Lobster Inn, Kaikoura Motel. This family operated motel has been the ideal location for many staying in Kaikoura and offers modern self sufficient rooms just minutes from the town center and all the Kaikoura attractions overlooking the Kaikoura Township, coast and mountains. Our 24 rm Kaikoura Motel is ideally located, and is adjacent to New World and Kaikoura's Harakeke shopping complex, an easy walk through to the cafe scene and novelty shops one mile away. We have comfortable studio rooms with tea/coffee facilities suited to 2 people for a one to two night stay, spacious delux studios with kitchenette, sleep 3, suited to a multiple night stay and one and two bedroom spacious family units with kitchenette for 4-5 people. Conference facilities on site. Ample parking including coach parking. Free unlimited fiber internet. Guest laundry on site. Look out for the Iconic Lobster on the next door Tavern/Restaurant.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
or
3 twin beds
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
3 twin beds
and
1 king bed
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
8.3
Location
8.6
Free Wifi
8.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Schulz
    Canada Canada
    Good location, fantastic staff, comfortable family room!
  • C
    Christine
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Always a pleasure to stay here. The owners cat even came in to our room for a visit😂😻
  • Matthew
    United States of America United States of America
    had a wonderful stay with a nice view and the staff was wonderful.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Lobster Inn Tavern
    • Cuisine
      European
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner

Amenities of Lobster Inn Motor Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • BBQ facilities
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Pool table
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Bar
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Baggage storage
    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Tour desk
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    • Business center
      Additional charge
    • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
    • Room service
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Safe
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Air conditioning
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practices

    This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Lobster Inn Motor Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Eftpos JCB American Express Cash Lobster Inn Motor Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Lobster Inn Motor Lodge in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

    Please note that pets are not allowed on this property.

    Please note that due to the recent earthquake, please allow sufficient travel time due to roadworks. For further information please refer to the New Zealand Transport Agency's website.

    Please inform Lobster Inn Motor Lodge 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.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

    FAQs about Lobster Inn Motor Lodge

    • Room options at Lobster Inn Motor Lodge include:

      • Studio
      • Apartment

    • Lobster Inn Motor Lodge has 1 restaurant:

      • Lobster Inn Tavern

    • The prices at Lobster Inn Motor Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Lobster Inn Motor Lodge is 0.8 miles from the center of Kaikoura. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, Lobster Inn Motor Lodge is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Check-in at Lobster Inn Motor Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Lobster Inn Motor Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Pool table
      • Tennis court
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Mini golf
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Walking tours