Just a short walk from the shops, restaurants and attractions of Kaikoura, the Anchor Inn Motel overlooks the bay, surrounded by snow-capped mountains.
Modern in style, its handful of well-appointed rooms maximize the views over the ocean and provide a flexible option for your stay in the area. The property has an intimate, homely feel and provides a good range of amenities, ensuring you return to a comfortable base after a busy day spent exploring the great outdoors.
OUR OPINION:
Anchor Inn Motel offers wonderful value for money, with good facilities and stunning views of the ocean and mountains.
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The Anchor Inn Motel, Kaikoura
Rooms
Bright and modern, the self-contained units all have fully equipped kitchens, individually-controlled air conditioning and Sky TV, as well as DVD players. Guests can choose from king sized, queen sized or twin beds, and each unit has French doors leading out to a small outdoor seating area. The accommodation spans several categories, including Standard, Luxury and Executive Studios, with the latter two options offering views of the ocean and mountains. There are also more spacious one and two bedroom Family Apartments for up to four or five guests.
Location
The Anchor Inn has a great location on the waterfront, offering stunning ocean and mountain views. It's about a 25-minute walk from the 'whaleway' station and the shops and restaurants of Kaikoura town.
Food and drink
Whilst there isn't an on site restaurant, the Anchor Inn Motel is close to a good selection of restaurants in Kaikoura, and your accommodation comes complete with a well-equipped kitchen should you prefer to self-cater.
Families
Just opposite the Anchor Inn is a children’s playground and a public swimming pool. The one and two bedroom Family Apartments provide ample space for families of four or five, and the option to self-cater works well for families with young children.
Facilities and activities
Laundry facilities are available on site, as well as barbecue facilities and free parking. Wi-Fi is also available.
Tour ideas in Kaikoura
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Anchor Inn Motel as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
Alternative places to stay nearby
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can’t be bettered.
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Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you’re staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident’s eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area’s inhabitants.
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Dolphin Swim ![A pair of Hector's dolphins]()
Dolphin Swim
Dolphin Swim
This three-hour excursion is perhaps the best way in the world to swim with dolphins. Kaikoura attracts dolphins all year round, hugely increasing the chances of being able to get in the water with these incredible creatures.
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Maori Cultural Experience ![Traditional Maori Hongi Greeting]()
Maori Cultural Experience
Maori Cultural Experience
This memorable tour brings you close to the Maori community in Kaikoura in a way that is not possible elsewhere in New Zealand. You will spend the day with the family who introduce you to a culture which dates back over 800 years.
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Swim with Seals in Kaikoura ![New Zealand fur seals, Kaikoura]()
Swim with Seals in Kaikoura
Swim with Seals in Kaikoura
One of the best nature activities in New Zealand, swimming with wild New Zealand fur seals in Kaikoura is a truly unique experience.
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Kaikoura and nearby places
- Hanmer Springs 45 miles away
- Blenheim 64 miles away
- Picton 80 miles away
- Nelson 82 miles away
- Marlborough Sounds 90 miles away
- Christchurch 94 miles away
- Wellington 96 miles away
- Akaroa & Banks Peninsula 103 miles away
- Kahurangi National Park 107 miles away
- Abel Tasman National Park 110 miles away