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Kaikoura Motor Inn

2.0 star property
Travelers relax in a peaceful garden setting or gather around the barbecue for memorable evenings at this welcoming inn with attentive staff ready to assist.

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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

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is S$83
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

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 22 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kaikoura Motor Inn on 16 Jun, 2026 start from S$83, 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).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 224 out of 531 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 215 out of 531 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 531 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 531 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 531 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay with cosy tidy rooms. Very hospitable hosts who were very helpful and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we arrived we were welcomed and felt at home. We had comfortable accommodation with a wonderful view of the mountains. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely clean, very friendly and welcoming staff, easy check-in, well equipped room.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had all the amenities Owners very helpful & gave me a little oven to cook our lamb very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Meera

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were a bit different than the photos but were very clean and spacious
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel ( Kaikoura Motor Inn ) was a good mid range hotel. Rooms had all facilaties , were clean and good condition . Arrival staff were friendly and welcoming. There was park for each room and not being in the town center was quite . Visit again . YES
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay very happy and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and tidy unit. Excellent for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the friendly service and the room was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed a quiet and relaxed stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay. Place is a bit dated but beautifully clean and wonderful friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with clean tidy facilities. Even though a little traffic noise we had a great night's sleep. Supermarket and petrol stations near by. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Xernan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay for a night. Recommended if you need a place to sleep
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ideal spot for our family
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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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
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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
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8/10 Good

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and convenient. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room with lovely mountain views
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Christine

Ideal stopover for my family visiting from the UK. Good location for supermarket shop or takeaways.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was adequate for our one night stay but would have been better if there were two single beds in one of the bedrooms. Staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very friendly staff. Easy access Comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Frantz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Steven D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was helpful and full of smiles!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025