Title: Lobster Inn Motel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Lobster Inn Motel Motel in Kaikōura with restaurant and bar/lounge ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108260000/108257500/108257496/7ee4c188.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Premium Two Bedroom Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108260000/108257500/108257496/0210e4ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Queen Studio | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108260000/108257500/108257496/8a53a3c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108260000/108257500/108257496/359bd82b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe King Studio | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108260000/108257500/108257496/4b3c681c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Consider a stay at Lobster Inn Motel and take advantage of laundry facilities, a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - Bar - Kitchen - Laundry - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant £81 includes taxes & fees 16 Dec - 17 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 3 - Dec 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=108257496&PinnedHotelID=108257496&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=108257496&PinnedHotelID=108257496&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 4 - Dec 5](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=108257496&PinnedHotelID=108257496&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=108257496&PinnedHotelID=108257496&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=108257496&PinnedHotelID=108257496&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=108257496&PinnedHotelID=108257496&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=108257496&PinnedHotelID=108257496&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=108257496&PinnedHotelID=108257496&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![Executive Studio | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108260000/108257500/108257496/4e736d0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Studio 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Heating Kitchenette Mini-fridge TV Private bathroom - 23 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Deluxe King Studio | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108260000/108257500/108257496/dad2ac44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe King Studio 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Heating Kitchenette Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Private bathroom - 45 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Premium One Bedroom Suite | Living area | TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108260000/108257500/108257496/217518d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium One Bedroom Suite ### Highlights Balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Heating Kitchenette Mini-fridge Flat-screen TV Private bathroom - 60 sq ft - Sleeps 5 - 1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds ![Deluxe Queen Studio | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108260000/108257500/108257496/90b3f4f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Queen Studio ### Highlights Balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Heating Kitchenette Mini-fridge TV Private bathroom - 50 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Premium Two Bedroom Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108260000/108257500/108257496/a6b39bae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Premium Two Bedroom Suite ### Highlights Balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Heating Kitchenette Mini-fridge TV Private bathroom - 65 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108260000/108257500/108257496/da2ea8bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Budget Studio 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Heating Kitchenette Mini-fridge TV Private bathroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKaikoura-Hotels-Lobster-Inn-Motor-Lodge.h108257496.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKaikoura-Hotels-Lobster-Inn-Motor-Lodge.h108257496.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-42.38926%2C173.67890&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=z2XiUo2UQmZY2VcxEfVLr_U6Lio=) 115 Beach Rd, Kaikoura, Canterbury, 7300 #### What's nearby - Kaikoura Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Kaikoura Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile - Kaikoura District Museum - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles - Peninsula Walkway - 8 min drive - 3.4 miles - Point Kean Seal Colony - 10 min drive - 4.0 miles #### Getting around - Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 100 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Whaler - ‬17 min walk - ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬3 min drive - ‪Cods n Cray - ‬4 min walk - ‪Coopers Catch - ‬17 min walk - ‪Cafe Encounter - ‬4 min drive ## About this property ### Lobster Inn Motel Property highlights Consider a stay at Lobster Inn Motel and take advantage of laundry facilities, a bar and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Free self-parking - A billiards/pool table and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at Lobster Inn Motel include thoughtful touches, such as separate sitting areas and separate dining areas, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi. 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Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Kitchenette - Microwave - Mini-fridge - Restaurant dining guides - Separate dining area ### More - Heating - Iron/ironing board on request - Laundry detergent - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### 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 8:00 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) ### 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 ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### 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 Lobster Inn Motel Motel Lobster Inn Motor Lodge Lobster Inn Motel Kaikoura Lobster Inn Motel Motel Kaikoura ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lobster Inn Motel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Lobster Inn Motel? > As of 3 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lobster Inn Motel on 16 Dec 2025 start from £80.93, including 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kaikoura-Hotels-Lobster-Inn-Motor-Lodge.h108257496.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Lobster Inn Motel? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Lobster Inn Motel? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Lobster Inn Motel? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Lobster Inn Motel located? > Situated in Kaikōura, this motel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum. Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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