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Kaikoura Motor Inn

Property class: 2
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Kaikōura motel

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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205 Beach Road, Kaikoura, 7300
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaikoura District Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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2 bedroom apartment with twin beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 517 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Patio, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Studio, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Family Apartment | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Family Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Kaikōura

Close to the beach.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Kaikōura motel, you'll find Kaikoura Beach and Kaikoura Museum. Also, Kaikoura District Museum is within 2 miles (3 km) and Fyffe House is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kaikoura Museum - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Peninsula Walkway - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 10 min drive - 4.7 miles

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kaikoura Seafood BBQ - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Whaler - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Craypot - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Kaikoura Motor Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Kaikōura motel
As a guest of Kaikoura Motor Inn, you'll find barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. Kaikoura Motor Inn also features a garden, a picnic area, and concierge services. Self parking is free.

This Kaikōura motel is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Kaikoura Motor Inn offers 9 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Kaikōura motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Things to do

  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8 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

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Colonial Court Kaikoura
Colonial Court Motel Kaikoura
Heritage Court Motor Lodge Kaikoura
Heritage Court Motor Lodge
Heritage Court Motor Kaikoura
Heritage Court Motor
Kaikoura Motor Inn Motel
Kaikoura Motor Inn Kaikoura
Kaikoura Motor Inn Motel Kaikoura
Heritage Court Motor Lodge Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

How close is Kaikoura Motor Inn to the airport?

Kaikoura Motor Inn is 83.5 mi (100-min drive) away from the Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kaikoura Motor Inn?

As of Apr 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kaikoura Motor Inn on May 2, 2026 start from $91, 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.

Does Kaikoura Motor Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Kaikoura Motor Inn.

How close is Kaikoura Motor Inn to the beach?

This motel is 0.3 mi (1-min drive) from Kaikoura Beach.

Does Kaikoura Motor Inn offer free breakfast?

Kaikoura Motor Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Kaikoura Motor Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Kaikoura Motor Inn?

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

Is there free parking at Kaikoura Motor Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Kaikoura Motor Inn have a pool?

Kaikoura Motor Inn does not have a pool.

Does Kaikoura Motor Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Kaikoura Motor Inn to downtown Kaikōura?

Kaikoura Motor Inn is 1.4 mi away from Kaikōura.

Kaikoura Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 223 out of 528 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 528 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 528 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 528 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 528 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely clean, very friendly and welcoming staff, easy check-in, well equipped room.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Brent

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel ( Kaikoura Motor Inn ) was a good mid range hotel. Rooms had all facilaties , were clean and good condition . Arrival staff were friendly and welcoming. There was park for each room and not being in the town center was quite . Visit again . YES
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Jo

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meera

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were a bit different than the photos but were very clean and spacious
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had all the amenities Owners very helpful & gave me a little oven to cook our lamb very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Karen M

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Unit was spacious, clean & quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

zhou

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
large clean room, wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness
The check in girl was our only contact with staff and she was very smiley, welcoming and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable, as was the bathroom. We have dropped a star as our booking, through Expedia, showed a stove top to be available, but unfortunately, only a microwave was in the studio! I had bought fresh produce, in order to cook a meal, and had to be very innovative to create our evening meal, in the microwave!! Not sure where the fault lies, Expedia, or the Motor Inn? As we only had one night, we did not take it up with the property. Good location, allocated parking space, and perfect for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Colorado Springs

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly. Very clean rooms, great part of town ,great price.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mischa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I had a cabin for ‘a family of five’ - two double rooms and a well-equipped lounge room and kitchenette with a small back deck looking onto the mountains - everything was absolutely spotless, the staff were so friendly, and the owner even dropped me and my luggage at the railway station upon my departure! The only minor issues were the lack of screen doors or windows (with a lot of blowflies around), and the beds are pretty soft. If you like that kind of thing. The cabins were like older but renovated rooms with new carpet, paint, shower and kitchenette; fully equipped kitchen, medium fridge, microwave, flatscreen TV; dining table with four chairs, three-seater sofa and a couple of lounge chairs. Both bedrooms have built-ins and bedside table, the smaller with Mountain views, the larger facing the front (parking area) with blackout curtains. I will definitely be staying here again next time I’m in Kaikoura!
Lounge and dining
Appliances
Beverages
Kitchenette
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jackie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
check in was ok, but when we got to our room we found there was no toilet paper no tea & coffee, our room was not serviced during our 3 night stay. our unit was very close to the main road which made it very noisy traffic wise. Carpets could do with a clean, we found rice crackers under our bed This is an older style motel which needs some TLC.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joss

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed one night, it had all we needed, easy walk to food outlets, longer walk to town centre. Staf were friendly on arrrival. Very clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

adel

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for one night, with my Mother and my two kids aged 2 and 5. The owners have acquired the business over the last month or so and are making genuine efforts to upgrade the facilities and do best by their customers. Super friendly staff. Spotlessly clean with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Fit out is basic but they are upgrading it currently and I imagine that the next time we stay, it will be even better. Thanks for an enjoyable little getaway. We will see you next time!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with clean tidy facilities. Even though a little traffic noise we had a great night's sleep. Supermarket and petrol stations near by. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and tidy unit. Excellent for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stop
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was adequate for our one night stay but would have been better if there were two single beds in one of the bedrooms. Staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room with lovely mountain views
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025