Willowbank Motel

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Kaikōura motel

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

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
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Studio (Double) - Prepaid

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

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View - Prepaid

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

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

Studio (Twin) - Prepaid

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

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

Family Apartment

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

Deluxe Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Kaikōura

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

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Fyffe House - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Peninsula Walkway - 9 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 11 min drive - 4.5 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 138 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whaler - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cods n Cray - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Willowbank Motel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Kaikōura motel
Willowbank Motel offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Kaikōura motel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Willowbank Motel offers 12 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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 major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, and cash.

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
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Willowbank Motel to the airport?

Willowbank Motel is 113 mi (138-min drive) away from the Christchurch International Airport (CHC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Willowbank Motel?

As of Oct 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Willowbank Motel on Oct 15, 2025 start from $91.49, 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.

Does Willowbank Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Willowbank Motel.

How close is Willowbank Motel to the beach?

This motel is 0.5 mi (1-min drive) from Kaikoura Beach.

Does Willowbank Motel offer free breakfast?

Willowbank Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Willowbank Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Willowbank Motel?

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

Is there free parking at Willowbank Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Willowbank Motel have a pool?

Willowbank Motel does not have a pool.

Does Willowbank Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Willowbank Motel to downtown Kaikōura?

Willowbank Motel is 1.2 mi away from Kaikōura.