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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
Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Seasonal outdoor pool
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Interior entrance
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge, where coastal charm meets modern comfort. Relax in the garden or take a dip in the seasonal pool. Stay connected with WiFi and enjoy perks like laundry facilities, barbecue grills, and luggage storage.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is NT$2,506
NT$2,882 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5

Room options

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

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

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 269 sq ft
  • 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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 322 sq ft
  • 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)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 538 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
18 Churchill Street, Kaikoura, 7300

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fyffe House - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Peninsula Walkway - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 8 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cods n Cray - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Kaikoura Indian Restaurant - ‬8 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, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
  • A banquet hall, luggage storage, and barbecue grills
  • 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

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge?

As of 2025/9/3, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge on 2025/10/4 start from NT$2,506, excluding 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.

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. 316 out of 554 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 554 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 554 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 554 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 554 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 Excellent

Bevan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean tidy place to stay. Awesome service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place, quiet but central to town
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Richard and Jane

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A convenient stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

John

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

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Big spa bath was amazing and great water pressure. Lovely relaxing weekend but there's know Sky movies only sport.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice property. Clean rooms with good facilities. Car parking is available but not always adjacent to your room. Perfect for my one night stay and conveniently located close to town.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would say that out of all our accommodation, this room was the most modern and lovely to stay in.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 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

6/10 Okay

Sallie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No extra blanket, no hangers in bathroom, insufficient tea and coffee, difficult parking. Lovely views. Good heat pump. Close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raewyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Jolene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place, happy to stay again and recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome, great sized rooms, good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean motel with big rooms and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot and really nice, modern facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Boris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, friendly staff.

10/10 Excellent

Steffan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice motel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Great stay. Loved that they had a bathtub
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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

8/10 Good

Daena

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