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Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

locationKaikoura, Canterbury-Christchurch MT

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About Kaikoura Gateway Motor LodgeAbout Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Location

This guesthouse is located on Churchill Street, just a few minutes' walk from the seaside town of Kaikoura. Guests will find the Kaikoura Whale Watching tour, Seal Swim Kaikoura, Topspot Seal Swim, Peninsula Walkway and Kaikoura Fishing Charters in the vicinity.

Facility

The motel has a lift and features 20 rooms. The friendly staff at the reception desk are happy to answer any questions. Amenities include a baggage storage service and a safe. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The motel offers various facilities for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. The grounds of the motel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Further services include room service, a laundry service and a coin-operated laundry. Guests can also use the bicycle storage facilities. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine.

Rooms

Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and central heating. Guests can enjoy the garden view from a balcony or terrace. All rooms are carpeted and include a queen-size bed or a king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe and a desk are also available. The kitchenette comes with a refrigerator, a microwave and a tea/coffee station. An ironing set is provided for guests' convenience. A telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a CD player, a DVD player, an alarm clock and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. For extra comfort in the bathrooms, guests are offered cosmetic products. Wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms are also available. The motel has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.

Sport

The pleasantly heated water of the indoor and outdoor pools guarantees comfortable swimming. A sun terrace is a great place to while away the hours. The hot tub in the pool area promises pure relaxation. There are many ways to relax or stay active at the motel, including golf, a spa and a sauna.

Meals

There is a restaurant on the premises. A generous breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day.

Payment

The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.

Amenities at Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge Amenities at Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

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      Air conditioning

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      Bicycle Cellar

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      Car Park

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      Conference Room

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      Disability-friendly

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      Hotel Safe

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      Laundry Facilities

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      Laundry Service

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      Lifts

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      Playground

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      Restaurant(s)

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      Room Service

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      Wifi

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      Contactless check-in/-out

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      Contactless payment

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      Enhanced cleaning programme

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      Hand sanitiser

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      Housekeeping only upon request

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      Hygiene training for staff

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      Medical teleconsultation

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      No high-touch furnishings in public areas

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      Protective masks for guests

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      Sanitiser dispenser

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      Social distancing regulations

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      Use of commercially available disinfectants

  • Meals

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      Breakfast Buffet

  • Sport/Entertainment

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      Golf

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      Heated Pool(s)

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      Indoor Pool

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      Jacuzzi

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      Number of Pools

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      Outdoor Pool(s)

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      Sauna

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      Sun terrace

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User Rating & ReviewsUser Rating & Reviews

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Excellent

149

Very Good

125

Average

30

Poor

7

Terrible

10

Recent Reviews: 321

  • User:Paul U

    Trip type: Solo travel

    Great motel, reasonably close to shops and bars.

    rating24 Feb 2026

    Stayed here a couple of times before. Motel is sited next to the main road North/South (SH1), but I did not hear any traffic noise. It is only a few minutes walk to the shops/bars, but it does include a short steep slope down and a steep climb back to the motel.Good friendly staff, the room was very clean, comfortable and quiet.

  • User:AndrewN424

    Trip type: Couples

    No frills

    rating01 Feb 2026

    Set back a little from the Main Street, this represented reasonable value in the whale watching town of Kaikoura. The motel had no frills and promised none so you get what you pay for.

  • User:Donna725

    Trip type: Couples

    Ideal overnighter

    rating02 Sept 2025

    We stayed for a night and found the place comfortable and accommodating.The studio unit we stayed in was spacious and suitably located at the rear of the block which made it nice and quiet from room noise.Would happily stay again when passing through Kaikoura.

  • User:Wanderer49946496659

    Trip type: Couples

    Very disappointing Kaikoura stay. Many things wrong with accommodation but would have been ok if staff were friendly.

    rating04 Jul 2025

    Room did not match photo. Showed a couch and seats, only had one chair. said large spa bath, it was small and filthy when we ran it. Staff only provided tea/coffee for one each for our 2 night stay and were rude when we requested more. Maid walked in on us in shower as we can’t lock door and no ‘do not disturb’ sign or info book. Over priced and disappointing. They have not responded to our complaint.

  • User:Richard S

    Trip type: Couples

    Good hotel close to the main street

    rating30 May 2025

    We stayed just one night here but found the hotel clean and comfortable. The standard room was very well equipped and staff helpful. The bed was really comfortable. It is 400m from the main street which was handy. Next time I may pay a little more to have a second storey room and a view of the mountains!

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