre. If you're a light sleeper, would recommend ear plugs as walls between units thin/not sound-proof. Not a fancy motel but had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amber

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

Very happy

Great place. Highly recommend. Tidy easy to access. Will stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
The room was tidy enough, but the wall heater broke and the replacement was extremely average. As noted by another reviewer, the room had a notice that all dishes must be washed or face a $50 penalty - not ideal in the time of Covid.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service

Expectation to wash your own dishes

The motel until was OK, nothing wrong, but was quite old. Check-in staff was very friendly and helpful. We were surprised at the sign in the kitchen saying if you don't wash your own dishes you will be charged $50. I have stayed at many motels all around NZ and have never seen such a sign. I have even been told by cleaning staff at other motels not to bother washing my dishes as for hygiene reasons they have to clean everything again anyway. We decided to rewash everything before eating on plates as we couldn't be sure the previous guests will have washed the plates well, especially in the current COVID climate. The price was quite high for the quality in my opinion - we stayed in another motel in Picton the next night, the room was bigger, much more modern and very clean for $10 cheaper.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Fred, Waikato

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly operator. Clean and tidy. Excellent shower.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Sharon

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent location, and price was very reasonable. Staff were helpful and friendly. The motel was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Erick, Temuka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed and a great shower. Room was clean and staff very helpful. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019