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Motel Lobster Inn Motel (formerly Lobster Inn Motor Lodge)

115 Beach Road, Kaikoura, 7300 (show map)

8.3

Very good

479 verified reviews

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Motel Overview

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 centre 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 kilometre 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 fibre internet. Guest laundry on site.
Look out for the Iconic Lobster on the next door Tavern/Restaurant.

Formerly Lobster Inn Motor Lodge

Before December 2024 Lobster Inn Motel was known as Lobster Inn Motor Lodge

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Budget Studio Queen and Single - enter dates to see room photos

This studio features 2 single beds, tea/coffee, breakfast making facilities and an ensuite with shower. Please note that extra beds cannot be accommodated in this room type. Please note that there is no kitchen or sink in this room.

Executive Studio - enter dates to see room photos

This studio features 1 queen bed, tea/coffee, breakfast making facilities and an ensuite with shower. Please note that extra beds cannot be accommodated in this room type. Please note that there is no kitchen or sink in this room.

Deluxe King Studio - enter dates to see room photos

This heated studio offers a TV with DVD player, kitchenette with cooking facilities, and a private bathroom with shower. You can request your preferred bedding configuration in the Special Request Box at the time of booking. Please note that the bedding configuration is not guaranteed and will be confirmed upon arrival, subject to availability.

Deluxe Queen Studio - enter dates to see room photos

This studio offers a kitchenette, a flat-screen TV and a balcony with views of the mountain. There is an en suite bathroom with shower.

Premium One Bedroom Suite - enter dates to see room photos

This unit offers a kitchenette and a dining area. The upper level unit has large bathroom with shower cubicle, while the lower level has shower with wet floor (suitable for disability access). You can request your preferred bedding configuration in the Special Request Box at the time of booking. Please note that the bedding configuration is not guaranteed and will be confirmed upon arrival, subject to availability.

Premium Two Bedroom Suite - enter dates to see room photos

This spacious unit overlooks the Kaikoura Mountain ranges. It has a kitchenette, a bathroom with shower, and a balcony area. You can request your preferred bedding configuration in the Special Request Box at the time of booking. Please note that the bedding configuration is not guaranteed and will be confirmed upon arrival, subject to availability.

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Facilities of Lobster Inn Motel

General
Free parking, On-site parking, Parking, Private parking, WiFi everywhere

Activities
Billiards, Canoeing, Fishing, Golf course (within 3 km), Hiking, Mini golf, Tennis court

Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi

Food & Drink
Bar, BBQ facilities, Restaurant, Room service

Front-desk/reception area services
Luggage storage, Safety deposit box, Tour desk

Cleaning services
Daily maid service, Laundry

Business facilities
Business centre, Fax/photocopying

Miscellaneous
Designated smoking area, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Heating, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout

Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Air Conditioning, Alarm clock, Balcony, Bath or Shower, Bathroom, Carpeted, Desk, Dining area, Dining table, DVD Player, Electric kettle, Flat-screen TV, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Heating, Interconnected room(s) available, Kitchenette, Kitchenware, Linen, Microwave, Mountain view, Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture, Patio, Radio, Refrigerator, Seating Area, Shower, Sofa, Stovetop, Toaster, Toilet, Towels, TV, View, Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock, Wardrobe/Closet

Last updated: 4 Jan 2025 - Update now

Hotel Policies

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From 14:00:00 hours

Check-Out
Untill 10:00:00 hours

Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.

Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

The fine print
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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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8.3

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Andrew

“Pretty good stay”

Sat, 04 Jan 2025

We had a downstairs twin room that was away from the main road. It was clean, comfortable and great location for our two night stay.

Owen Eoghan

“Very good”

Sat, 04 Jan 2025

Very clean rooms and quite spacious. Sofa very comfortable. House keeping was done daily. Lots of parking on site. Close to New World.

Ting

“Good”

Sat, 04 Jan 2025

Very friendly staff. Nice location, walking distance to New World.

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Motel Lobster Inn Motel (formerly Lobster Inn Motor Lodge)

115 Beach Road, Kaikoura, 7300 (show map)

Motel Overview

Formerly Lobster Inn Motor Lodge

Lock in a great price now and relax with our Price Guardian working for you

Rooms List

Budget Studio Queen and Single - enter dates to see room photos

Executive Studio - enter dates to see room photos

Deluxe King Studio - enter dates to see room photos

Deluxe Queen Studio - enter dates to see room photos

Premium One Bedroom Suite - enter dates to see room photos

Premium Two Bedroom Suite - enter dates to see room photos

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