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8.2

459 reviews

Lobster Inn Motel

Lobster Inn Motel

115 Beach Road, Kaikoura, 7300, New Zealand

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Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Tennis court

Tour desk

Bar

Lobster Inn Motel

Lobster Inn Motel is a 4-star retreat in Kaikoura, New Zealand. The address is 115 Beach Road, located about 1.9mi from the city center. With 459 reviews backing it, this stay offers a well-trodden option for travelers. Minimum price: not listed.

Amenities shine with a restaurant, a bar, and room service, plus free private parking and free Wi-Fi. Non-smoking rooms come with air conditioning, and many units feature a balcony or patio with a mountain view. Kitchen essentials—kitchenware and a kitchenette—meet practical needs, while a picnic area and free toiletries add thoughtful touches. On-site parking is free, and tennis (free), golf (extra charges), and mini golf (extra charges) are available.

Relaxing moments come from a balcony with a mountain view and a sunny patio, while the tour desk helps map out day trips. With the address at 115 Beach Road and free on-site parking, this Kaikoura stay blends convenient perks with a laid-back coastal vibe.

Kaikoura's coastline sets the scene for a 4-star retreat at 115 Beach Road, about 1.9mi from the city center. The vibe blends easy coastal convenience with comfortable, well-equipped spaces that welcome both explorers and downtime seekers.

On-site dining comes with the Lobster Inn Tavern, offering European-inspired dishes, plus a bar and room service. Free private parking and free Wi-Fi keep things simple, while non-smoking rooms with air conditioning ensure comfort; many units open to a balcony or patio with mountain views. Kitchen essentials—kitchenware and a kitchenette—make longer stays practical, and a picnic area plus free toiletries add thoughtful touches. For activities, tennis is free, with golf and mini golf available for a fee; a tour desk helps map out day trips.

Payment is accepted in Cash, Mastercard, Visa, and Eftpos. A varied selection of room types is available, including Studio Premium, Premium Suite (1 Bedroom), Deluxe Studio, Executive Studio, Studio Twin, and 2 Bedroom configurations. This mix keeps things flexible for solo travelers, families, and groups seeking a coastal Kaikoura base.

Closest airports

Kaikoura Aerodrome

2.2mi

Woodbourne Airport

61mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Tennis court

Tour desk

Bar

Parking On Site

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Picnic area

Balcony

Free toiletries

Rooms

Premium One Bedroom Suite in Lobster Inn Motel

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Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom

1 King Size Bed

3 Twin Beds

645 sqft

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Kitchenware

Microwave

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x5

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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.

Deluxe King Studio in Lobster Inn Motel

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Deluxe Studio, King Size

1 Twin Bed

1 King Size Bed

3 Twin Beds

485 sqft

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Kitchenware

Microwave

+

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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  in Lobster Inn Motel

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Deluxe Studio, Queen Size

1 Twin Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

540 sqft

Mountain view

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Balcony

+

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

Premium Two Bedroom Suite in Lobster Inn Motel

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Premium Suite, 2 Bedroom

1 King Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

700 sqft

Mountain view

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Balcony

+

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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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Executive Studio, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

250 sqft

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

+

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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.

Budget Studio Queen and Single  in Lobster Inn Motel

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Budget Studio, Queen Size, Single Use

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

250 sqft

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

+

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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.

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Budget, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

+

More details

Executive Studio in Lobster Inn Motel

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Executive Studio, 1 Twin Bed

1 Twin Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

250 sqft

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

x3

More details

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Executive Studio

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

x5

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x3

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Premium, Triple

1 King Size Bed

x3

+

x4

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Studio, Twin

1 Twin Bed

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Studio, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

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Guest reviews

8.2

459 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Stella

8.2

August 2025

We stay here solely because of the pub which we love we can walk to it from our room

We have stayed here numerous times over the years the rooms are nice and clean and comfortable but rather small no complaints about that when they were cheaper and I do realize everything has got dearer but this motel more so than others have also noticed it's not so busy anymore maybe some winter deals to get people back 😊 there are deals everywhere in winter and we explore them all

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Nicole

8.2

January 2025

Good value for the price! This is a good location if you’re staying in Kaikoura and have access to a car - not right in the midst of things but within walking distance to the beach and a short drive to restaurants, shops, and all the major sights. Staff were kind. Plenty of parking on-site. The on-site restaurant was actually really good and reasonably priced! We were pleasantly surprised.

Did not feel very private. Rooms were pretty basic but met our expectations based on the price point.

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Gillian

8.2

February 2024

Large well equipped unit. The kitchen had everything we needed and we could get more supplies when needed. Comfortable bed. The balcony sitting out area had lovely views of the mountains. Even though it was on the roadside there was very little road noise. Only 1km into the main town with plenty of places to eat close by including a New World supermarket. Laundry was cheap $2 per wash and $2dry and you can hang clothes out if you prefer. There is a bbq area we didn’t use it.

Nothing it had everything we needed for a 3 night stop.

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Irine

8.2

January 2025

It was conveniently located and car park is in front of your room, which makes it a breeze to unload your stuff. The reception was largely responsive and attended to all our questions in a patient and professional manner. There was also a resident restaurant which served great food.

We wish to have some nice view overlooking the balcony of our room. It was overlooking some sort of an area for campervan.

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Andrew

8.2

January 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.

The second night we got some noise from the Lobster tavern which is part of the same complex. A few lads pissed and loud which was a bit annoying.

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Philip

9.1

March 2025

Great location. Receptionist/ live-in manager very helpful and went out of her way to loan us her own airier for our washing. Restaurant/ bar on site very convenient and good food.

Having to do kitchen washing up in bathroom sink.

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Angela

8.2

March 2025

Lovely big room with balcony and everything you need, comfy bed and very little noise from neighbouring rooms

The Wi-Fi was very poor, on the main route so quite noisy for traffic at times, ear plugs worked a treat

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Owen

8.2

January 2025

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

Bathroom fan a bit noisy at night, mattress a bit uncomfortable for me,

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Neil

10

February 2024

great room everything all good

at the bar which is owned by the rooms, there was a huge difference between how the locals were treated and the visitors,ie raffles, we could not buy one, i have been there the last 4 years at the same date (the past 3 years no worries )but this year, na treated like crap

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Jeewandara

8.2

December 2024

Clean, tidy and great location.

Just the shower was positioned really low in the bathroom. It was only just 5ft in height (feel it’s really low to be positioned) and my husband is 6.3ft in height ! That explains :D

Points of Interest Around Lobster Inn Motel

Airports

Kaikoura Aerodrome

2.2mi

Woodbourne Airport

61mi

Restaurants

Lobster Inn Tavern

Cuisines

  • European

Amenities of Lobster Inn Motel

Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Tennis court

Tour desk

Bar

Parking On Site

Mountain view

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Picnic area

Balcony

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Lobster Inn Motel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property