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    Anchor Inn Motel

    392 reviews
    #2 of 19 Hotels in Kaikoura
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    208 Esplanade | Cnr Margate Street, Kaikoura 7300, New Zealand
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    Overview
    4.5
    392 reviews
    • Excellent68%
    • Very good26%
    • Average4%
    • Poor1%
    • Terrible1%
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    208 Esplanade | Cnr Margate Street, Kaikoura 7300, New Zealand See on map
    AMENITIES
    Free Wifi
    Free Parking
    Breakfast Available
    Air Conditioning
    Beachfront
    Non-Smoking Hotel
    Kitchenette
    4 Star Hotel
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    Reviewed 21 February 2018 via mobile
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    A lovely place to spend time, even if on the day we arrived the weather was horrible. The hotel couldn't have been more helpful, giving advice and even arranging a table at a local pub/restaurant, complete with lift to and from (only 750m or so,...More

    Thank IanGBradford
    Response from anchorinnkaikoura, Owner at Anchor Inn MotelResponded 23 February 2018

    We are so glad you loved your stay with us. Thanks for coming our way. Safe travels thanks Lyn.

    Reviewed 16 February 2018 via mobile
    Well recovered from the quake

    The owners have done a wonderful job in restoring the Anchor Inn to such a good standard after the quake. The rooms are in top condition. The facilities are excellent and we had a very relaxing stay. Got some useful advice from Lyn on restaurants....More

    Thank DVPA
    Response from anchorinnkaikoura, Owner at Anchor Inn MotelResponded 18 February 2018

    LOL your so funny. Thanks for the great review. We have to do it this way or there will and has been trouble in the car parking area People just parking where they like NO, no not on my watch LOL. Thanks Lyn xx

    Reviewed 15 February 2018
    Perfect!

    Paul and Lyn were fantastic hosts. The location was perfect. We had room 2 which was fabulous, beautiful views, a great kitchenette, very spacious room with a comfortable bed and was spotless. We loved staying at this motel and hope to return to the Anchor...More

    1  Thank Sharee H
    Response from anchorinnkaikoura, Owner at Anchor Inn MotelResponded 17 February 2018

    Thank you so much for your lovely review. Look forward to seeing you again in our beautiful part of paradise. Safe travels home. Thanks Lyn n Paul xx

    Reviewed 13 February 2018 via mobile
    Stop over in Kaikoura

    We had a great stay in Kaikouras Anchor Inn. The room we got (No. 11) was large, a very comfortable bed, a bath with a window, very clean....everything good. May be the best room we had on a 4 weeks trip.

    1  Thank MarcelRocky
    Response from anchorinnkaikoura, Owner at Anchor Inn MotelResponded 15 February 2018

    So glad you had a lovely stay with us. Thank you for your great review. Safe travels home xx

    Reviewed 11 February 2018 via mobile
    Great rooms and location

    Stayed one night before heading to whale watching..Great hosts Paul and Lynne who where very helpful. Rooms were superb and faced the seafront: kitchens toilet and bedding particularly high quality. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Anchor Inn to anyone.

    1  Thank paulrichardson61
    Response from anchorinnkaikoura, Owner at Anchor Inn MotelResponded 13 February 2018

    Thank you for your lovely review. So happy you had fun. Safe travels thanks Lyn.

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    Free Parking
    Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
    Beachfront
    Hotel Amenities
    Free Parking
    Laundry Service
    Self-Serve Laundry
    Breakfast Available
    Room amenities
    Air Conditioning
    Microwave
    Refrigerator in room
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    US$111 - US$163 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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    #1 On the Beach Hotel in Kaikoura
    #1 Romantic Hotel in Kaikoura
    #2 Luxury Hotel in Kaikoura
    Room types
    Kitchenette, Non-Smoking Rooms, Accessible rooms
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    Price range
    US$111 - US$163 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    Hotel class
    Hotel Style
    #1 On the Beach Hotel in Kaikoura
    #1 Romantic Hotel in Kaikoura
    #2 Luxury Hotel in Kaikoura
    Room types
    Kitchenette, Non-Smoking Rooms, Accessible rooms
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    Art67
    16 December 2016|
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    Response from anchorinnkaikoura | Property representative |
    Our motel is opened again now. We Have our Garden View studios and our 1 bedroom only available. Kaikoura is back to being beautiful again
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    dawny212
    15 December 2016|
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    Response from anchorinnkaikoura | Property representative |
    Our why not café down town is beautiful. we are opened again woohoo
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    "beach views are awesome"
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    "Rooms opposite the seafront are a dream especially with the verandah opposite the beach."
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    "Get waterfront if available"
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    "Try for a room overlooking the sea - better than watching anything on TV"
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