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
The current price is €86
€86
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
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Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
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
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
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
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Electric kettle
48 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed
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Studio, Non Smoking, Mountain View
Highlights
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Electric kettle
Stovetop
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
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Electric kettle
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
Hotel size
9 rooms
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
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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
Free off-site parking nearby
Off-site
Area shuttle*
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
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 is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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 during the warmer months with activities nearby such as 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
Reviews
8/10 Very good
26 Dec 2024
Would stay here again
Ross
Ross, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Dec 2024
ideal spot for our family
David
David, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
7 Nov 2024
Enjoyable stay, everything you needed was there
Sue
Sue, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 Mar 2025
Good value for money
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
Elizabeth, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jan 2025
Great location. Very friendly staff. Easy access
Comfortable bed.
Jacquelyn
Jacquelyn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Dec 2024
Great place
Great place! Helpful kind hosts!
Lori
Lori, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 Jan 2025
Comfortable and quiet
Jan
Jan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Dec 2024
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
Frantz, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jan 2025
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
Lindsay, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Oct 2024
Only stayed one night but met our needs
Raymond
Raymond, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
15 Dec 2024
Nice and tidy, great view of the mountains
Kathleen
Kathleen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Jun 2024
Great place to stay very happy and helpful staff
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Jan 2025
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
Janene, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
27 Oct 2024
Great location. Very dated motel.
Andre
Andre, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 Oct 2024
Was awesome
Shannon
Shannon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Nov 2024
Nice clean accommodation. Very friendly staff.
Thank you
Sharon
Sharon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Feb 2024
great stay
Mitchell
Mitchell, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Nov 2024
Overall, we had a lovely stay. The shower was not that powerful but it did the job.
Shona
Shona, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 Jan 2025
Convenient
Xinxin
Xinxin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Dec 2024
Say high to Don ! Nice person !
Roger
Roger, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
30 Dec 2024
Good
Wayne
Wayne, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 Nov 2024
Great customer service on check in. Servicing of unit during 3 night stay, bit hit and miss.
Honor
Honor, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Mar 2024
Clean facility, super friendly staff, great knowledge of local area. Enjoyed our stay!!
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Oct 2023
Enjoyed a quiet and relaxed stay.
Bruce
Bruce, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 Jan 2025
Good place to stay. Spacious. Shower door was too narrow.you need to squeeze through the doors to get I to the shower. The owner loves in am adjacent unit and they have 2 big dogs. All instructions are clerly printed and kept on file in the rooms.