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Alpine View Motel

3.0 star property
This seaside motel blends sun and relaxation, with nearby nature reserves and bicycle rentals for exploring the area.

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Alpine View Motel, by the sea, features 12 beach bars and a playground for families. Guests can enjoy the library or use the garden's barbecue grills. Past visitors consistently praise the attentive staff for exceptional service.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan

Room options

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Studio Room

Studio Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Suite, Mountain View

Standard Suite, Mountain View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (2 People)

Suite, 1 Bedroom (2 People)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (4 People)

Suite, 1 Bedroom (4 People)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Located in Kaikōura, Alpine View Motel is in the business district and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaikoura Beach and Peninsula Walkway, while Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Map
146 Beach Road, Kaikoura, 7300

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Kaikoura Museum - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Peninsula Walkway - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park - 11 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 137 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whaler - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kaikoura Seafood BBQ - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Encounter - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Alpine View Motel

Motel by the sea
Take advantage of 12 beach bars, a garden and a playground at Alpine View Motel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Barbecues, bike parking and a nature reserve
  • Bike tour information and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as separate dining areas, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and toasters
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Separate dining areas, cookware/dishes/utensils and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • 12 beach bars

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle tours
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Private wine tours

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

Alpine View Kaikoura
Alpine View Motel
Alpine View Motel Kaikoura
Alpine View Motel Motel
Alpine View Motel Kaikoura
Alpine View Motel Motel Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

Is Alpine View Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Alpine View Motel?

As of 16 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alpine View Motel on 21 Jan 2026 start from NZ$190.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Alpine View Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Alpine View Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM.

What time is check-out at Alpine View Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Alpine View Motel located?

Situated on the beach, this motel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Kaikoura Beach and Kaikoura Museum. Kaikoura District Museum is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) away.

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Reviews

Alpine View Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 250 out of 544 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 544 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 544 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 544 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 544 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay with friendly owners.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Immaculate clean unit.good beds, good size bathroom. Has a hob & cookware.handy to gas station & supermarket. and backs on to the beach, what more could you want!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kean Hong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and nice motel! Strongly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hosts were so friendly and helpful. Our room was clean and had everything we needed. Everything was in walking distance. We had a lovely stay, thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Amenities
Clean, very friendly hosts, great spot with access to the beach and track to walk into town
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great little motel with friendly staff.

Really great motel with good facilities to self-cater. Friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy easy access to town centre and good facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damiano

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property, clean and with all the comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel, spotlessly clean. Lovely rooms, beach access. Owners very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant and comfortable accommodation with very friendly and helpful management.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, cosy, clean, and affordable, access to beach
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and clean and warm rooms. All staff very friendly and helpful, will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was very helpful. It was well located.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We could not fault the accommodation - everything was perfect. Hosts were very friendly and informative.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly & helpful advice given when we arrived - The motel was fab!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Holiday stay

Room was excellent staff friendly from the time we arrived everything was on point couldn’t ask for anything more 10 out 10
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

PETER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Came well up to expectations. Staff very friendly ans helpful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tidy clean unit for the 5 of us. Would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of our team stayed here and loved it. Wonderful staff Thanks from Dave
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Found room comfortable clean staff friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

JANE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortabke. Host was very friendly, shared local knowledge with us.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value for money

Great place for a short or long stay.. Clean and comfortable. The staff were very helpful and friendly. Beach on your doorstep and an easy walk into town. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Firm bed and the shower was good. Still a comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vandini Parag

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean property, easy access to beach/sea line. Well maintained property
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024