Mondello Kaikoura sits in the heart of town offering a genuine retreat from coastal adventures. Guests can relax in the garden or enjoy views from the welcoming terrace. The helpful staff and practical laundry facilities make stays here particularly comfortable.
Located in Kaikōura, Mondello Kaikoura is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaikoura Beach and Peninsula Walkway, while Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are cultural highlights. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Kaikōura travel guide
Consider a stay at Mondello Kaikoura and take advantage of a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Free self-parking
Express check-out, luggage storage and tour/ticket information
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
42-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services and digital channels
Furnished balconies or patios, kitchenettes and microwaves
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
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Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchenette
Microwave
Restaurant dining guides
Tea bags/instant coffee
Toaster
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Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Free local calls
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Laundry detergent
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in fee: NZD 20 for check-in between 10:30 AM and 11:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Late check-in fee: NZD 20 for check-in between 10:30 AM and 11:30 AM
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.
Property is also known as
Mondello Kaikoura Motel
Mondello Kaikoura Kaikoura
Mondello Kaikoura Motel Kaikoura
Frequently asked questions
Is Mondello Kaikoura pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Mondello Kaikoura?
As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mondello Kaikoura on 23 Mar 2026 start from ₹12,492, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Mondello Kaikoura?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Mondello Kaikoura?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:30 AM to
11:30 AM for a fee of NZD 20.
What time is check-out at Mondello Kaikoura?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Mondello Kaikoura located?
Located in the heart of Kaikōura, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Kaikoura Museum, Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Beach. Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Reviews
Mondello Kaikoura Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Clean and conveniently located. Not flashy but was comfortable and cannot see any water from front as shown in pictures, but overall was a nice stay.
Linda
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
8/10 Good
Anton
21 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice and clean with views of the mountains from the upper rooms but on a noisy road, towels were a bit small compared to all other motels we’ve stayed at during our NZ trip. Not the fault of the hotel but house construction adjacent to it started work at 7:30am!
Room was very clean and spacious, amenities were all you needed.
The lady there was friendly and chatted with our apologising for the builders working next door
Paul
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ray
23 Jan 2026
The Mondello is a small Mom & Pop Family run motel. Within this context, I give them motel 5 stars. The room was clean and comfortable. The bathroom was updated with a newer shower stall. I did not seen any modern chain motels in town. From casual outside of observation, this seemed like one of the better hotels in town. There is no elevator to the second floor.
A clean, quiet room well presented. Only small problem was that the fridge froze most things even with the thermostat increased. Could do with a large bowl for mixing things and a draining rack to make stacking dishes easier. Otherwise perfect. Will definitely go back again.
Chose this property as it was close to the kaikoura whale tours and had a nice set up for a four person family. Bonus: our bathroom had a Jacuzzi tub.
Judy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
6/10 Okay
Anne-Rose
26 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very basic, clean and comfortable. Easy walking to the main strip and whale watch. Wound stay here again.
Anne-Rose
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alan
25 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room spotless. We had a separate bedroom which we didn't use. So plenty of room.
Spa bath was a nice touch.
Easy walking distance from Kaikoura town centre.
Great stay. Great comfy room. Lovely mtn view with afternoon sun. Excellent amenities. Handy location to main st so can easily walk from restaurants and shops.
Lovely staff who included a birthday gift and card which was a nice surprise . Good view in the distance. Room overlooks gravelled vacant land then mountains. Spacious and Very clean, bed comfortable.