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Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

4.5 of 5
16-18 Churchill Street (State Highway 1), Kaikoura, New Zealand
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Blenheim, Marlborough, New Zealand
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9 reviews 9 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

A modern build so double glazed windows, decent and big bathroom were a plus. We had a single bedroom unit and there was plenty of room In the could-do-better department - put in decent, meaning stronger lighting. All motels do this, weak lights to save power bills. It just frustrates the user

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Farnham, United Kingdom
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

We were dubious at first about this place because of its location on the main road but we couldn't have been more wrong.We were probably about as far back as we could be from the road and we didn't hear a thing. The room was very spacious and clean, the decor very nice . Bathroom was superb.Very adequate cooking facilites... More

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Hawkes Bay, NZ
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

Stayed two nights over Easter...friendly hosts, easy down hill walk to town either via main road or short cut through reserve...but need to take a bit of care after dark as no lighting. Accomodation great, large clean new rooms. The shower is very strong but as wet floor shower the tiles are quite slippery... don't be put off though just... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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16 reviews 16 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013

We stayed here for one night in a Studio Room. Road noise not too noticeable if you kept the windows (double glazed) shut. You could take a shortcut to town by crossing the road and going down a fairly steep ramp, very handy. Owner told us about a great walk along the headland, it really was a stunning walk and... More

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Salleles-d'Aude, France
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57 reviews 57 reviews
26 hotel reviews
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

Stayed here for two nights and would liked to stay longer. Lovely accommodation - big main room with everything you need kitchen area, sofa and king size bed. The bathroom was just as impressive. Highly recommended. A bit of a walk to the town but acceptable.

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Palmerston North
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2013

Stayed here just one night on an overall journey from Palmerston North to Christchurch and although i just needed a bed to sleep of a migrain, this accomodation was well above expectation. The room was spotless and had everything i needed. The owners were lovely and really wanted to please. Last year i must have stayed in 30+ motels and... More

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Laval, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2013

We traveled Australia and New-Zeland for 5 weeks in October/November 2012 and stayed in many hotels.. The New-Zeland was the last part of that trip and we were on a tight schedule having only 11 days to tour the country. The Gateway Motor Lodge has been a surprise with the warm welcome from the owner and the quality of the... More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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3 hotel reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2013

We recently stayed the night in a 1 bedroom unit. We were really impressed by the cleanliness and large size of the rooms, the huge bathroom with spabath and how modern and comfortable the place was. There was no issue with road noise at all. The pool was loved by our kids, it was so warm and sheltered from the... More

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UK
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12 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2013

Recently spent 2 nights here with family. Excellent location, an easy walk from the town but not too close. We thought that traffic noise may be a problem due to the motel actually being on State Highway 1 but we heard no noise at all. The pool was lovely and clean and the rooms well appointed and spotless. The kitchen... More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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9 reviews 9 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2013

we just stayed for one night as we were there for a wedding, the man on the reception was very helpful with directions to the venues. the room was great with a spectacular view from the 2nd story, comfy beds, full kitchen, big in-room spa. really lovely stay

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Also Known As:
Kaikoura Gateway Hotel
Address: 16-18 Churchill Street (State Highway 1), Kaikoura, New Zealand
Region: New Zealand > South Island > Canterbury Region > Kaikoura
Amenities:
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#7 Family Hotels in Kaikoura
Price range (per night): RM315 - 372
Hotel Class:4.5 star (4.5*)
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