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Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

★★★★ 18 Churchill Street, Kaikoura, NZ

8.5 guest rating· 1619 reviews

About this hotel

Luxurious Accommodations

The Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge offers modern European style studios and apartments, elegantly decorated in calming neutral shades. Guests can enjoy amenities such as cooking facilities, flat-screen TVs, DVD players, and even large corner spa baths in some units.

Convenient Location

Situated just 500 meters from the town centre, guests have easy access to popular attractions like Whale Watch Kaikoura and Dolphin Encounter. Whether you prefer park, mountain, or sea views, the lodge has something for everyone with private balconies and outdoor seating areas.

Exciting Activities

From whale watching to dolphin encounters, the lodge's tour desk can help arrange a variety of sightseeing trips and activities for guests to enjoy. With free WiFi, off-street parking, and a solar-heated outdoor pool, Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge is the perfect choice for a memorable stay.

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Standard Studio

Sleeps 2 · 25 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

This studio features a kitchenette with a ceramic cooktop, a microwave and refrigerator, as well as satellite TV.

Deluxe Studio with Spa Bath

Sleeps 2 · 25 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

This studio features a kitchenette with a ceramic cooktop, a microwave and refrigerator, as well as a TV and large corner spa bath.

Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 2 · 45 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Spacious apartment has a full kitchen. The private bathroom comes with a large corner spa bath.

Deluxe Twin or Triple Studio with Spa Bath

Sleeps 3 · 30 m² · Twin bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker

This studio's standout feature is the spa bath. In the kitchenette, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. This air-conditioned studio includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as outdoor furniture. The unit offers 2 beds.

Superior Room, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite

Sleeps 2 · 45 m² · King bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Kitchen

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>484-sq-foot room with a balcony/patio </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom </p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with satellite channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, microwave, and cookware/dishware</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, jetted bathtub </p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe and iron/ironing board</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Standard One-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 4 · 45 m² · 2× Twin bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Telephone

This apartment features a fully equipped kitchen and private bathroom.

Standard Two-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 4 · 50 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

This apartment features a fully equipped kitchen. A TV is fitted in all rooms.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Fence around pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool - seasonal
  • Swimming pool
  • Free Parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Air conditioning
  • Golf course
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Access to health care professionals
  • BBQ facilities
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  • Cashless payment available
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Garden
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Heating
  • Invoice provided
  • Key access
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Terrace

Location

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18 Churchill Street, Kaikoura, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say8.51619 reviews

+ Clean and spacious rooms+ Friendly and helpful staff+ Great location near activitiesMinor cleanliness issuesRoad noise in some roomsLack of cooking utensils
Cleanliness8.1
Service9.1
Location9.1
Room Quality8.5
Amenities8.1
Value for Money8.5

Easy to get to, and into town.

10.0

Very convenient to town

Nothing

Laura · NZ · 2026-07-08

Guest review

8.0

Had everything we needed for a 2 night stay. Kitchenette which was well equipped.

Everything was fine, no dramas

Linda · AU · 2026-07-04

Guest review

8.0

Close to town

carolyn · NZ · 2026-07-03

Wonderful stay - awesome be

9.0

Clean and comfortable

Loud traffic

Fiona · NZ · 2026-06-14

Guest review

8.0

Very clean comfortable, quiet

Bit far from main street ok for young people bit hard for older people to hilly

steven · AU · 2026-06-10

Good to know

Guests arriving after 19:00 are requested to contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that cooking of odorous foods, e.g. seafood, is not permitted at the property.

Please note the number of guests staying must be the same as the number of guests stated when booking your accommodations at the property. Your reservation may be canceled with a penalty fee if you arrive with additional guests. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 17 years old stay for NZD 30 per person per night when using an existing bed.

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Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.