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About the Hotel

160 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
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Close to the Pacific Ocean
Great
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8.5
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Offering a picnic area, various recreational opportunities, and barbecue grills, Sierra Beachfront Motel Kaikoura is situated in a prime touristic area, a 16-minute walk from the Kaikoura Lookout. This hotel is ideally located in a museum district and there is parking on site.

Location

The 2-star motel boasts a prime location steps away from Mayfair Theatre. Dolphin Encounter is within 400 metres of the Sierra, and St Peter's Anglican Church is 0.6 km away.

This property is also within a few blocks of the Pacific Ocean. 5 minutes' drive from the heritage museum "Fyffe House" is a perk for guests staying at the beachfront hotel.

For those travelling from afar, Kaikoura airport is 10 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

The Sierra Kaikoura offers 13 rooms with coffee and tea making equipment, and such modern conveniences as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Also, this accommodation features carpeted flooring. Bathroom amenities include a separate toilet and a shower, along with comforts such as hairdryers and complimentary toiletries.

Leisure & Business

The presence of a golf club ensures guests an active stay at the hotel.

Must-do experiences

  • Take a scenic walk along the Kaikoura Peninsula Track at sunrise.
  • Savor fresh crayfish at Kaikoura Seafood BBQ in the town centre.
  • Discover marine life at the Kaikoura Wildlife Refuge; bring binoculars.
  • Visit the Fyffe House for a glimpse of Kaikoura's whaling history.
  • Enjoy a whale-watching tour with Whale Watch Kaikoura for thrills.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
One-Bedroom Apartment
2 persons
230 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Studio
2 persons
305 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
One-Bedroom Apartment Twin Bed
2 persons
280 sq. feet 
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Shower
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Family Apartment
2 persons
550 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Children

  • Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • BBQ facilities

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

  • Electric blankets

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

160 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
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160 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Nearby
96 Esplanade
Dolphin Encounter
1300 ft
Restaurants
Cafe Encounter
1400 ft
96 Esplanade
Getting around
City Centre
Kaikoura17 min  ·  4600 ft
Airports
Kaikoura (KBZ)12 min  ·  4.9 mi
Woodbourne Airport (BHE)208 min  ·  86.0 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-20:00
Check-out
from 06:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
13
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