2.5 Star Hotel

Kapiti Gateway Motel

114 Main Road, Waikanae, New Zealand View Map

$95 nightly

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Kapiti Gateway Motel

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Just a 5-minute walk from the restaurants of Waikane, Kapiti Gateway Motel features studios and apartments with kitchen facilities. There is a seasonal swimming pool (Dec-March), a private spa pool and BBQ facilities. Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available. All rooms include heating, electric blankets, ironing equipment and cable TV. Full breakfast services and guest laundry facilities are available. Free car parking is provided and a children's play area can be found on site. It is a 2-minute walk to Waikanae Train Station, providing easy access to Wellington city center with views of Kapiti Island and Wellington Harbor along the way. Waikanae Beach and Nga Manu Nature Reserve are 5 minutes’ drive away. Inter-island ferries are 45 minutes' drive away.

414 Reviews

8.5Very Good
Cleanliness
9.4
Staff
9.7
Location
9.2

What Guests Say

  • “Friendly staff. Meets basic requirements.”
  • “I always try and stay here, clean, comfy and nice hosts. Very close walk to restaurants and takeaways and supermarket”
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Top Amenities

  • Swimming Pool
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible Rooms / Facilities
  • Pets Allowed
  • Hot tub/Whirlpool
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Superior Studio1/4

Superior Studio

248 sqft • 1 Queen

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  • Alarm clock
  • Barbecue
  • Bath or Shower
Two-Bedroom Apartment1/4

Two-Bedroom Apartment

474 sqft • 1 Queen or 2 Single or 1 Sofabed

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  • Alarm clock
  • Barbecue
  • Bath or Shower
Two-Bedroom Apartment with Bath1/4

Two-Bedroom Apartment with Bath

474 sqft • 1 Queen or 2 Single or 1 Sofabed

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  • Alarm clock
  • Barbecue
  • Bath or Shower
Queen Studio1/4

Queen Studio

227 sqft • 1 Queen

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  • Alarm clock
  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
Studio1/4

Studio

227 sqft • 1 Single, 1 Double, 1 Sofabed, 1 Double

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  • Alarm clock
  • Barbecue
  • Bath or Shower
Executive Studio1/4

Executive Studio

280 sqft • 1 Single, 1 Double

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  • Alarm clock
  • Barbecue
  • Bath or Shower

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    What Guests Loved

    8.5
    Very Good

    Based on 414 reviews

    Location

    9.2

    Cleanliness

    9.4

    Staff

    9.7

    Overall Quality

    8.8

    Pros +

    • Friendly staff. Meets basic requirements.
    • I always try and stay here, clean, comfy and nice hosts. Very close walk to restaurants and takeaways and supermarket
    • Convenient for getting to our Kapiti Island trip next morning. Clean and comfortable.

    Cons -

    • No concerns
    • Can’t think of anything I didn’t like.
    • There wasn't anything my husband or I didnt like.
    Business Traveler (56)Solo Traveler (95)Traveling as Couple (237)Family with Young Children (187)Family with Teens (1)Senior Traveler (4)Group Traveler (76)Total (594)
    9Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 10-12-2020

    Friendly staff. Meets basic requirements.

    10JoshuaPosted on: 2-18-2026

    I always try and stay here, clean, comfy and nice hosts. Very close walk to restaurants and takeaways and supermarket

    9MarilynPosted on: 2-15-2026

    Convenient for getting to our Kapiti Island trip next morning. Clean and comfortable.

    No concerns

    10HelenPosted on: 2-13-2026

    Clean, spacious room; conveniently located. Friendly and obliging staff.

    Can’t think of anything I didn’t like.

    10SashaPosted on: 2-8-2026

    Very friendly hosts. Was not expecting our room to be cleaned after our first night but that was nice to have everything freshened up. Host was very helpful with advice of the area.

    There wasn't anything my husband or I didnt like.

    10ClarePosted on: 1-25-2026

    Friendly welcome. Great location. Very clean . Had everything we needed

    10SuePosted on: 1-24-2026

    Location - close to supermarket, resturants and food, and since we were there to go to an event at queen elizabeth park, just down the road. easy to find. good off street parking

    the step into the shower. when your down there for an ultra run - that step was scary getting into the shower and out.

    8MattPosted on: 1-19-2026

    Clean and tidy, a little bit dated but in great condition. Super friendly and helpful staffTo be expected for the price range.

    Near railway tracks, the noise of trains going past in the night could be annoying for light sleepers

    10FrancesPosted on: 1-12-2026

    Very clean and tidy, friendly staff and surrounding guests

    Nothing to dislike

    10AllisonPosted on: 1-11-2026

    The beds were so comfortable, plenty of space and very tidy. Absolutely would stay again. Very handy to where we needed to be

    We as older bigger sized woman struggled with the shower in the bath but that was the only issue

    9MPosted on: 1-7-2026

    The hosts were fantastic to deal with. Most comfy bed I've slept on in a motel or hotel fir a long time. It's an older motel but, very well looked after, and tidy. Pool was inviting. Great BBQ available for our use.

    I'm tall and the shower rose wasn't the highest, but a minor niggle. No problem for my wife though.

    10Sue72Posted on: 1-2-2026

    Very comfortable. Had everything I needed. Quiet, easy parking, great shower, good bedding, Two easy chairs - I was very happy with my choice.

    10RebekahPosted on: 1-1-2026

    Lovely owners who were so friendly and helpful. The rooms were spotlessly clean and had everything we needed.

    8AbdulPosted on: 12-31-2025

    Location and clean

    A bit old but caring owners

    10AngusPosted on: 12-29-2025

    Very hospitable hosts and flexible to our accomodation needs.The pool was awesome and our grandchildren loved that and the trampoline. Outdoor tables for dinner was nice. We will stay again and will book direct with the hosts next time.

    9CarolynPosted on: 12-28-2025

    Beautifully clean, easy to find and central location, friendly and helpful owners. Dog-friendly!

    10GrahamPosted on: 12-27-2025

    Great Location. Very comfortable beds. Friendly owners. Spotlessly clean. A bit retro - but well above average comfort and value.

    10NataliaPosted on: 12-27-2025

    I have a very pleasant experience while staying in the motel. Room, location, service, facilities, friendly owners are all great. I would highly recommended Kapiti Gateway Motel to everyone.

    9ToddPosted on: 12-27-2025

    The location of the Kapiti Gateway Motel suited us perfectly as we spent time with family in Waikanae. It is close to the New World (and Woolworths) for supplies, and had all the facilities we needed (though we spent most time with family). We knew we had a smaller room, though was more than sufficient for our time there. The hosts were very welcoming.

    We were a little concerned about noise being close to the railway (though that in itself is a bonus for transport!). However, while we noticed a couple, they did not disrupt our stay or sleep (as did not go through the night).

    9RobynPosted on: 12-17-2025

    Very comfortable. Great range of tv channels. Close to supermarket and eateries. Spacious.Very friendly management.

    Fittings were a bit tired.

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Swimming & Soaking

    • Swimming Pool
    • Hot tub/Whirlpool
    • Fence around pool
    • Kids' pool
    • Outdoor pool

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Free Parking
    • Accessible parking

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Daily disinfection

    Accessibility

    • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    General

    • Pets Allowed
    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

    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. Children of age 0 to 1 can stay with cot, subject to additional charges.
    PetsPets are allowed. Charges may apply.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    Please note that there is a 1% charge when you pay with a (Visa, Mastercard) credit card. Please note that pets will incur an additional charge of NZD 20 per day, per pet.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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    Kapiti Gateway Motel

    114 Main Road, Waikanae

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