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Seaview Motel

3.0 star property
3-star beach motel with free WiFi

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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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164 Esplanade, Kaikoura
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Peninsula Walkway
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Point Kean Seal Colony
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kaikōura

Close to the beach.Stay at this Kaikōura motel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Kaikoura Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Fyffe House. Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Fyffe House - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Peninsula Walkway - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 7 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 137 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whaler - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cods n Cray - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Seaview Motel

3-star beach motel with free WiFi
Seaview Motel offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Kaikōura motel is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Seaview Motel offers 9 accommodations with hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers. This Kaikōura motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7 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 at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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.

  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM

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 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 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

Seaview Motel Kaikoura
Seaview Kaikoura
Seaview Motel Motel
Seaview Motel Kaikoura
Seaview Motel Motel Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

How close is Seaview Motel to the airport?

Seaview Motel is 111.9 mi (137-min drive) away from the Christchurch International Airport (CHC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Seaview Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Seaview Motel.

How close is Seaview Motel to the beach?

This motel is a short 1-minute walk from Kaikoura Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Seaview Motel offer free breakfast?

Seaview Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Seaview Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Seaview Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Seaview Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Seaview Motel have a pool?

Seaview Motel does not have a pool.

Does Seaview Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Seaview Motel to downtown Kaikōura?

Seaview Motel is 0.9 mi away from Kaikōura.

Seaview Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 183 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

John

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

great view

Just for one night, lovely view, very quite, very clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Althou wotif confirmed our reservation Seaview advised no room available
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Old and tired. Bathroom shower very weak. Toilet was a dirty colour.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a lovely quiet unit, still some repairs being done in the unit, but didn't bother us :) Still slept well :)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unit was clean and dry and beds ok But property was almost derelict and should be given to the SAS for urban guerrilla warfare training I am surprised that Expedia even lists it to its clients and thus be represented by such a place Maybe Expedia needs to inspect the property.?
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Convenient location but very old property and fit outs. No a/c or fan for the summer months. Very old bathroom and kitchen and look very tired
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Amy

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, so we stayed twice. Not a bad choice in Kaikoura. But frankly, the facilities are only about average among motels in NZ (similar price)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the ocean, friendly staff and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and tidy - great location right across the road from ocean. Walking distance to town
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kaitlin

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

Great staff, great room, great location

The couple who runs the place were so sweet. I told them that I would be late and they said it wasn't a problem and left the room open for me so that I could come in and crash straight away. Turns out it wasn't necessary as they stayed up waiting for me to arrive. They were really friendly and recommended a great cafe in town for a quick breakfast (the Why Not Cafe). The room itself was spacious and contained everything one would need in a self contained unit. It's really well located, right on the water front and a lovely walk into town. I'd recommend the Seaview Motel for anyone looking to stay in Kaikoura.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly hosts, longish walk from town and railway station, no evening cafe or dairy nearby, comfortable bed, TV remote missing, shower control tap hard to manage.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

4/10 Poor

anthony

Disliked: Staff & service
only 1 of the units had a seaview it was old with cracks outside poor parking
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were lovely. I felt the room, although clean needed an update and therefore expensive for what you got.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, simple, clean, warm, good beds, hot shower, close to beach.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tony was brilliant, didn’t get the lady’s name but she was brilliant too. Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This accomodation is right across the road from the sea. Unfortunately the Seaview motel barely lives up to its name. The only windows in the unit looked out to the boundary fence . Beyond this looking down the neighbours driveway gave us our sea view and a beautiful sunrise. Yes, this motel is on the budget end, but we didn't expect to enter the unit through the bathroom. Immediately inside the front (only) door we were confronted with a vintage wash hand basin and shower cabinet. Fortunately the toilet at the entry is separate. The entry opened into a generous open plan studio. The ceiling height felt low, but the size of the room was welcome One thing not seen since dorm. days: a list of do's and don'ts. DO all your dishes before vacating. Don't leave the heater on if not in the room. Do not cook strong flavoured meals: eg curry. This motel is not within walking distance from the township. Quiet if that is what you are looking for. The host was amiable and knowledgeable regarding the town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice being by the sea. Nice hosts and very spacious rooms. Bathroom could do with a little tlc.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view,. For winter time the room was inadequately heated and the bedding wasn't warm enough. I asked for extra blankets. There was no vent for the bathroom and the room remained damp. Nowhere to hang clothes or towels. There was heavy rain and the roof leaked over one of the beds. We used pots to collect water. When I informed the manager he shrugged his shoulders and said he knew about it. He said he'd told the owner and nothing was done. There is a stairwell to get up to the room, it is usable but is buckled from the earthquake. The manager pointed it out, said it was still safe to use. It is up to a point, but it is slippery in the rain.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Room is quite small. Facilities cramped in a small area. Shower had water not going through the drain quick enough that it builds up. Positive thing is that all you need is the area but just a bit cramped
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Cold with. inadequate heating😚 Uncomfortable couch
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was old and tired for the price. Entry to the unit was via the bathroom. The tv was positioned very high up the wall which made it uncomfortable to view. Also we had to drive a couple of kms away to use a laundromat as there weren't any facilities on the premises.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was great. The entrance was bizarre; never before have we opened the door to a motel and found ourselves in the bathroom! The parking was not convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019