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Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

8.5
Very good (1220 reviews) |
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Aug 01, 2025 - Aug 02, 2025
2 adults, 1 room
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Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Overview

  • outdoor swimming pool
  • free parking
  • free wifi
  • non-smoking rooms
  • family rooms
  • facilities for disabled guests
  • tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Intro

Located merely 7 minutes' stroll from Kaikoura Museum, Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge hotel offers tour/ticket assistance to ensure you have an unforgettable travel experience. Boasting a swimming pool, the 4-star motel is nestled 1.8 miles from natural attractions like South Bay Reserve Nature Preserve.

Rooms

The 20 rooms are non-smoking and equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as coffee/tea making machines. Furnished with a couch and a writing desk, these rooms have a patio and a balcony. Offering such amenities as hairdryers and towels, the bathrooms also include a separate toilet and a shower. Guests can enjoy views of the sea.

Relax

The Gateway Motor Lodge Kaikoura also offers a sauna, a patio, and a playground. Additionally, staying at this Kaikoura hotel, active guests can enjoy a golf course on site.

Location

Situated just 8 minutes by foot from Coastal Sports, the Kaikoura hotel is a few minutes' drive from Ohau Stream Walk. Fyffe House is also located 1.9 miles from the Kaikoura accommodation.

Eat

The property is a walk from SlamClub.

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Rooms

Standard One-Bedroom Apartment
Room size: 45 m2
Max capacity: +
Standard Studio
Room size: 25 m2
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Deluxe Studio with Spa Bath
Room size: 25 m2
Max capacity:
Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment
Room size: 45 m2
Max capacity:
Standard Two-Bedroom Apartment
Room size: 50 m2
Max capacity: +
Deluxe Twin or Triple Studio with Spa Bath
Room size: 30 m2
Max capacity: +
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Facitilies

Facilities

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Dining facilities

  • In-room breakfast
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Relax

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Golf course

Reviews

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8.5/10 Very good (1220 reviews)
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  • Cleanliness 9
  • Comfort 9
  • Facilities 8.8
  • Free WiFi 8.9
  • Location 8.6
  • Total 8.4
  • Value for money 8.6
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James

9.6/10
The cleanliness was outstanding, and the facilities were surprising. It only took a short walk to reach the town center. The staff were friendly and accommodating, making my experience even better.
G

Geoff

10/10
We loved how clean and spacious our room was, complete with a fully-equipped kitchenette that made cooking a breeze. The staff was incredibly friendly and offered great dining suggestions. We also enjoyed the lovely pool on a hot day, and the hotel's location was perfect—just a short, pleasant walk to the town center.
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Al

9.6/10
We had a wonderful stay at the hotel, where cleanliness was clearly prioritized, making our room feel fresh and inviting. The location was ideal, as it was just a short stroll to the town centre, allowing us to explore local restaurants with ease. The friendly staff went above and beyond, offering assistance with our luggage, and the well-equipped kitchen made it easy to prepare meals.
B

Betty

9.6/10
I had a fantastic stay at the hotel; the cleanliness was exceptional, and the staff were incredibly welcoming. The location is perfect for exploring, being just a short stroll to the main street. I also enjoyed the well-equipped kitchen and the spacious bathroom with great water pressure, which made my experience even more enjoyable.
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Location

18 Churchill Street
Landmarks nearby
Restaurants nearby
Transportation
  • 1. Ohau Point Seal Colony 1.11 km (3642 ft)
  • 2. Art & Design Gallery 1.64 km (1.02 mi.)
  • 3. Fyffe House 2.68 km (1.67 mi.)
  • 4. Kaikoura Museum 560 m (1837 ft)
  • 5. Jimmy Armers Beach 2.77 km (1.72 mi.)
  • 6. Seal Swim Kaikoura 170 m (558 ft)
  • 7. Canterbury Regional Council 1.14 km (3740 ft)
  • 1. Allure Cafe and Gallery 560 m (1837 ft)
  • 2. Thai Siam Kaikoura 690 m (2264 ft)
  • 3. Aromas Chinese Restaurant 570 m (1870 ft)
  • 4. Beach House Cafe 1.13 km (3707 ft)
  • 5. The Craypot 690 m (2264 ft)
  • 6. Black Rabbit Pizza 900 m (2953 ft)
  • 7. Kaikoura Indian Restaurant&Cafe 900 m (2953 ft)
  • 8. Hislops Wholefoods Cafe 1.08 km (3543 ft)
  • 9. Groper Garage Bar & Restaurant 690 m (2264 ft)
  • 10. SlamClub 500 m (1640 ft)
  • 1. Kaikoura Intercity 670 m (2198 ft)
  • 2. Kaikoura 670 m (2198 ft)