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About the Hotel

18 Churchill Street, Kaikoura, New Zealand
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Close to Kaikoura Beach
Great
8.4
8.9
/10
3.8
4.3
/5

Situated 2.6 km from the South Bay Reserve, the 4-star Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge hotel features Wi-Fi in public areas and free off-street parking on site. This motel also takes pride in offering a banquet hall while being located in the vicinity of Whale Watch Kaikoura.

Location

The hotel lies nearly a 5-minute walk from Takahanga Domain and 600 metres from the Kaikoura Museum. A charming beach is within an 800-metre distance of the Gateway Motor Lodge Kaikoura.

Guests can find a mountain near this accommodation. The heritage museum "Fyffe House" is also 2.7 km away.

Kaikoura Intercity bus stop is situated right near the Gateway Motor Lodge.

Rooms

There are 20 rooms at this Kaikoura hotel, each of them has an iron and ironing board, and climate control, as well as entertainment amenities such as free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. These rooms at the property also feature carpeted floors. Bathrooms include a separate toilet and a shower, along with such comforts as hairdryers and bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

The restaurant The Coffee Hit lies 650 m from this hotel.

Leisure & Business

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge hotel has a sauna, a patio, and a play area on the premises.

Must-do experiences

  • Go whale watching with Whale Watch Kaikoura for a memorable day.
  • Indulge in crayfish at the iconic Kaikoura Seafood BBQ stalls.
  • Visit the Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway for stunning coastal views.
  • Explore the Kaikoura Museum to learn about local history and culture.
  • Catch a breathtaking sunset at the Kaikoura To Church Corner lookout.
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Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard One-Bedroom Apartment
2 persons
485 sq. feet 
2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
Shower
Heating
Standard Two-Bedroom Apartment
2 persons
540 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
Standard Studio
2 persons
270 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment
2 persons
485 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Great
8.6/10Review score

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Dining

  • In-room breakfast

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

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

Room features

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

  • Electric blankets

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge Location

18 Churchill Street, Kaikoura, New Zealand
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18 Churchill Street, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Nearby
Museum
Kaikoura Museum
1900 ft
Restaurants
The Craypot
2300 ft
70 West End Opposite Public Toilets And Carpark
Thai Siam Kaikoura
2300 ft
54 West End
Groper Garage Bar & Restaurant
2300 ft
50 West End
Strawberry Tree Kaikoura limited
2000 ft
21 West End Town centre
Allure Cafe and Gallery
1900 ft
11 West End
Aromas Chinese Restaurant
1900 ft
13A West End
SlamClub
1700 ft
10-12 West End
Black Rabbit Pizza
3000 ft
17 Beach Road
Kaikoura Indian Restaurant&Cafe
3000 ft
17 Beach Road State Highway-1
Hislops Wholefoods Cafe
3600 ft
33 Beach Rd
Beach House Cafe
3800 ft
39 Beach Road Kaikoura Flat
Getting around
City Centre
Kaikoura4 min  ·  1000 ft
Airports
Kaikoura (KBZ)12 min  ·  4.6 mi
Woodbourne (BHE)206 min  ·  85.3 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-20:00
Check-out
from 08:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
20

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 571 verified reviews
8.4/10
Great
90%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.4/10
Cleanliness
8.9/10
Comfort
9.0/10
Facilities
8.6/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.0/10
Location
8.6/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.0/10
Staff
9.0/10
Value for money
8.6/10
Guest reviews
based on 1191 reviews
8.4/10
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