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Kaikoura Motor Inn

3.0 star property
Motel in Kaikōura with free parking

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Kaikoura Motor Inn offers a quiet retreat with a garden, playground, in-room WiFi, multilingual staff, concierge services, tour assistance, and an area shuttle. Enjoy outdoor dining with barbecue facilities.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is S$134
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov

Room options

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

2 bedroom apartment with twin beds

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
  • 48 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

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Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Electric kettle
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Studio, 1 King Bed

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Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Electric kettle
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Patio, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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Heating
Fridge
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Comfort Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

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LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
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Stovetop
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Family Studio, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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

Family Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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

Family Suite

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
205 Beach Road, Kaikoura, 7300

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Kaikoura Museum - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Peninsula Walkway - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 12 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whaler - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cods n Cray - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Encounter - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Kaikoura Motor Inn

Property highlights
You can look forward to a garden, a playground and laundry facilities at Kaikoura Motor Inn. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A local area shuttle, barbecues and smoke-free property
  • A front desk safe, luggage storage and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Kaikoura Motor Inn include comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and stovetops

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

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

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

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 and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

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

Is Kaikoura Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 14 Nov, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kaikoura Motor Inn on 17 Nov, 2025 start from S$134.15, 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.

How much is parking at Kaikoura Motor Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Kaikoura Motor Inn?

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

What time is check-out at Kaikoura Motor Inn?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Kaikoura Motor Inn located?

Situated near the beach, this motel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum. Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Kaikoura Motor Inn Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 209 out of 502 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 203 out of 502 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 502 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 502 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 502 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly, bed a little firm but otherwise an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed a quiet and relaxed stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean facility, super friendly staff, great knowledge of local area. Enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very friendly staff. Easy access Comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good stay. On main road, so road noise noticed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel and owners were super friendly and I would stay there again

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Good value for a beach accommodation

Modest motel but thoughtfully appointed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, owners
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An older style unit that was adequate for our 1 night stay..On the main road in, away from the town centre. The bed was comfy, the unit was clean with cooking facilities. A large grass area saw children playing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very restful stay at this property. The staff was very friendly, check in easy, room was fabulous, comfortable beds, nice kitchen facility, washer & dryer in laundry facility was good. Would highly recommend this property to anyone traveling in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This stay was nice. Rooms were simple but clean. Lovely surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Keren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located on the main road, so easy to find. Had everything we needed.

6/10 Okay

Rajendran

The room was good However, the road noise was loud and disturbed our sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly service, easily accommodated my late check-in, lovely fresh room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable, clean and so so warm!! The bed was comfy and the shower was amazing!!! Was also nice and quiet. Will definitely choose again when back in kaikoura !!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Private and comfortable. Convenient location and close to the village and supermarket.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

garth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It suited my purposes nicely, friendly people
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Honor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service on check in. Servicing of unit during 3 night stay, bit hit and miss.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and clean, comfortable beds. Very accomdating with us arriving after check in time (our ferry arrived in picton at 7:30pm and we made the 2 hr drive from there) playground for the kids during the day was great. Easy to find on the main road.

8/10 Good

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The unit was clean & tidy, the bed was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice spot for the night. It is right next to the road so road noise is regular.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024