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Kapiti Gateway Motel

2.5 star property

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A hotel room with two beds, a small table with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outside.
A room with a sofa, a dining table, a kitchen area with cabinets, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.
A room with a white desk, a framed painting on the wall, and a staircase leading to another room.
A compact kitchenette with a microwave, toaster, and small refrigerator.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is $114
$99 nightly
$114 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14

Explore the area

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114 Main Road, Waikanae, 5036
  • Place, Southward Car Museum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Waikanae Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Nga Manu Nature Reserve
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kapiti Coast Airport (PPQ)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Studio

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, a kitchenette, and a view of the outside.

Superior Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Two single beds with white linens and red pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and a red curtain on the wall.

Executive Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 281 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a grey sofa, a small table with a lamp, and a window with a view of the outside.

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 221 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a small table with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Studio, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 221 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A living room with a grey sofa, a grey armchair, and a grey ottoman. There is a window with brown curtains and a white radiator.

Executive Apartment

  • 368 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A living room with a black leather sofa, a smaller black sofa, a small round table, and a blue curtain.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 474 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and two black pillows.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 474 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Waikanae

Located in Waikanae, Kapiti Gateway Motel is in the suburbs, within a 10-minute drive of Southward Car Museum and Nga Manu Nature Reserve. .This motel is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Waikanae Beach and 5.6 mi (9 km) from Paraparaumu Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Southward Car Museum - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Waikanae Beach - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Nga Manu Nature Reserve - 9 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Waimeha Domain - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Paraparaumu Beach - 13 min drive - 9.6 miles

Getting around

  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Salt and Wood Collective - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Novella - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Roastery Kapiti - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Olde Beach Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Passo - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Kapiti Gateway Motel

Kapiti Gateway Motel offers 14 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

A seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 14 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a hot tub and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.
Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.
Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: NZD 16 per person

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1975
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: NZD 20

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of NZD 25 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 16 per person
  • Pet fee: NZD 25 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 20
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per night

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
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
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision

Property class

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

Property is also known as

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Kapiti Gateway Motel Waikanae
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Kapiti Gateway Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 253 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 253 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 253 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 253 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 253 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

A very well run traditional Kiwi motel. Great location in Waikanae too.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable and well appointed room for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well kept, enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
location being close to railway is a big plus for me and ameties are excelent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Very clean and tidy. Would definitely stay again and I would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff, location, easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

B A M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was able to check in 1 hour early, staff helpful. Unit very clean and well appointed, would definitely like stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reviewed separately - everything was great about the Kapiti Motel. We were very happy & would absolutely recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Have been before, will definitely go again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Could not fault this motel really lovely owners
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
enjoyed it was close to everything just felt very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

S J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
An idea location. Checkin was easy, room clean and upgraded since last visit. Will come again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave

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

Great place

Great place to stay. Francis, my host, is a treasure!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caveman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place to stay for the weekend. very nice and friendly survive highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheyenne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very tidy, Francis and the other staff member we met were super friendly and wonderful. Francis was such a lovely person, made us feel very welcoming from the beginning :) Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, spacious room, comfortable bed, appreciated the biscuits and bathtub
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caveman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and survise. Rooms are very warm and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great management & staff , awesome facilities, highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly people! Very accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Amenities
Lovely couple manage/own this motel. Very helpful, friendly and nothing is a problem. Would suggest this place to anyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fabienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly host. We had an excellent stay at Kapiti Gateway Motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

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

Lovely Place

Very accommodating. We arrived sort of late in the evening and warmly welcomed and they organized our room for us. Lovely couple runs the place. Would happily stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caveman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful survise and well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025