Name: Sails Motel
Address: 134 Esplanade, Kaikoura, NZ

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Guest scores & sentiment

From 76 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-22

Guests consistently praise the excellent location near the beach and town, comfortable beds, spacious rooms, and helpful staff. Main complaints focus on the narrow, overgrown driveway that risks vehicle damage, dated interiors requiring renovation, and occasional maintenance issues like poor drainage, odors, or faulty equipment. Overall positive but needs upgrades.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Wi-Fi9.9

Service9.0

Location9.0

Cleanliness8.9

Value8.8

Rooms8.7

Facilities8.3

Surroundings8.2

＋ PraisedConvenient location · Quiet and private · Well-equipped facilities · Comfortable beds

－ ComplaintsNarrow driveway access · Inadequate maintenance · Difficult TV operation · Missing amenities or cold room

KEYIdeal for travelers seeking a quiet coastal getaway. Drive small cars carefully due to the tight driveway, expect rustic charm over luxury, and verify amenities upon arrival.

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Room types · 4

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Studio

2 × Twin bed / 1 × Queen bed50 ㎡up to 4

Guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster in the kitchenette. The studio also provides guests with a barbecue. The spacious studio provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 3 beds.

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Standard Studio

1 × Queen bed20 ㎡up to 2

Guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster in the well-fitted kitchenette. The studio also provides guests with a barbecue. The studio provides a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Standard Studio

1 × Queen bed20 ㎡up to 2

Guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster in the fully equipped kitchenette. The studio also provides guests with a barbecue. The studio provides a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Standard Studio

1 × Queen bed20 ㎡up to 4

Guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster in the well-fitted kitchenette. The studio also features a barbecue. The studio offers a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.

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Facilities · 29

All facilities & services listed by the hotel (aggregated across sources).

Offsite parking discounted rates availableFacilities for disabled guestsParkingOutdoor furnitureStaff adhere to local safety protocolsCleaning standards that are effective against CoronavirusPhysical distancing rules followedHand sanitizer in guest room and key areasCashless payment availableFire extinguishersFirst aid kit availableContactless check-in/check-outGuests can opt-out any cleaning services during staySmoke alarmsShared stationery like menus, pens are removedGuest room sealed after cleaningKey accessAccess to health care professionalsFace masks for guests availableInternet accessJapanese gardenOffsite parking discounted rates availableSecured parkingSelf parking (surcharge)Beach toysFree wired internetHousekeeping on requestNon-smoking roomsWheelchair accessible

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Nearby & map

Sights

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Kaikōura Peninsula

nature

peninsular mountain on New Zealand's South Island

1.6km

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Click a row to locate it · distances are approximate. Data from Overture / Michelin / Wikidata.