Blue Seas Motel (Kaikoura, New Zealand)

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Blue Seas Motel - Kaikoura

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Overview

3-star beachfront motel in Kaikoura with mountain views and on-site adventure tour bookings

Amenities and Services

Blue Seas Motel has a tour desk that books whale watching, kayaking, swimming with dolphins or seals, helicopter rides, and 4-wheel-drive tours. The property offers BBQ facilities, a guest laundry, and free parking with accessible spaces. Each unit includes an outdoor patio, Samsung 55 inch Smart TV, and electric blankets.

Room Configurations

Accommodations at Blue Seas Motel Kaikoura range from studios to 1- and 2-bedroom apartments. All units have kitchenette facilities, outdoor patio furniture, and views of the sea or mountains. Selected studios include a spa bath, and large studios are available for groups.

Beachfront Location

Blue Seas Motel Kaikoura NZ sits on the beachfront across from the Pacific Ocean on the Esplanade. The property is a 20-minute walk to Kaikoura town center and a 5-minute drive to Kaikoura Railway Station. It occupies a quiet road away from main traffic with views of the Kaikoura mountains.

Local Activities and Attractions

Guests can book Kaikoura Whale Watching trips directly through the motel's tour desk. Other nearby activities include snorkelling with New Zealand Fur Seals and the Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway. The tour desk also arranges swimming with dolphins, kayaking, and helicopter scenic flights.

Family and Pet-Friendly Policies

The motel provides family rooms and two-bedroom apartments for groups. Pets are allowed, and the property has a picnic area and garden for outdoor use. The tour desk can help families book adventures such as swimming with seals or 4-wheel-drive tours.

Beachfront: Direct access across the road from the Pacific Ocean on the Esplanade
Accommodation: Studios, 1- and 2-bedroom apartments with sea or mountain views
Tour Desk: Books whale watching, dolphin swimming, helicopter rides, and 4WD tours
Activities: Snorkelling with fur seals, kayaking, and Peninsula Walkway nearby
Family: Family rooms, two-bedroom apartments, and picnic area available
Pet-Friendly: Pets allowed on the property

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 14:00-21:00

from 05:00-10:00

Amenities

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Other information

Breakfast

A full breakfast is served at the price of NZD 15 per person per day.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Building

Number of rooms:11

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Rooms and availability

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Large Studio

Max:

3 persons
Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Off-site parking lot

Baggage storage

24-hour services

Food/ Drinks

Picnic area/ Tables

Laundry

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Fishing

Services

Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

In-room breakfast
Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Garden area
BBQ facilities

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

Electric blankets

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about Blue Seas Motel

💵 Lowest room price	76 US$
📏 Distance to center	1.1 mi
✈️ Distance to airport	5.2 mi
🧳 Nearest airport	Kaikoura, KBZ

Location

Address

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222 The Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand, 7300

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222 The Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand, 7300

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Landmark

Ohau Point Seal Colony

1.3 mi

Landmark

Fyffe House

200 yd

Landmark

Dolphin Encounter

100 yd

Gallery

Art & Design Gallery

200 yd

Landmark

Whale Watch Kaikoura

1.4 mi

Landmark

Kaikoura Lookout

200 yd

Museums

Kaikoura Museum

200 yd

Landmark

Kaikoura Marine Aquarium

100 yd

Landmark

Kaikoura Coastal Track

200 yd

Landmark

Mayfair Theatre

200 yd

Landmark

Church and Hall

200 yd

Church

St Peter's Anglican Church

200 yd

Landmark

Peninsula Seal Colony

1.4 mi

Landmark

Point Kean Viewpoint

1.4 mi

Landmark

Racecourse Kaikoura

200 yd

Beach

Jimmy Armers Beach

1.1 mi

Landmark

Whale Whatch Kaikoura

200 yd

Landmark

BoardSilly Surf Adventures

200 yd

Landmark

Nga Niho Pa

200 yd

Landmark

ANZAC memorial

200 yd

Landmark

Seal Swim Kaikoura

1.1 mi

Landmark

Kaikoura Fishing Tours

200 yd

Race track

Kaikoura Track

200 yd

Landmark

St. Pauls Presbyterian Curch

200 yd

Landmark

Topspot Seal Swim

200 yd

Landmark

Fish Kaikoura

200 yd

Landmark

South Bay Reserve

2.0 mi

Landmark

Peninsula Walkway

2.8 mi

Koura Bay Fishing Charters

100 yd

Kaikoura Snorkeling Tours

100 yd

Restaurant

The Pier Hotel Restaurant

100 yd

Restaurant

Pier Hotel

100 yd

Restaurant

Green Dolphin

100 yd

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FAQ about Blue Seas Motel

What is the distance from the Blue Seas Motel hotel to Kaikoura city center?

Kaikoura city center is reachable within a 20-minute walk from the Blue Seas Motel hotel.

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the 3-star Blue Seas Motel?

You can visit Whale Watch Kaikoura, placed around a 25-minute stroll from the 3-star Blue Seas Motel or Seal Swim Kaikoura, which is 0.9 miles away.

Can we park our car at Blue Seas Motel hotel?

Yes, guests of Blue Seas Motel hotel can take advantage of complimentary private parking on site.

What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the Blue Seas Motel?

Guests of the Blue Seas Motel can check in from 2 PM to 9 PM and check out from 8 AM.

What are the booking prices at the Kaikoura motel?

The prices at the Kaikoura motel start from $67.

What payment methods are accepted in the hotel?

At the hotel, guests can pay using Visa, American Express, and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.

Which facilities are included in the rooms at the 3-star Blue Seas Motel hotel?

Each room at the 3-star Blue Seas Motel hotel includes an adjoining terrace and dining area as well as ironing facilities.

Are there any business facilities featured at the motel?

Yes, for business travelers the motel provides a photocopier and a work desk.