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Lobster Inn Motel

3.0 star property
Motel in Kaikōura with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Property grounds
Reception
Deluxe Queen Studio
Deluxe King Studio
Premium Two Bedroom Suite

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

Explore the area

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115 Beach Rd, Kaikoura, Canterbury, 7300
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura District Museum
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Peninsula Walkway
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Studio

Executive Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe King Studio

Deluxe King Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium One Bedroom Suite | Living area

Premium One Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Queen Studio

Deluxe Queen Studio

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
  • 5 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Two Bedroom Suite

Premium Two Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
  • 6 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Budget Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Kaikōura

At Lobster Inn Motel you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Kaikoura Beach and 2 km (1.2 mi) from Kaikoura Museum. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .For a drink, you can stop by the motel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Kaikōura motel include Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Golf Club.
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What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Fyffe House - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Peninsula Walkway - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 10 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whaler - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cods n Cray - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Lobster Inn Motel

Motel in Kaikōura with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Kaikōura motel.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Lobster Inn Motel offers 24 accommodations with a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Accommodation at this 3-star motel has kitchenettes with stovetops, microwaves, separate dining areas and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). An iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laundry detergent
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Lobster Inn Motel Motel
Lobster Inn Motor Lodge
Lobster Inn Motel Kaikoura
Lobster Inn Motel Motel Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Lobster Inn Motel?

Lobster Inn Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Lobster Inn Motel?

As of 27 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lobster Inn Motel on 1 Nov 2025 start from AU$173.23, 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.

Is parking available at Lobster Inn Motel?

Yep, Lobster Inn Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Lobster Inn Motel?

Yep, Lobster Inn Motel is a short 17-minute walk from Kaikoura Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing.

What makes Lobster Inn Motel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Lobster Inn Motel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lobster Inn Motel?

No, Lobster Inn Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Lobster Inn Motel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lobster Inn Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Lobster Inn Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Lobster Inn Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 21 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Lovely and clean, and quite. Close to supermarket, beach and town centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice warm room Comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Philip, Seattle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed with family in a 1-bedroom unit. Configuration is two single beds in a separate bedroom, and a double and a single in the main room. This room was in the rear of the property so away from the main road and so we weren't bothered by any noise from the road. The room was tidy, clean, and with lots of space. Good TV options. The only thing missing is that without net curtains on the front door and windows keeping the place private requires having the main curtains closed which makes it quite dark inside. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Julia

We needed to cancel this booking as realised it was not dog friendly .The person I phoned was rude and unhelpful until I advised her the booking detail gave me the number as a contact . I would advise any bookings to not include Bank Details as I am now concerned my booking was not cancelled at Expedia and I have been billed . The person.m
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time we have stayed here. Found it to be very clean and tidy and well organised. Very friendly. Would stay there again, definitely.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

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

Can't go wrong

Great accomadaton. Clean, Comfortable Close to beach and supermarket Lovely reception Girls loved meeting Sadie the cat.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lois

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

Great value for a restful night’s sleep

Great value in a recently remodeled, very comfortable motel, about five minutes drive from town center and two block walk from the ocean. Manager extremely responsive to our every request and tips for the best restaurant (Pier Hotel) serving crayfish, a local favorite, including getting a great table with a view. The rooms face the parking lot, but the price saving over waterfront view hotels more than paid for our upscale dinner. Kaikoura has a great seaside vibe and just enough to do without being overcrowded. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Winston

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
It was spacious for 4 people. Wifi was not good. Overall happy with the venue.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Wei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

MARTIN JOHN

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

2 night stay

Comfortable large, clean room. Very friendly staff. Room well equipped. Bed comfy. Great location, opposite supermarket
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Hyekyung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

c

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, convenient, peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jukka

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025