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Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

4.5 star property

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Interior entrance
Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Seasonal outdoor pool

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

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18 Churchill Street, Kaikoura, 7300
  • Kaikoura Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Peninsula Walkway
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Point Kean Seal Colony
    ‪8 min drive‬

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Triple or Twin Room, Spa Bath | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Triple or Twin Room, Spa Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, Spa Bath

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Superior Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Kaikoura Beach
A seasonal outdoor pool, laundry facilities and tour/ticket assistance are available at this motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, barbecues and camper van/bus/lorry parking are on-site.
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge offers 20 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodation at this 4.5-star motel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

This Kaikōura motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Kaikoura Museum. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and laundry facilities are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, laundry facilities and a terrace
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura Beach
As a guest of Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Kaikōura motel.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 16.5 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 16.5 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
No visitors or unregistered guests are allowed in guestrooms.
Property Registration Number 3864233

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in November and close in March.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Gateway Kaikoura
Gateway Motor Lodge Kaikoura
Kaikoura Gateway
Kaikoura Gateway Motor
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Kaikoura Motor Lodge
Kaikoura Gateway Hotel
Kaikoura Gateway Hotel
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge Motel
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge Kaikoura
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge Motel Kaikoura

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 312 out of 550 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 550 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 550 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 550 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 550 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Like that our unit was ground floor ...didn't like that wifi wouldn't connect , the tap water was disgusting and the spa was disconnected from bath after being advertised as "spabath"
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim, Kirtland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The second floor room with a partial ocean view was excellent although accessed by stairs. Our stay was short but someone staying longer could benefit from the full kitchen setup for some meals. Pool was closed for the day after our activities so not sure if heated. Bed was comfortable and bathroom was modern with nice features.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jean

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

Basic good motel

Good Motel. Position not too far from Main Street.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice quiet motel. Motel has a nice appearance & was close to the centre of town.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Marcel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Nailsea

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Daena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean but dated, neighbours were loud, lovely couple/owners
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Clive

Owners could have been a bit more friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Marg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Erica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Internet variable Windows need cleaning
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Road noise is outrageous for rooms right next to the main roadway, next to the property! I'm confident that the other rooms are far more quite and acceptable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay! Warm greeting from Kathy upon arrival. Answered questions about the area. Room was roomy, clean, modern, quiet and comfortable. Location is very walkable to town. I'd stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

LEI

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

ROSLYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

sharyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only spent one night. All was good and happy with the accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

O

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

martha, Takoma Park

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely large room with kitchen - great to spread out in and take an afternoon nap due to the rain (and head cold).
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

jan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very roomy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel that is within walking distance to the main street
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James, Minneapolis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay for one night on our drive up to Nelson. The only thing that let it down for us is that the unit we had was an upstairs one fronting the road and was very noisy - especially with trucks traveling up and down the road all through the night (and some inconsiderate drivers using their engine brakes).
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Joelene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bit noisy and bbq area not inviting
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024