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Mondello Kaikoura

3.0 star property
Motel in Kaikōura with free parking

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Mondello Kaikoura sits in the heart of town offering a genuine retreat from coastal adventures. Guests can relax in the garden or enjoy views from the welcoming terrace. The helpful staff and practical laundry facilities make stays here particularly comfortable.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is P6,345
P7,297 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2

Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Spa Studio Suite

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Spa Studio Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 21 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

View all photos for One Bedroom Spa Suite

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

One Bedroom Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Two Bedroom Spa Suite

1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Two Bedroom Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
29 Beach Rd, Kaikoura, Canterbury, 7300

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kaikoura Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Peninsula Walkway - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 9 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whaler - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cods n Cray - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Encounter - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Mondello Kaikoura

Motel in the city center
Consider a stay at Mondello Kaikoura and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
  • Furnished balconies or patios, kitchenettes, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in fee: NZD 20 for check-in between 10:30 AM and 11:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: NZD 20 for check-in between 10:30 AM and 11:30 AM

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Mondello Kaikoura Motel
Mondello Kaikoura Kaikoura
Mondello Kaikoura Motel Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

Is Mondello Kaikoura pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mondello Kaikoura?

As of Nov 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mondello Kaikoura on Dec 1, 2025 start from P 6,345.35, excluding 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?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mondello Kaikoura?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:30 AM– 11:30 AM for a fee of NZD 20.

What time is check-out at Mondello Kaikoura?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mondello Kaikoura located?

Located in the heart of Kaikōura, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Kaikoura Museum, Kaikoura District Museum, and Kaikoura Beach. Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Mondello Kaikoura Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 288 out of 399 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 399 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 399 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 399 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 399 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

RUTH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good apartment close to town centre
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and roomy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Anne-Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very basic, clean and comfortable. Easy walking to the main strip and whale watch. Wound stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property overall was very good for our purposes of somewhere warm, clean and tidy to stay. One thing I would change was the shampoo which seemed more like detergent rather than shampoo and caused my hair to go frizzy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tomiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to Whale watching
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

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

Great all round motel.

Could not fault the cleanliness. Top class.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandrina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impeccably clean, lots of space, extremely good value and friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly. Location is wonderfull
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great customer care services and great quality for the price paid
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

J B

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

Great stay. Excellent room & location

Great stay. Great comfy room. Lovely mtn view with afternoon sun. Excellent amenities. Handy location to main st so can easily walk from restaurants and shops.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good ammenities & lovely staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jagjit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall very good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Wonderful friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find, good information available at reception. Great to have 2 double beds in separate rooms. Enjoyed the spa bath
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Great motel in Kaikouro

Lovely motel in Kaikoura. Really easy walk into town with lots of shopping and eating options. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, great room and facilities.

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really smart, spacious and very well appointed place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location as eaay walk into town. Close to New World, petrol stations. While on main road, didntbrealky notice the traffic. Main rooms face the north so get all day sun streaming in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the city center and beaches
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room was close to the town centre.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nahum

Nice location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely comfirtable, clean, and little extras that were in the room
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unit was very well equipped for our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025