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Sierra Beachfront Motel

2.5 star property
Beach hotel in Kaikōura with free parking

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Reception
Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Large Unit) | Living area
Standard Room (Twin Room) | Private kitchen
Reception
Front of property
Sierra Beachfront Motel offers a laid-back coastal escape with practical comforts. Guests appreciate laundry facilities, in-room WiFi, and barbecue grills for outdoor meals. The helpful staff consistently earns praise from those who have stayed here.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$118
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov

Room options

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Large Unit)

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Large Unit)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Room (One Bedroom Unit) | Terrace/patio

Standard Room (One Bedroom Unit)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room (Twin Room)

Standard Room (Twin Room)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Studio, 1 King Bed | Living area

Studio, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Kaikōura, Sierra Beachfront Motel is near 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.
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Map
160 Esplanade, Kaikoura, 7300

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Fyffe House - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Peninsula Walkway - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 7 min drive - 3.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whaler - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cods n Cray - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Sierra Beachfront Motel

Property highlights
Sierra Beachfront Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property and barbecues
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Sierra Beachfront Motel offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • LED TVs with premium channels
  • Full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves and cookware/dishes/utensils

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sierra Beachfront Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sierra Beachfront Motel?

As of 20 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sierra Beachfront Motel on 12 Nov 2025 start from NZ$118.48, 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 Sierra Beachfront Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sierra Beachfront Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Sierra Beachfront Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Sierra Beachfront Motel located?

With direct access to the beach, this Kaikōura hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Museum and Fyffe House. Peninsula Walkway and Kaikoura District Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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