Motel★★★
Blue Seas Motel
South Bay, Kaikōura, New Zealand
About Blue Seas Motel
Blue Seas Motel is a motel in South Bay, Kaikōura, New Zealand. It holds a 3-star rating. Guests rate it 9.1 out of 10 across 174 reviews. Facilities include spa, free parking, pets allowed. It is 1.5 km from the centre of Kaikōura. The nearest beach is 20 m away.
- Type
- Motel
- Star rating
- ★★★
- Check-in from
- 14:00
- Check-out until
- 10:00
- Rooms
- 13
- Floors
- 1
- Pets
- Pets allowed
- Other stays within 500 m
- 6
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How Blue Seas Motel scores
Better rated than 81% of hotels in Kaikōura
- Guest rating 9.1
- Location 6.2
- Beach access 10.0
Kaikōura average
Rating on Google
3.9/5
From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.
Amenities
SpaFree parkingPets allowed
Pool & wellness
- Spa
Food & drink
- Breakfast
Leisure
- Terrace
Internet
- Wi-Fi
Parking & transport
- Free parking
Services
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
In the rooms
- Balcony
- Coffee or tea maker
Policies
- Pets allowed
Based on the property listing at our booking partner.
Location
- Location score
- 6.2/10
- Walk grade
- 0/100 Car recommended
- Restaurants & cafés within 500 m
- 0
- Sights within 1 km
- 0
| Nearest beachKaikōura Beach | 20 m1 min walk |
|---|---|
| Distance to the centreKaikōura | 1.5 km24 min walk |
Sights nearby
- Kaikōura Star1.5 km
- Kaikoura Museum1.5 km
Weather in Kaikōura
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Questions about Blue Seas Motel
How do guests rate Blue Seas Motel?
Blue Seas Motel has a guest rating of 9.1 out of 10 from 174 reviews, which is better than 81% of rated hotels in Kaikōura.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Blue Seas Motel?
Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 10:00.
Does Blue Seas Motel include breakfast?
Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.
Is there parking at Blue Seas Motel?
Yes, the listing mentions free parking.
Is Blue Seas Motel close to the beach?
The nearest beach is 20 m from the hotel.
How many rooms does Blue Seas Motel have?
Blue Seas Motel has 13 rooms on 1 floors.
Are pets allowed at Blue Seas Motel?
The listing says pets are allowed. Contact the property for size limits and fees.
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