10 Best Motels in Kaikōura: Find Cheap Motels in Kaikōura 2026

Q: What are the best motels in Kaikōura?

Kaikoura Quality Suites : Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Mondello Kaikoura : Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. Kaikoura Beach Motel : Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Alpine View Motel : 12 beach bars, free WiFi, and free parking are available during your stay. Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge : Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

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A modern two-story building with a balcony, large windows, and a view of snow-capped mountains.

1. Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura

Sean

SAR 281 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a window with a mountain view, and a curtain.

2. Mondello Kaikoura

Kaikoura

Keith

SAR 379 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A balcony with a view of the sea and trees, two potted plants, and a table with chairs.

3. Kaikoura Beach Motel

Kaikoura

Karen

SAR 305 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A glass table and chairs with a view of a lake and mountains.

4. The White Morph - Heritage Collection

Kaikoura

Monique

SAR 542 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A patio area with outdoor seating and a variety of shrubs and small trees.

5. Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

Kaikoura

jan

SAR 367 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern pool area with a rectangular pool, surrounded by a black fence, and adjacent buildings with balconies and windows.

6. Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Kaikoura

Stephen

SAR 430 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A caravan park with a large open parking area, a building with a flat roof, and a view of the sea.

7. Alpine View Motel

Kaikoura

Daniel

SAR 360 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A row of white buildings with pitched roofs, a picnic table in the foreground, and a hill with trees in the background.

8. The Peninsula Kaikoura

Kaikoura

Greg

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Top Kaikōura Hotel Reviews

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Well appointed hotel/apartment in terms of amenities. Great location with ocean views."

Sierra Beachfront Motel

8/10 Good

"While it is an older motel It is clean and has all the amenities you require. It is value for money to put your head down for the night with good choice of food places not far down the road to choose from if you wish to support local eatery business (the thai shop was good!) or a little further for the supermarket for the more budget conscious traveller"

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

8/10 Good

"Very friendly staff, we felt very welcomed & appreciated being able to drop our luggage off earlier than check in. They had very thoughtfully considered that my travelling companion & I may prefer to be in rooms close to each other & so booked us into rooms a stones throw from each other with one room being a free upgrade because of this. Thank you! The rooms were clean, beds comfortable with more than adequate seating, table and kitchenette facilities. There is traffic noise but situated on a main road only to be expected. Our stay was during October, the weather was wet and cold and even though we were for the most part comfortable temperature wise, we would not book to stay there during the colder months as, based on the rooms we had, do not feel the heating would be adequate plus there are no electric blankets. We feel the somewhat steep walk to the Motor Lodge should be mentioned on the sites that advertise this property; we arrived on foot, having travelled on the Coastal Pacific, & even though by chance we read mention of it when we did a Google maps search to get directions & are still mobile enough in our late 60's for it to be well manageable, we feel that for some it would be an important aspect to consider when booking. We were surprised that there was no information in our rooms in respect of things such as safety evacuation process, how to operate the tv/sky box etc. Overall, yes we can recommend it, but just bear in mind the few points mentioned."

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Kaikōura?

If you're having difficulty finding a motel in Kaikōura, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find something similar from more than 150 hotels and other lodging options. Simply filter using our search tools by price per night or cost-effective amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transportation.

What is a motel?

At most motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room directly from the parking lot. Motels began in the 1920s as convenient lodging for the tired traveler taking a road trip along America's major roadways.

What are the best motels in Kaikōura?

Kaikoura Quality Suites: Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Mondello Kaikoura: Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. Kaikoura Beach Motel: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Alpine View Motel: 12 beach bars, free WiFi, and free parking are available during your stay. Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge: Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

How many motels will I be able to find in Kaikōura?

Expedia has 13 low-cost motels in Kaikōura.

What can I do in Kaikōura?

Enjoy the majestic mountain landscape and popular beaches in this relaxing area while you're sightseeing. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Kaikoura Beach, Peninsula Walkway, and Mount Fyffe. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Kaikoura Museum, Kaikoura District Museum, and Fyffe House.

What's the weather like in Kaikōura?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Kaikōura to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 62°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 48°F. Average annual precipitation for Kaikōura is 41 inches.

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