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Mediterranean Motel Kaikoura

239 Beach Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand View Map

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Mediterranean Motel Kaikoura

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Facing the magnificent Kaikoura mountains, the Mediterranean Motel Kaikoura is a humble road-side motel boasting home-style rooms at one of the most affordable rates in the area. With a friendly welcome and a hosting style to accommodate people from all backgrounds, we aim to make your stay in our famous town as comfortable as we possibly can. Each room has 23 channels on local Free-view, Streaming sites such as Netflix and Youtube, and a wide-screen Smart TV. A private kitchenette in each room with a microwave, small fridge and bench area to enable self-catering during your visit! A free BBq is available on-site for your convenience with tools at your request. Cook Strait Ferry passengers and any booking open 24 hours a day.

506 Reviews

7.7Good
Cleanliness
7.9
Staff
8.3
Location
7.7

What Guests Say

  • “Easy contactless check-in when we arrived late at night. Located right along main road but not too noisy.”
  • “Friendly greeting when we arrived. Room size was very comfortable compared with many other studio spaces I’ve stayed. Bathroom and…”
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Top Amenities

  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible Rooms / Facilities
  • Pets Allowed
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Twin Studio1/4

Twin Studio

259 sqft • 2 Single

  • Accessible toilet
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Carpeting
Queen Studio1/4

Queen Studio

259 sqft • 1 Queen

  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Carpeting
  • Coffee/tea machine
Double or Twin Studio1/4

Double or Twin Studio

259 sqft • 1 Single, 1 Queen

  • Accessible toilet
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Carpeting
King Studio1/4

King Studio

259 sqft • 1 King

  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Carpeting
  • Coffee/tea machine
Basic Triple Room1/1

Basic Triple Room

3 Single

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    What Guests Loved

    7.7
    Good

    Based on 506 reviews

    Location

    7.7

    Cleanliness

    7.9

    Staff

    8.3

    Overall Quality

    7.6

    Pros +

    • Easy contactless check-in when we arrived late at night. Located right along main road but not too noisy.
    • Friendly greeting when we arrived. Room size was very comfortable compared with many other studio spaces I’ve stayed. Bathroom and kitchen clean; kitchen supplied with appropriate items
    • Cute little motel - down the road from the main strip. Lovely staff.

    Cons -

    • On the edge of town. If coming from Christchurch it’s on the far side. There was traffic noise. It didn’t interfere with my sleep but be aware you’re on the main road.
    • Room smelt like Thai food and curtains are outdated / old
    • The unit could have been much cleaner, glasses and plates were dirty, the vanity was dirty and there was hair in the bottom of the shower.
    Business Traveler (39)Solo Traveler (110)Traveling as Couple (412)Family with Young Children (135)Family with Teens (3)Senior Traveler (3)Group Traveler (57)Total (774)
    9LilyPosted on: 1-19-2026

    Easy contactless check-in when we arrived late at night. Located right along main road but not too noisy.

    9KathleenPosted on: 1-19-2026

    Friendly greeting when we arrived. Room size was very comfortable compared with many other studio spaces I’ve stayed. Bathroom and kitchen clean; kitchen supplied with appropriate items

    On the edge of town. If coming from Christchurch it’s on the far side. There was traffic noise. It didn’t interfere with my sleep but be aware you’re on the main road.

    7EricaPosted on: 1-1-2026

    Cute little motel - down the road from the main strip. Lovely staff.

    Room smelt like Thai food and curtains are outdated / old

    8AnnePosted on: 10-10-2025

    The location for me was brilliant, close to the beach to take the dog for walks and close to hiking trails

    5YvettePosted on: 10-1-2025

    The bed was super comfortable, we had a very restful sleep after a long day of travelling. Despite being close to the road, traffic noise was not a problem through the night.

    The unit could have been much cleaner, glasses and plates were dirty, the vanity was dirty and there was hair in the bottom of the shower.

    7DiannaPosted on: 5-18-2025

    Comfy bed - nice bathroom showerPet friendly

    Very noisy - too close to the road.De-acceleration of trucks coming into town was very noise and I did not get any sleep.I did request a quite room but did not get one.

    10JorjaPosted on: 4-27-2025

    Location and easy going staff! Comfortable and quiet. Good to see others had dogs too!

    9ChristinePosted on: 4-26-2025

    The staff were fantastic. The room was huge. The bed was very comfortable.

    Mmm, nothing

    7ColinPosted on: 4-25-2025

    Clean, adequate kitchen good shower and comfortable bed

    Close to main road so a bit noisy but adequate for the price and one night stay

    5John1944Posted on: 4-8-2025

    Good for a one-night stop-over. Needed accessible bathroom, which was good.

    Couple of pieces of equipment didn't work. Meagre kitchen equipment.

    10WendyPosted on: 3-30-2025

    We were allowed to bring our dogs, which we appreciated. The bed was comfortable, although on the hard side (although this is the same for most hotel/motel beds) The sheets were lovely cotton. There was lovely new thick curtains in the front.

    They were trying out some new towels, but they were terrible. I HATE microfibre, it just moves the water around, It doesnt actually dry you. Also the door out to the back and the window beside it did not have any window coverings which meant it let the light in too early and it woke us up a lot earlier than we would have liked. I also believe this would be very cold once winter came along.

    8IainPosted on: 3-30-2025

    Breakfast not included Location good

    Great as a well priced location and its dog friendly!

    9JenniferPosted on: 3-12-2025

    Easy to find, ok for money - let staff know what needed attention and they appreciated that.Clean, comfortable.

    Minor fixable things we told staff/owner.

    10MichellePosted on: 3-9-2025

    Motel was great, bed very comfy.Baz the owner was very cheerful, gave us info on a place for dinner. He hit the nail on the spot. Thanks Baz

    8FionaPosted on: 3-7-2025

    Convenient area for travelling through

    Close to state Highway. A lot of truck/vehicle noise

    9SandiePosted on: 3-7-2025

    Staff very helpful when we had to change our arrival time. Excellent facilities and location was beautiful.

    9TealePosted on: 3-6-2025

    Location and price

    Cobwebs attached to open windows

    7PaulPosted on: 3-5-2025

    Staff were friendly, rooms were clean and tidy.

    The road noise.

    8HolliePosted on: 3-2-2025

    Well kept, clean, comfy bed. Host was exceptionally helpful and kind

    How far away it was from anything

    6JudePosted on: 3-2-2025

    Reasonably priced, big rooms.

    Just a bit out of town, close to road a bit of traffic/truck noise

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Free Parking
    • Accessible parking

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Daily disinfection

    Accessibility

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

    General

    • Pets Allowed
    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 3:00 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 allowed upon request. Charges may apply.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    Please note that pet(s) will incur an additional surcharge of NZD $20 per stay.

    Location

    Mediterranean Motel Kaikoura

    239 Beach Road, Kaikoura

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