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Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

4.5 star property
Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Kaikoura Beach

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

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Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin 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

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Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 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

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Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Deluxe Room, Spa Bath

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Kitchen
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Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 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

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin 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

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
18 Churchill Street, Kaikoura, 7300

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kaikoura Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Fyffe House - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Peninsula Walkway - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 8 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coopers Catch Kaikoura - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kaikoura Seafood Bbq - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Slam Club - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Motel near Kaikoura Beach
Located close to Kaikoura Museum and Fyffe House, Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge provides a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, a front-desk safe, and a banquet hall
  • Tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge feature comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies or patios, kitchens, and refrigerators

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck 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 elevator
  • 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
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 16.5 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
No visitors or unregistered guests are allowed in guestrooms.
Property Registration Number 3864233

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from November to March
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge located?

Situated by the ocean, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura Beach. Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 311 out of 548 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 548 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 548 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 548 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 548 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

10/10

Great facilities, very clean and close to town. The owner was really helpful and friendly and gave me loads of recommendations and top tips.

10/10

Super clean and tidy. Fully equipped kitchen. Reception ver friendly and provided with good recommendations around town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

A nice quiet motel. Motel has a nice appearance & was close to the centre of town.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Very well appointed motel room, ours with spa bath and balcony. Comfortable bed. Off-street parking. Easy walk into town for many restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Very good hotel that is within walking distance to the main street
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Great!! Nothing no complain about
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Clean but dated, neighbours were loud, lovely couple/owners
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

Easy, great locale, clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

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

Warm welcome, great sized rooms, good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

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

10/10

Awesome place, happy to stay again and recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Very comfortable accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10

Friendly welcome. Road noise all night, even with double glazing, however we were in a roadside room. Some crumbs in the cutlery draw. Overall OK.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Very roomy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Nice clean motel with big rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10

Very well-kept motel. Great value for money and had everything we needed. The owners were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Great spot and really nice, modern facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10

Very nice motel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10

Nice location, friendly staff.

10/10

Wonderful quiet, private location located near everything.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Great place. Great stay. Loved that they had a bathtub
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10

Fantastic place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10

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