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Mondello Kaikoura

3.0 star property

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A hotel room with a bed, a window with a mountain view, and a curtain.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a brown leather sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a potted plant.
A building with a flat roof and a large window, set against a backdrop of snow-capped mountains under a clear sky.
A room with large windows offering a view of snow-capped mountains.
A compact living space with a sofa, dining table, chairs, kitchenette, and a decorative plant.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
The current price is $76
$66 nightly
$76 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5

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29 Beach Rd, Kaikoura, Canterbury, 7300
  • Place, Kaikoura Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kaikoura District Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a desk area.

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a potted plant, and a wall-mounted TV.

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 222 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Spa Studio Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 222 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a table, and a balcony with a mountain view.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and two framed floral paintings on the wall.

One Bedroom Spa Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A compact living space with a sofa, dining table, chairs, kitchenette, and a decorative plant.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A compact living space with a kitchenette, a brown leather sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a potted plant.

Two Bedroom Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Kaikōura

A stay at Mondello Kaikoura places you in the heart of Kaikōura, within a 10-minute walk of Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum. .This motel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Kaikoura Beach and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Fyffe House.
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What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kaikoura Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Peninsula Walkway - 16 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Point Kean Seal Colony - 19 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Craypot - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Kaikoura Seafood BBQ - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Coopers Catch - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hiku - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Mondello Kaikoura

Mondello Kaikoura offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Accommodations at this 3-star motel have kitchenettes with stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Make yourself at home in one of the 12 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with stovetops and microwaves. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. 42-inch flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and free tea bags/instant coffee, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Featured amenities include express check-out, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Mondello Kaikoura Motel
Mondello Kaikoura Kaikoura
Mondello Kaikoura Motel Kaikoura

Mondello Kaikoura Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 346 out of 473 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 99 out of 473 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 473 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 473 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 473 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for a few days, location was an easy walk to town for dinner
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was conveniently located to the town centre and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, renovated well. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located, clean, easy check-in and check-out and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was larger, comfortable and had all the things we needed for our two night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size accommodation. Clean with good amenities. Perfect for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

clare

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful team, so helpful and kind - especially given our need for a very late checkin!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kameron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room with spa. Covenient location close to train station and Whale Watch.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very clean and reception staff were friendly and efficient. Short walk into town and parking space at the hotel which was very quiet even though it appeared to be full.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna H C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, powerful shower, excellent staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Very clean bathroom. Great water pressure in the shower. Comfortable bed. Handy to have the kitchen for breakfasts. Very quiet. Super friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommend. We will stay here again when next in Kaikoura.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linda S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice apartment Very clean. Staff helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Inna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were welcoming, the room was clean, and it was a great choice for a one-night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cleanliness and attention to detail.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious 1 bedroom apartment with 2 king beds (very comfortable). Well equipped kitchen. Parking right outside apartment. Helpful staff. Spotlessly clean. Short walk to town, beack & railway station.
Kaikoura bay
Kaikoura bay
Fyffe House
South Bay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely host. Great central location. Good standard accommodation with everything you need for an overnight stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was large and clean. The shower was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New management. Extremely helpful and friendly. I did stay here in December 2025, but found it a much better experience overall this time around. Excellent location. Very good value for money. Would definitely book here again if/when visiting Kaikōura.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clan and comfortable room. Pleasant check in staff. Good facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Clean and friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

10/10 Excellent

helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was fantastic . Clean and had everything you would need .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026