5 Star Hotel

The White Morph Motels

92-94 The Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand View Map

$235 nightly

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The White Morph Motels

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Set on the esplanade in iconic Kaikoura, White Morph Heritage offers a range of accommodations options with a balcony or patio and lovely ocean, mountain or garden views. Free WiFi is available in all rooms and the lobby. White Morph Kaikoura is less than a 1-minute walk from Kaikoura Dolphin Encounter. Kaikoura town center is 10 minutes’ walk and Kaikoura Racecourse is 15 minutes’ walk away. All rooms offer cooking facilities including a microwave and refrigerator. Each has a flat-screen TV. Some rooms include a relaxing spa bath and a DVD player. There is a movie theater and a range of shops, cafes and activities within walking distance from the property. Free wired internet is available in the lobby.

368 Reviews

8.6Very Good
Cleanliness
9.1
Staff
9.0
Location
9.3

What Guests Say

  • “The receptionist was very professional, thorough and had a lovely smile. Top marks to her exceptional welcome The room was exceptionally…”
  • “Easy check in and access. Good area to walk to city center and beach. Very clean and comfortable.”
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Top Amenities

  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible Rooms / Facilities
  • Beachfront
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Room Options

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Small Studio1/4

Small Studio

173 sqft • 1 Double

  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
Deluxe Queen Studio 1/4

Deluxe Queen Studio

291 sqft • 1 Queen

  • Accessible bath/shower
  • Accessible toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
Garden Studio1/4

Garden Studio

291 sqft • 1 Queen, 1 Single

  • Accessible bath/shower
  • Accessible toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
Premium Twin Room with Spa Bath1/4

Premium Twin Room with Spa Bath

431 sqft • 2 Single, 1 King

  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
Premium King Room with Spa Bath1/4

Premium King Room with Spa Bath

431 sqft • 1 Queen

  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
Three-Bedroom House1/4

Three-Bedroom House

1938 sqft • 1 Queen or 2 Single or 2 Single

  • Additional bathroom
  • Additional toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock

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    What Guests Loved

    8.6
    Very Good

    Based on 368 reviews

    Location

    9.3

    Cleanliness

    9.1

    Staff

    9

    Overall Quality

    8.6

    Pros +

    • The receptionist was very professional, thorough and had a lovely smile. Top marks to her exceptional welcome The room was exceptionally clean, bed very comfy and the kitchen was fully stocked with all the utensils one would need
    • Easy check in and access. Good area to walk to city center and beach. Very clean and comfortable.
    • Comfortable bed close to town (10 min walk). Room was clean and had two leather chairs that were very comfortable. Good water pressure from showers.

    Cons -

    • It was a little loud in the mornings. The wi-fi connection was awful.
    • The room had a musty smell so we jet the doors open a lot of the time.
    • No elevator
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    9GoergePosted on: 1-5-2026

    The receptionist was very professional, thorough and had a lovely smile. Top marks to her exceptional welcome The room was exceptionally clean, bed very comfy and the kitchen was fully stocked with all the utensils one would need

    8TwilaPosted on: 1-4-2026

    Easy check in and access. Good area to walk to city center and beach. Very clean and comfortable.

    It was a little loud in the mornings. The wi-fi connection was awful.

    7SusanPosted on: 1-2-2026

    Comfortable bed close to town (10 min walk). Room was clean and had two leather chairs that were very comfortable. Good water pressure from showers.

    The room had a musty smell so we jet the doors open a lot of the time.

    8RodneyPosted on: 5-27-2025

    Was very tidy, functional, quiet. For price excellent value

    10PhylisPosted on: 5-11-2025

    Lovely ocean and mountain views, wonderful space, friendly and helpful staff.

    9peterPosted on: 5-8-2025

    Excellent views and location

    No elevator

    9AriannePosted on: 4-25-2025

    It was clean, there’s bathroom.

    The shower is not designed properly, water splashes out.

    10DominikPosted on: 4-22-2025

    Excellent proximity to beach, short walk/drive to Kaikoura town and the seal colony. Ez access, ez for cooking in, friendly staff, very clean

    9Kerrie-Anne G.Posted on: 4-22-2025

    Great location and lovely big room with a very comfortable bed.We had a sea view which was lovely to wake up to a beautiful sunrise.

    6MarkPosted on: 4-21-2025

    The sunrise was excellent. Location was perfect. Walking distance to a very nice restaurant.

    Only one cup in the room. No working fan in the bathroom so couldn’t shave in the morning. Couple of stains on the bottom bed sheet. Would like to stay there again but they need to lift their game

    9peterPosted on: 4-7-2025

    Excellent location and very comfortable and clean room with balcony over looking the seaCouldn’t ask for a better experience

    9GlenPosted on: 4-3-2025

    Great view ,comfortable beds, spa Bath coffee machine , no breakfast /restaurant but next door cafe Seals on the headland very cute & easy close access

    10AnitaPosted on: 4-1-2025

    This hotel was super clean and our room smelled so nice. Great central location.

    6MargiePosted on: 4-1-2025

    Seeing the ocean and hearing the ocean from the second floor

    Did not enjoy any other f the Restaurants in the area; The facility would have been perfect with a swimming pool

    9DeannePosted on: 3-26-2025

    The property was clean and tidy and the room was comfortable with an amazing view over the water to the snow capped mountains. Driving down to look at the seal colony was a great experience.

    Nothing to complain about.

    6AndrewPosted on: 3-14-2025

    Room was small and had an unlockable doorThere was no outlook and I though not good value for price I won’t recommend

    9BrianPosted on: 3-10-2025

    Very comfortable accommodation. Large spacious room, spotlessly clean and great amenities. Balcony was great although the 1st floor rooms are probably better than the ground floor

    Our room was right on the main road through Kaikoura and the proximity of traffic may bothher some. If this is the case, request a room without a sea view.

    8JulietPosted on: 3-9-2025

    Clean and modern with a comfy bed. Central location so we could walk to restaurants. Being able to use the washing machines and a clothes line (not just a dryer) because we were traveling for 2 weeks.

    Size of the room was average and the reception staff were dealing with something so that the welcome wasn't very attentive.

    9CarolynPosted on: 3-5-2025

    Seafront location good and room lovely. Booked a small studio and upgraded as hotel not full.

    Nothing, all good.

    9ClaudinePosted on: 3-3-2025

    Location was great, very good facilities and warm welcome when we arrived, great café close by

    We mostly liked everything

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Swimming & Soaking

    • Beachfront

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Free Parking
    • Accessible parking

    Accessibility

    • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
    • Accessible toilet
    • Facilities for disabled guests available
    • Wheelchair accessible

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    General

    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
    • Lower bathroom sinks available

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 2:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 10:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    ParkingFree parking is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome.
    PetsPets are not allowed.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    If you expect to arrive after 18:00, please contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with an American Express credit card or a JCB credit card.

    Location

    The White Morph Motels

    92-94 The Esplanade, Kaikoura

    Discover the AreaKaikoura

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