Lobster Inn Motel

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Staff

9.1

Property highlights

About this property

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 8.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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

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Guests who stayed here loved

Mccauley
United States United States
“It seemed expensive, but the place was really nice. Our room seemed brand new so maybe they remodeled. The rooms were very large.”
Misimana
New Zealand New Zealand
“Excellent stuff, 😊😊😊😊 and location handy for travel, and the bar and restaurant are brilliant, highly recommend”
Schulz
Canada Canada
“Good location, fantastic staff, comfortable family room!”
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 United States
“had a wonderful stay with a nice view and the staff was wonderful.”
1959
United States United States
“The staff readily accommodated my early check-in request. At the conclusion of my stay they even drove me to the intercity bus stop in the town center. The independantly run on-site bar and restaurant was unexpectedly good.”
Piyush
South Korea South Korea
“rooms were clean and everything was arranged before we reached on Christmas Day, even though the office was closed that day.”
Sam
New Zealand New Zealand
“Awesome staff, comfortable beds was a Awesome stay”
Apryl
New Zealand New Zealand
“It was lovely and clean. Bed and pillows were super comfy. Pub had good food and staff were friendly. It's a good walk to the town. They have a curtesy van.”
Sam
New Zealand New Zealand
“beds so comfortable, service was awesome, great people”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Lobster Inn Tavern
  • Cuisine
    European
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner

Amenities of Lobster Inn Motel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

House rules

Lobster Inn Motel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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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 fees may apply.
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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 Motel 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).