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Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Canterbury-Christchurch MT · New Zealand

16-18 Churchill Street (State Higway 1)View location

9.0/10Excellent606 Reviews
Cleanliness9.2/109.2
Service9.2/109.2
Comfort9.0/109.0
Condition9.0/109.0
Location9.2/109.2
Neighborhood8.6/108.6
Value8.6/108.6
Amenities9.0/109.0
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About Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Enjoy recreational amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and a garden at the Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge. This motel offers complimentary Wi-Fi, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills. Luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box are available at the front desk. Free self-parking is provided on-site.

The 20 air-conditioned rooms feature kitchens equipped with refrigerators and stovetops, private balconies or patios, flat-screen TVs with satellite programming, complimentary Wi-Fi, safes, and microwaves. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Located in Kaikoura, the motel is a short walk from Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura Beach, and a short drive from Fyffe House and the Peninsula Walkway. The preferred airport is Christchurch International Airport (CHC).

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With a stay at Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge in Kaikōura, you'll be by the ocean, within a 10-minute walk of Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura Beach. This motel is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Fyffe House and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Peninsula Walkway.

Make yourself at home in one of the 20 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and microwaves.

Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Swimming Pool
Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 8:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No elevators By ocean Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • The seasonal pool will be open from November to March.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • 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
    • Property Registration Number 3864233
    • No visitors or unregistered guests are allowed in guestrooms.
    • Property Registration Number 3864233
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • 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.

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Kaikoura Museum 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Kaikoura District Museum 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Kaikoura Beach 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Fyffe House 3.2 km / 2 mi
Peninsula Walkway 4.1 km / 2.5 mi
Point Kean Seal Colony 4.6 km / 2.9 mi
Kaikoura Golf Club 4.9 km / 3 mi
Ohau Point Lookout 26.4 km / 16.4 mi
Ohau Falls 26.8 km / 16.6 mi
Okiwi Bay 29.9 km / 18.6 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Year of construction: 2005
  • Total number of rooms: 20
  • hotel
  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
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  • Room serviceExtra charge
  • Laundry service
  • Hotel safeExtra charge
  • Lift accessExtra charge
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Luggage room
  • Dining area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Restaurant
  • Smoking areaExtra charge
  • Banquet hall
  • Conference room
  • Outdoor freshwater pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa centreExtra charge
  • Breakfast buffet
  • GolfExtra charge
  • Golf practice facilityExtra charge
Meal plans

Meal plan types

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  • APARTMENT TWO BEDROOMSAPARTMENT • TWO BEDROOMSAPT.B2-1

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    APARTMENT TWO BEDROOMS

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    TWO BEDROOMS

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    Room code: APT.B2-1

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  • STUDIO STANDARDSTUDIO • STANDARDSTU.ST-1

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    STUDIO STANDARD

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    STANDARD

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    Room code: STU.ST-1

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  • STUDIO STANDARDSTUDIO • STANDARDSTU.ST

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    STUDIO STANDARD

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    STANDARD

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    Room code: STU.ST

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  • Room DELUXE ONE BEDROOMRoom • DELUXE ONE BEDROOMROO.B1-DX

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    Room DELUXE ONE BEDROOM

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    DELUXE ONE BEDROOM

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    Room code: ROO.B1-DX

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  • STUDIO DELUXE TWO BEDSSTUDIO • DELUXE TWO BEDSSTU.2B-DX

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    STUDIO DELUXE TWO BEDS

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    DELUXE TWO BEDS

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    Room code: STU.2B-DX

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIOR KING BEDDOUBLE • SUPERIOR KING BEDDBL.KG-SU

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR KING BED

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    SUPERIOR KING BED

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    Room code: DBL.KG-SU

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  • TRIPLE DELUXE TWO BEDSTRIPLE • DELUXE TWO BEDSTPL.2B-DX

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    TRIPLE DELUXE TWO BEDS

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    DELUXE TWO BEDS

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    Room code: TPL.2B-DX

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  • APARTMENT QUEEN BED TWO BEDROOMSAPARTMENT • QUEEN BED TWO BEDROOMSAPT.B2-QN

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    APARTMENT QUEEN BED TWO BEDROOMS

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    APARTMENT
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    QUEEN BED TWO BEDROOMS

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    Room code: APT.B2-QN

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  • APARTMENT TWO BEDROOMSAPARTMENT • TWO BEDROOMSAPT.B2

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    APARTMENT TWO BEDROOMS

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    APARTMENT
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    TWO BEDROOMS

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    Room code: APT.B2

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  • Room RUN OF HOUSERoom • RUN OF HOUSEROO.RO

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    Room RUN OF HOUSE

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    RUN OF HOUSE

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    Room code: ROO.RO

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  • Room DELUXERoom • DELUXEROO.DX

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    Room DELUXE

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    DELUXE

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    Room code: ROO.DX

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  • Room DELUXE WITH JACUZZIRoom • DELUXE WITH JACUZZIROO.DX-JA

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    Room DELUXE WITH JACUZZI

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    DELUXE WITH JACUZZI

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    Room code: ROO.DX-JA

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  • Double or Twin SUPERIORDouble or Twin • SUPERIORDBT.SU

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    Double or Twin SUPERIOR

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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    Double or Twin
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    SUPERIOR

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    Room code: DBT.SU

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  • APARTMENT DELUXE ONE BEDROOMAPARTMENT • DELUXE ONE BEDROOMAPT.B1-DX

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    APARTMENT DELUXE ONE BEDROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    APARTMENT
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    DELUXE ONE BEDROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.B1-DX

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  • APARTMENT THREE BEDSAPARTMENT • THREE BEDSAPT.3B

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    APARTMENT THREE BEDS

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    APARTMENT
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    THREE BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.3B

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  • DOUBLE DELUXEDOUBLE • DELUXEDBL.DX

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    DOUBLE DELUXE

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    DELUXE

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    Room code: DBL.DX

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  • DOUBLE DELUXEDOUBLE • DELUXEDBL.DX-3

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    DOUBLE DELUXE

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    DELUXE

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    Room code: DBL.DX-3

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE QUEEN BED • 1 Bedroom • 5 m²DBL.DX-QN
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    DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    5 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    DELUXE QUEEN BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.DX-QN

    Room amenities

    • Shower
    • Hairdryer
    • Kitchen
    • Ironing set
    • DVD player
    • Bathroom

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

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  • STUDIO DELUXESTUDIO • DELUXESTU.DX-2

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    STUDIO DELUXE

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    DELUXE

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    Room code: STU.DX-2

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  • TRIPLE DELUXE ONE BEDTRIPLE • DELUXE ONE BEDTPL.1B-DX

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    TRIPLE DELUXE ONE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
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    TRIPLE
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    DELUXE ONE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TPL.1B-DX

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  • STUDIO DELUXESTUDIO • DELUXESTU.DX

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    STUDIO DELUXE

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    DELUXE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: STU.DX

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  • Room SUPERIOR ONE BEDROOMRoom • SUPERIOR ONE BEDROOMROO.B1-SU

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    Room SUPERIOR ONE BEDROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    SUPERIOR ONE BEDROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.B1-SU

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  • STUDIO QUEEN SIZE BEDSTUDIO • QUEEN SIZE BEDSTU.QN

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    Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

    STUDIO QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    STUDIO
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: STU.QN

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  • APARTMENT ONE BEDROOMAPARTMENT • ONE BEDROOMAPT.B1

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    APARTMENT ONE BEDROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
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    ONE BEDROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.B1

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

9.0
Excellent
606 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.2 /10
Service
9.2 /10
Comfort
9.0 /10
Condition
9.0 /10
Location
9.2 /10
Neighborhood
8.6 /10
Value
8.6 /10
Amenities
9.0 /10
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10/10
Exceptional
01 Jul 2026
Maureen
Very close to the centre. A short walk or 2min drive
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
27 Jun 2026
Tayla
Although the place was accomodating for a basic stay I thought a few features lacked thought. Probably not the best place to stay in winter as there is only a small heater that takes all night to warm the room. Staff were nice to turn it on early which I appreciated but it was a little too late in the day by then. The blind that blocks out the outside was pretty useless and light from the security lights shone through meaning it was difficult to sleep and a slight draft meant it kept banging on the sill. If the blind was replaced with a black out and more heating was put into the rooms + an electric blanket, it would definitely improve customer comfort.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jun 2026
Helen
Spotless unit with quality kitchen equipment. Very quiet. Good laundry. Friendly helpful hostesss
10/10
Exceptional
11 May 2026
Paul
Very comfortable, good value for money, and only 5 to 10 minute walk to shops, restaurants, and bars.
Self
8/10
Excellent
07 May 2026
Matt
A short hike from the town center. Very friendly owners. Apartment style stay.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 Apr 2026
Paul
Friendly, helpful reception, Super location.
Self
8/10
Excellent
17 Apr 2026
Chris
Older room but worked well for our needs , small walk to town , only issue I had was our rooom faced main road which was a little noisy when large trucks went by in the morning otherwise all ok.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2026
JOANNA
Great location
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
19 Mar 2026
Mark
Convenient. Clean. Quiet.
8/10
Excellent
12 Mar 2026
martin
Nice room, spacious, clean and comfortable. Located walking distance to town but on the main hilly road so it was noisy to sleep. Suggest ear plugs.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Mar 2026
Eliza
Clean room
Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Feb 2026
Pauline
Clean, comfortable, room which was perfectly adequate for our overnight stay.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 Feb 2026
Bob
Yes to both
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
10 Feb 2026
Lynne
Staff very friendly and very helpful. Clean and spacious apartment.
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jan 2026
Kathy
Accommodation lovely and clean. Staff very helpful and friendly
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
27 Dec 2025
Henri-Pierre
Very clean room and friendly staff. Close to city centre.

Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
22 Dec 2025
Lesley
Amazing location and very clean
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Dec 2025
Blair
Always lovely to stay here. Clean facilities and friendly staff
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Dec 2025
Colette
Clean room, friendly and helpful reception staff, good amenities in room.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Dec 2025
Gayle
Terrific room and the jacuzzi bath much appreciated! Very comfortable.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
30 Nov 2025
neil
Great clean nice rooms
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Nov 2025
Andrew
Well kept property, friendly team and easy walk to the main shops in Kaikoura
10/10
Exceptional
12 Nov 2025
Hamish
Location
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Nov 2025
Rhonda
Very comfortable great sized unit. Friendly staff. Would recommend highly
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Oct 2025
Sharon
Stayed here twice on road trip to Dunedin and back. Very nice, well presented room and lovely staff.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Oct 2025
RHODA
Very clean and well equipped. Pool looked lovely.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
05 Oct 2025
Barrie
Lovely spacious unit. Very comfortable bed. 2 comfortable chairs. Easy parking. Very pleasant hosts.
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
29 Sep 2025
Julie
Comfortable motel.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
21 Sep 2025
David
Clean tidy friendly
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
28 Aug 2025
Tim
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Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Aug 2025
Bevan
Great clean tidy place to stay. Awesome service.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jul 2025
Graeme
Good size room, quality crockery etc, very clean and tidy. No traffic noise.
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jun 2025
Michelle
Big spa bath was amazing and great water pressure. Lovely relaxing weekend but there's know Sky movies only sport.
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jun 2025
John
Really nice place, quiet but central to town
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
21 Jun 2025
Sallie
No extra blanket, no hangers in bathroom, insufficient tea and coffee, difficult parking. Lovely views. Good heat pump. Close to town.
8/10
Excellent
04 Jun 2025
Erin
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.
Self
8/10
Excellent
26 May 2025
Cheryl
Great location
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2025
Angel
Super clean and tidy. Fully equipped kitchen. Reception ver friendly and provided with good recommendations around town.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
03 May 2025
Richard and Jane
A convenient stay
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 May 2025
GARY
All good
10/10
Exceptional
25 Apr 2025
Raewyn
Very well appointed motel room, ours with spa bath and balcony. Comfortable bed. Off-street parking. Easy walk into town for many restaurants.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Apr 2025
Ivan
Great!! Nothing no complain about
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
20 Apr 2025
Mee Kian
Unfriendly and rude female staff who insist on only accepting card payment and that the room I booked is non aircon, even when I pointed out to her that it states on its booking site that it accepts cards and cash, and all the rooms have aircon.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
17 Apr 2025
Brent
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.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2025
Alex
Great facilities, very clean and close to town. The owner was really helpful and friendly and gave me loads of recommendations and top tips.
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
10 Apr 2025
Neil
Noisy air conditioner
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
08 Apr 2025
Tim
They were able to assist us with storage of bikes. Thanks.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
04 Apr 2025
Lauren
I would say that out of all our accommodation, this room was the most modern and lovely to stay in.
6/10
Pleasant
25 Mar 2025
Barbara
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\"
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2025
Jim
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.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
18 Mar 2025
Jean

Basic good motel

Good Motel. Position not too far from Main Street.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Mar 2025
Verified traveler
A nice quiet motel. Motel has a nice appearance & was close to the centre of town.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
20 Feb 2025
Daena
Clean but dated, neighbours were loud, lovely couple/owners
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
04 Feb 2025
Clive
Owners could have been a bit more friendly.
8/10
Excellent
18 Jan 2025
Erica
Internet variable

Windows need cleaning
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
16 Jan 2025
Mark
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.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jan 2025
Stuart
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.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
06 Jan 2025
ROSLYN
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8/10
Excellent
27 Dec 2024
sharyn
Only spent one night. All was good and happy with the accommodations.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Dec 2024
martha
Lovely large room with kitchen - great to spread out in and take an afternoon nap due to the rain (and head cold).
8/10
Excellent
22 Dec 2024
jan
Very roomy
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Dec 2024
John
Very good hotel that is within walking distance to the main street
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
17 Nov 2024
Verified traveler
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).
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
17 Nov 2024
Joelene
Bit noisy and bbq area not inviting
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
08 Oct 2024
Nic
Easy, great locale, clean
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Oct 2024
Gary
Very comfortable accommodation
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Sep 2024
Gavin
Very well-kept motel. Great value for money and had everything we needed. The owners were very friendly and helpful.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Sep 2024
Marissa
Nice
10/10
Exceptional
12 May 2024
Helen
Nice clean motel with big rooms and friendly staff.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Mar 2024
Stephanie
Wonderful quiet, private location located near everything.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Mar 2024
alan
Excellent value for money, spacious, spotlessly maintained. Highly recommended and would certainly return !!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 Feb 2024
David
Nice comfortable place to stay.Didnt like the pre paid option before l had even set foot on the property.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Feb 2024
Pauline
Warm welcome, great sized rooms, good location.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
17 Feb 2024
Verified traveler
Easy check in. Location convenient for short drive to restaurants. Clean room with everything you need for a short stay. Would stay here again if in the area.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Feb 2024
Julian
Great place. Great stay. Loved that they had a bathtub
10/10
Exceptional
09 Feb 2024
Denis
Very nice motel
10/10
Exceptional
07 Feb 2024
Nick

Comfortable and convenient

Very comfortable, quiet, good facilities, pretty good view of Kaikoura mountains. Very convenient for walking to town centre and to whale watching centre. Motel is on the main highway, but in room 15, hardly noticed any noise so excellent!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Feb 2024
mary
I arrived about 8:30pm and a very nice woman greeted me and spent time sharing knowledge of the area. She was most helpful all around, I greatly appreciated it as a long day of driving and hiking!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jan 2024
Tim
Close to town, kitchenette allowed us to do our own cooking. Would be nice to add a frying pan and a large bowl to kitchen however! Very spacious and modern. Would definitely stay again.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
01 Jan 2024
leon
A lot of noise from road
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Dec 2023
Debbie
The property was convenient to town, easy parking, and friendly staff
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Nov 2023
Paul
Property located one block back from the main street. Nice quiet location. Rooms very clean and well equipped. Host was very nice and Kaikoura is a lovely town
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Nov 2023
Peter
Really nice experience. Room had everything well thought out as to what a traveller might need. Comfortable bed and beautifully clean throughout. Units were arranged around a kind of central area and had a laundry with both washer and dryer available. Close to the rest of Kaikoura which is a lovely place to stop with many shops close to the hotel. Highly recommend
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
11 Nov 2023
Lois
Very noisey apartment right on the road.
Poor value for the money only 2 teabags to use.
10/10
Exceptional
06 Nov 2023
James
Nice and clean all amenities.
10/10
Exceptional
17 Sep 2023
Barbara
We found this motor lodge very tidy,clean, and owners very helpful
We will be staying here again.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 Sep 2023
Deborah
Staff very helpfull
8/10
Excellent
27 Jul 2023
Nicholas
Friendly and helpful staff. Accommodation was good but alittle cold. There was a heater but it was noisy and no electric blanket.
On the plus side, the accommodation is very convenient to the main street shops and restaurants. I would stay again - just when it's abit warmer.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 Jul 2023
Cathrin
The unit was lovely and warm and good comfy beds
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jul 2023
Debbie
Very comfortable and clean unit with the bonus of Sky TV to watch the rugby. Would definitely stay here again
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 May 2023
Michele
Amazing friendly service and really lovely well appointed units. Great value for money and a perfect spot to explore Kaikoura
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
01 May 2023
Anton
Property was ok, on a major road ( 1 ) and was noisy with trucks going past, power points behind the bed not accessible. Only plus point was the spa in the bathroom. Will look for other accomodation next time.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Apr 2023
David
Lovely unit and friendly staff.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Apr 2023
Jolene
Awesome place, happy to stay again and recommend
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Apr 2023
Murray
Great location, friendly helpful staff. Very clean unit that was equipped to a high standard. Very enjoyable stay. Would recommend them.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Apr 2023
Mary
very clean and lovely spa bath.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Apr 2023
I

Gateway

Nice, and close proximity to town, pool is closed for the winter period.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Apr 2023
Graham
Convenient stop over on way to Cook Straight ferry
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Mar 2023
Francesca
Great location
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 Mar 2023
Kimberley
Bbq
Leisure Partner

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Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
16-18 Churchill Street (State Higway 1), Kaikoura, New Zealand

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