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Panorama Motel
Panorama Motel

Panorama Motel

266 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Wake up to stunning views of the Kaikoura Mountains and the sea at Panorama Motel. Our units are all ensuite and smoke-free. Every unit opens out onto either a patio area with outdoor seating or onto its own private balcony, to allow our guests to enjoy the panoramic views. Inside we have Sky TV, free Wi-fi, a kitchenette with a hob, microwave, fridge and very comfortable beds. Parking is off-street, with enough space to park your boat or trailer. We are pet friendly, and love to welcome the whole family. Panorama Motel is at the quiet end of town, but is still close to activities like the Dolphin Encounter, the golf courses and it’s just a short 5 minute drive from the train station. Guests can order a continental breakfast, or make use of BBQ facilities and the guest laundry.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.0
Excellent
1288 reviews
Location
1.1 km from city centre
C$ 124
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Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

45-47 Churchill Street, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Motel in Kaikōura with free parking Concierge services, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a library, free newspapers, and tour/ticket assistance. Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura offers 18 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Kaikōura motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.3
Excellent
1514 reviews
Location
1.2 km from city centre
C$ 102
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Kaikoura Quality Suites
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites

154 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Motel in Kaikōura with free parking This motel features laundry facilities, a garden, and barbecue grills. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area. Kaikoura Quality Suites offers 20 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.7
Excellent
1422 reviews
Location
3.5 km from city centre
C$ 111
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Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

18 Churchill Street, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Kaikoura Beach A seasonal outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and tour/ticket assistance are available at this motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, barbecue grills, and RV/bus/truck parking are onsite. Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge offers 20 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations at this 4.5-star motel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. This Kaikōura motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal outdoor pool. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.4
Excellent
1698 reviews
Location
1.5 km from city centre
C$ 95
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Alpine View Motel
Alpine View Motel

Alpine View Motel

146 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Beachfront motel with beach bars and a 24-hour fitness center 12 beach bars, a 24-hour fitness center, and laundry facilities are available at this motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a library, a garden, and barbecue grills are onsite. Alpine View Motel offers 12 accommodations with portable fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodations at this 3-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, separate dining areas, and cookware/dishes/utensils. This Kaikōura motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the motel include a 24-hour fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.9
Excellent
1222 reviews
Location
3.4 km from city centre
C$ 97
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Lobster Inn Motel
Lobster Inn Motel

Lobster Inn Motel

115 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Motel in Kaikōura with a restaurant and a bar A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and laundry facilities are available at this motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Housekeeping is available once per stay. Lobster Inn Motel offers 24 accommodations with hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Accommodations at this 3-star motel have kitchenettes with stovetops, microwaves, separate dining areas, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.3
Excellent
914 reviews
Location
3.1 km from city centre
C$ 127
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Willowbank Motel
Willowbank Motel

Willowbank Motel

183 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Motel in Kaikōura with free parking Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free motel has a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include barbecue grills. Housekeeping is not available. Willowbank Motel offers 12 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.0
Excellent
1082 reviews
Location
3.8 km from city centre
C$ 97
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Sierra Beachfront Motel
Sierra Beachfront Motel

Sierra Beachfront Motel

160 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Beach hotel in Kaikōura with free parking Guests at this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as barbecue grills and a picnic area. Housekeeping is not available. Sierra Beachfront Motel offers 13 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. LED televisions come with premium satellite channels.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.2
Excellent
1447 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
C$ 91
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All 21 motels in Kaikoura

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What is the cheapest month to book a motel in Kaikoura?

The most affordable month to stay at motel in Kaikoura is August, with an average price of C$ 128.

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Sunday is the cheapest day to stay in a motel in Kaikoura.

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To secure the best rate for motel in Kaikoura, it's advisable to book at least 43 days in advance.
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Highest-rated Kaikoura motels

Pricing data was last updated on 9 September 2025.
Find and compare prices for the top-rated motels in Kaikoura based on user reviews.
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

18 Churchill Street, Kaikoura, New Zealand
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 95
Avg. per night
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Panorama Motel
Panorama Motel

Panorama Motel

266 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 124
Avg. per night
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Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

45-47 Churchill Street, Kaikoura, New Zealand
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 102
Avg. per night
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Sierra Beachfront Motel
Sierra Beachfront Motel

Sierra Beachfront Motel

160 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 91
Avg. per night
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Cheapest motels in Kaikoura, New Zealand

Pricing data was last updated on 9 September 2025.
These are some of the lowest-priced motels in Kaikoura we’ve come across for the dates selected. Motels in Kaikoura can be found for as low as C$ 91 per night.
Sierra Beachfront Motel
Sierra Beachfront Motel

Sierra Beachfront Motel

160 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 91
Avg. per night
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Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

18 Churchill Street, Kaikoura, New Zealand
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 95
Avg. per night
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Alpine View Motel
Alpine View Motel

Alpine View Motel

146 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
3.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 97
Avg. per night
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Willowbank Motel
Willowbank Motel

Willowbank Motel

183 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 97
Avg. per night
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Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

45-47 Churchill Street, Kaikoura, New Zealand
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 102
Avg. per night
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Kaikoura Quality Suites
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites

154 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 111
Avg. per night
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Panorama Motel
Panorama Motel

Panorama Motel

266 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 124
Avg. per night
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Lobster Inn Motel
Lobster Inn Motel

Lobster Inn Motel

115 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
3.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 127
Avg. per night
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Dusky Lodge
Dusky Lodge

Dusky Lodge

67 Beach road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 84
Avg. per night
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Willowbank Motel
Willowbank Motel

Willowbank Motel

183 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 97
Avg. per night
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Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

146 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 137
Avg. per night
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Panorama Motel
Panorama Motel

Panorama Motel

266 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 124
Avg. per night
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Nikau Lodge
Nikau Lodge

Nikau Lodge

53 Deal Street, Kaikoura, New Zealand
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 292
Avg. per night
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Blue Seas Motel
Blue Seas Motel

Blue Seas Motel

222 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 99
Avg. per night
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