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    Anchor Inn Motel

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    208 Esplanade | Cnr Margate Street, Kaikoura 7300, New Zealand
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    1 room, 2 adults, 0 children12
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    4.5 408 reviews
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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
    4.5 Star accommodation
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    All reviewsacross the roadpier hotelsea viewspacious roomwhale watchinghosts were lovelyseal colonyearthquake damagefriendly welcomelovely viewa great place to stayquiet at nightsouth islandfantastic locationshort drivestayed one nightgreat room
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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS MOTEL

    Stayed here for the last two nights and couldn't fault it. It was very spacious, clean and comfortable with everything we needed. Unfortunately the weather was bad so we were unable to go whale watching but a very warm, cosy motel with lots of DVDs...More

    Thank Mary G
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Perfect location & very friendly host

    Relaxing vibe though units have bedrooms upstairs with toilet downstairs. Bit of road noise but clean modern though very basic units, close drive up to lookout and Pier Hotel for a lovely dinner (free quick courtesy bus). Coopers fish and chips for takeaway lunch is...More

    Thank Desley M
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    A wonderful weekend stay

    We decided to have a weekend stay in Kaikoura and were very happy with the friendly welcome, comfortable, clean and warm room with a beautiful ocean view. It was great to sit on the chairs outside the room and take in the view. We chose...More

    1  Thank NeilJAllison
    Response from anchorinnkaikoura, Owner at Anchor Inn MotelResponded 4 weeks ago

    We are so happy you had a lovely stay with us. I'll keep you to your word WE"LL BE BACK. So see you next time thanks Lyn.

    Reviewed 7 August 2018
    Great Service and a Luxurious Room With A Fab View

    We stayed in one of the sea-view rooms which was spotlessly clean, warm and inviting and the bed was superbly comfortable. We had everything we needed and the hosts were very accommodating. This motel has gorgeous views of the mountains and the sea and is...More

    Thank Tracey R
    Response from anchorinnkaikoura, Owner at Anchor Inn MotelResponded 8 August 2018

    Thank you for your lovely review thanks Lyn xx

    Reviewed 22 July 2018
    Stunning views and a very comfortable bed

    We had a seaside facing room that had been partially renovated to a good standard. The S/King bed was extremely comfortable and the kitchen was well equipped. The lady on reception is very dedicated to her job and appears fully committed to providing a high...More

    Thank Kiwis_in_Brit
    Response from anchorinnkaikoura, Owner at Anchor Inn MotelResponded 23 July 2018

    Thank you for your lovely review. On your next visit we hope to have all of our repairs finished from the earthquake thanks Lyn.

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    Amenities
    Top amenities
    Free Parking
    Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
    Beachfront
    Hotel Amenities
    Free Parking
    Wheelchair access
    Laundry Service
    Self-Serve Laundry
    Non-Smoking Hotel
    Breakfast Available
    Room amenities
    Air Conditioning
    Microwave
    Refrigerator in room
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    US$118 - US$185 (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$118 - US$185 (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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    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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    "Excellent views from front"
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    "Bay view recommended."
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    "Rooms out front have the sea views but are right on the road side"
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    "Rooms that face onto the Pacific"
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