Alpine View Motel
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Alpine View Motel

146 Beach Road State Highway 1, Kaikoura 7300 New Zealand
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#9 of 11 motels in Kaikoura
3.9 of 5 bubbles
Location
3.8 of 5 bubbles
Rooms
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Value
4.3 of 5 bubbles
Cleanliness
4.2 of 5 bubbles
Service
3.9 of 5 bubbles
Sleep Quality
We warmly welcome you to Alpine View Motel situated in a lovely garden setting situated next to the beach with our very own beach access ― ideal for a lovely evening walk or if you want to try your hand at surf casting. Our desire is to ensure your stay is both comfortable and memorable. All 12 apartments are ground-floor, with parking outside your door. We have a range of apartments from studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom family apartments. All are fully self-contained and serviced daily. All are spacious and away from the road in a lawn and garden setting.We proudly received 3rd Place in (November's 2011) the Commercial Section of the Kaikoura Garden Competition.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Beach
Fishing
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Self-serve laundry
Wifi
Paid wifi
Non-smoking hotel
Room features
Seating area
Sofa
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Kitchenette
Microwave
Flatscreen TV
Electric blanket
Bath / shower
Refrigerator
Kitchenware
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
Star ratings are intended to indicate the general level of features, amenities, and services to expect. This property is classified according to Giata.
3.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Budget
Mountain View
Languages Spoken
English

Location

146 Beach Road State Highway 1, Kaikoura 7300 New Zealand
Getting there
Car recommended
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Grade: 48 out of 100
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Christchurch Intl Airport
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Theresa D wrote a review Mar 2024
Perth, Australia
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Everything you need for a home away from home stay is provided at the Alpine View Motel Kaikoura.
Great location with some good shops including New World walking distance
TV is easy to use, bed is comfortable, guest laundry is well priced and you have private access to the beach. Kitchen very well set up with good sized fridge and salt and pepper! As well as quality tea and coffee
Hosts are very friendly and helpful
One storey property and parking by your door
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Date of stay: March 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Lorraine M wrote a review Mar 2023
Basking Ridge, New Jersey
4.0 of 5 bubbles
This is a comfortable and clean motel. We had a “superb ocean view” room and our large glass screen doors did indeed give us an awesome view of the mountains and the ocean. It is a short drive into town but if you want to run to the seal colony or walk to the Pier Hotel for a great meal it is well placed. The free DVDs are also a nice touch.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Don’t expect to be able to check in earlier than 3pm
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andreasam91 wrote a review Jan 2025
Auckland Central, New Zealand
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Without infamy without praise, a simple motel like so many others we took only because it was the only one that would leave us the keys even if we arrived late at night. Room ok clean although in the fridge we found ice cream of previous guests. Nothing special even if the room is a bit old. Large parking lot
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Date of stay: January 2025Trip type: Travelled solo
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LynleyAS wrote a review Aug 2020
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Staff (owners?) very friendly and helpful, and our unit was very clean, roomy and comfortable. Good value - was surprised by how expensive accommodation is in Kaikoura. Bit disappointed to find when we arrived, an at the gate price advertised lower than we had paid on booking.com - may be to ring and check first. Location is fine if you have a car. No view but close to the beach. Quite a lot of traffice noise at night (trucks off the ferry coming through on the main road?) and also a train overnight. A limit on internet (although more than we needed) and kept dropping and had to reenter password each time we came back, which is unusual in accomodation these days.
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Date of stay: August 2020
3.0 of 5 bubblesValue
3.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
Room Tip: Choose a unit away from the road if you are worried about road noise (which is closer to the sea)
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Mila A. wrote a review Oct 2020
Auckland, New Zealand
2.0 of 5 bubbles
We booked via expedia and I made a mistake to have my children booked but without their ages. When I came to pay they requested that I pay $40 for each child with took the booking to NZD 200/night! (you can get much much better places for that money in Kaikoura during Spring). My expedia booking said "Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom (4 People)".

The place was overall clean, but all kitchen utensils were very dirty. There was butter and pieces of squashed muffins on several plates. Wine glasses and silverware equality dirty. We had to clean everything ourselves.

We also found a lamp which had the cable stripped in a 1cm section. The lamp was plugged in a multiplug which made it even more dangerous as the kids plugged their electronics next to that stripped cable and could have touched it. When my husband brought the lamp to the reception and showed it, the staff did not apologize or though it was dangerous to have the cable stripped.
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Date of stay: September 2020
2.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
3.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
1.0 of 5 bubblesService
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Raymond Faulkner wrote a review Oct 2021
Wellington, New Zealand
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3.0 of 5 bubbles
Location, amenities, room setup is good and functional. They took my booking and assisted with a very late checkin (after 8pm when the office closes). You can park close to the roon which is handy. Downsides are view from kitchen and bathroom uis terrible, petrol station and public bathrooms, price is high for holiday stop, I suggest to choose something on the Esplanade if holidaying. Beds are too soft for us as a couple (Im a 120kgs, my wife is 50kgs) but thats a personal preference. In a nutshell, good for a stop if passing thru, but spend more time looking if you want an experiance.
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Date of stay: October 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Look at Esplanade accomodation for a holiday.
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Travel49069806393 wrote a review Apr 2023
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Well appointed and clean motel. Arrived at Easter to find a special gift of Easter eggs in the fridge which the family loved. Very happy to provide extra linen and free washing powder for the washing machine. Nice and close to the beach and supermarket just down the road.
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Date of stay: March 2023
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
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Brian Ambrose wrote a review Aug 2021
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Lyn and Garry must get a lot of customers from the interisland ferries because they don't seem to mind what time you have to arrive. Even really late, one of them is there to hand welcome you and over the key. The units are very tidy, with really comfortable beds and linen and a good shower. Highly recommended.
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Date of stay: August 2021
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Room Tip: They are all good rooms, with parking right outside.
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adflanagan wrote a review Jan 2020
Loudon, Tennessee
4.0 of 5 bubbles
This is a very satisfactory hotel, however the standards and amenities are at the very basic level. For example, there was no closet, only a provision for hanging clothes under the TV shelf. The TV was a 32" model. Overhead fixtures were basically an exposed standard single bulb with a glass sconce. This property seemed to be newer, perhaps rebuilt after the recent earthquake. There is direct access to the beach, however it is a beach of gravel, not sand.
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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ThereseMac wrote a review Jan 2020
Sydney, Australia
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Staff here are excellent.
Accommodation is clean and comfortable.
Great access to the beach and of course views of the mountains.
It is close to the train line - heavy sleepers wont notice but lighter sleepers may.
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Date of stay: January 2020
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
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John v asked a question Jan 2019
Paraparaumu, New Zealand175 contributions11 helpful votes
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Vibe F wrote a tip Apr 2024
Cromwell, New Zealand6 contributions2 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"I believe the train goes past the motel bit we didn't experience it but doubt it wud be a bother.. "
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tonyandwendy2016 wrote a tip Jul 2023
Nelson, New Zealand24 contributions5 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"A lovely retreat, if you are lucky enough to be retired, and able to book mid-week"
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Lorraine M wrote a tip Mar 2023
Basking Ridge, New Jersey38 contributions8 helpful votes
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"Don’t expect to be able to check in earlier than 3pm"
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Raymond Faulkner wrote a tip Oct 2021
Wellington, New Zealand127 contributions5 helpful votes
3.0 of 5 bubbles
"Look at Esplanade accomodation for a holiday."
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Brian Ambrose wrote a tip Aug 2021
4 contributions1 helpful vote
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"They are all good rooms, with parking right outside."
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PRICE RANGE
$126 - $166 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
New ZealandSouth IslandCanterbury RegionKaikoura
NUMBER OF ROOMS
12
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Frequently Asked Questions about Alpine View Motel
Which popular attractions are close to Alpine View Motel?
Nearby attractions include The Emporium (1.0 km) and Maori Leap Cave (0.9 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Alpine View Motel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and reduced mobility rooms.
Which room amenities are available at Alpine View Motel?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Alpine View Motel?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Alpine View Motel?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Alpine View Motel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Simes Kitchen, Beach House Cafe, and Cods and Crayfish.
Are there any historical sites close to Alpine View Motel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Fyffe House (4.0 km).
Is Alpine View Motel accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.
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