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About the Hotel

208 Esplande 208 The Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand, 7300
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Close to Dolphin Encounter
Perfect
9.1
/10
4.7
4.5
/5

Located about a 25-minute walk from Ohau Point Seal Colony, the 5-star The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel Kaikoura includes 15 rooms. The motel also boasts a patio, which comes with outdoor dining areas and a barbeque grill.

Location

This stylish hotel is superbly situated only 1.9 km from Whale Watch Kaikoura. Mayfair Theatre is 450 metres from The Anchor, while Ohau Stream Walk is 30 minutes' walk away.

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

Rooms

The allergy-free rooms feature an adjoining terrace and a mini-kitchen complete with air conditioning, as well as high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They are appointed with carpeted flooring, sound-proof windows. Bathrooms include a separate toilet and a shower, along with comforts such as a hair dryer and free toiletries. Some rooms offer views of the Pacific Ocean.

Leisure & Business

The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel also has a sunbathing terrace, a picnic area, and a golf course. This property offers a ski school, a storage for belongings, and a ski pass vendor for ski lovers.

Must-do experiences

  • Swim with dolphins at Dolphin Encounter for an unforgettable experience.
  • Savor fresh crayfish at Kaikoura Seafood BBQ in the summer months.
  • Visit the Kaikoura Marine Aquarium to learn about local marine life.
  • Take a walk along the Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway for stunning views.
  • Explore the Kaikoura Museum for a deep dive into local history.
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The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Studio garden view
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Superb Studio Ocean View
2 persons
325 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Executive Suite Seaview
2 persons
345 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
One-Bedroom Apartment
2 persons
345 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Perfect
9.3/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Ski storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Ski school
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Paid shuttle service
  • Ski equipment hire
  • Laundry
  • Ski pass vendor

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Dinner

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • 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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The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel Location

208 Esplande 208 The Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand, 7300
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208 Esplande 208 The Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand, 7300
Nearby
Gallery
Art & Design Gallery
1300 ft
274 Scarborough St
Kaikoura Lookout
1500 ft
Restaurants
The Pier Hotel Restaurant
2900 ft
1 Avoca Street
Cafe Encounter
2700 ft
96 Esplanade
Encounter Kaikoura
2700 ft
96 Esplanade
Pier Hotel
2800 ft
1 Avoca St
Getting around
City Centre
Kaikoura22 min  ·  1.1 mi
Airports
Kaikoura (KBZ)13 min  ·  5.2 mi
Woodbourne Airport (BHE)208 min  ·  86.1 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-19:00
Check-out
from 06:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Number of rooms:
15

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 178 verified reviews
9.1/10
Perfect
96%
Recommend
Breakfast
10.0/10
Cleanliness
9.5/10
Comfort
9.5/10
Facilities
9.3/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.1/10
Location
9.5/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.9/10
Staff
9.3/10
Value for money
9.0/10
Guest reviews
based on 357 reviews
9.1/10
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