Escape to Kaikoura Motor Inn, a tranquil retreat where you can unwind in the garden or let kids loose on the playground. Connect with in-room WiFi and enjoy helpful multilingual staff, concierge services, tour assistance, area shuttle service and barbecue grills.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Non-smoking
Laundry facilities
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Breakfast available
Area shuttle
Garden
Front desk safe
Self-serve laundry
Multilingual staff
Concierge services
Picnic area
Barbecue grills
Luggage storage
Feel at home (6)
Playground on-site
Cookware, dishware and utensils
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Room options
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Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
48 sq m
Sleeps 5
1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds
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Studio, Non Smoking
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Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
22 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed
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2 bedroom apartment with twin beds
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Heating
Fridge
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
48 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed
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Studio, Non Smoking, Mountain View
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Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
Mountain view
22 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
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Family 2 Bedrooms for 3 people
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Heating
Fridge
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
48 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
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Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 140 min drive
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Coopers Catch Kaikoura - 3 min drive
Strawberry Tree - 3 min drive
Why Not Cafe - 4 min drive
Kaikoura Seafood Bbq - 9 min drive
Slam Club - 3 min drive
About this property
Kaikoura Motor Inn
Kaikoura Motor Inn is a great choice for a stay in Kaikōura. Guests will have free perks such as WiFi and self-parking. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, Malay
At a glance
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Hotel size
9 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
Free off-site parking nearby
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Off-site
Area shuttle*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–9 AM
Barbecue grills
Travelling with children
Playground
What to do
Beach nearby
Horse riding nearby
Whale watching nearby
Fishing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Accessibility
No lift (single-level property)
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LED TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware, dishes and utensils
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 10 to 20 per person
Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for NZD 10.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for NZD 20.0 per day
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
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
Does Kaikoura Motor Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Kaikoura Motor Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Kaikoura Motor Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Kaikoura Motor Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kaikoura Motor Inn?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Kaikoura Motor Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as fishing and horse riding. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.
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Kaikoura Motor Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The property offers ample and easy parking. (5 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10
We loved the friendly service and the room was great!
Jennifer
2-night trip
10/10
Very good stay.
On main road, so road noise noticed.
S
1-night trip
10/10
Lovely stay. Place is a bit dated but beautifully clean and wonderful friendly service.
Tania
1-night trip
8/10
Would stay here again
Ross
1-night trip
8/10
Staff were friendly, bed a little firm but otherwise an enjoyable stay.
Jack
2-night trip
10/10
The owners were wonderful and helpful.
Cynthia
1-night trip
10/10
The staff was helpful and full of smiles!
Steven D
1-night trip
8/10
Enjoyable stay, everything you needed was there
Sue
1-night trip
10/10
ideal spot for our family
David
1-night trip
10/10
Great place! Helpful kind hosts!
Lori
1-night trip
10/10
Great location. Very friendly staff. Easy access
Comfortable bed.
Jacquelyn
2-night trip
8/10
I spent 4 nights here. The room was comfortable although a little dated. It has everything you need. There is also a guest laundry and a BBQ to use. Lovely view to the mountains.
The town centre is only a short drive away. There is a supermarket and petrol station nearby.
Elizabeth
4-night trip
10/10
The motel is easily located about 5 min from the town centre, it's as nice as most motel we've been on, we've been happy with it.
Frantz
1-night trip
10/10
was all satisfactory
Barry
1-night trip
10/10
Great place to stay very happy and helpful staff
Alan
1-night trip
8/10
Comfortable and quiet
Jan
1-night trip
10/10
Only stayed one night but met our needs
Raymond
1-night trip
8/10
Good and fair value for money
Ross
1-night trip
10/10
Room was spacious and clean. Owner was super friendly and helpful. Walked to kaikoura takeaways located right up the road and it was a great spot for dinner.
Lindsay
1-night trip
10/10
great stay
Mitchell
1-night trip
8/10
Nice and tidy, great view of the mountains
Kathleen
1-night trip
6/10
Great location. Very dated motel.
Andre
2-night trip
10/10
Was awesome
Shannon
1-night trip
10/10
It was a spacious room with good amenities. Clean and with good parking. I would stay there again. It was close to town and provided everything that we needed. Comfy beds allowed a goid night sleep. There is teaffic noise but ygsf disnt annoy or keep us awake.
Janene
1-night trip
10/10
Nice clean accommodation. Very friendly staff.
Thank you