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Kapiti Gateway Motel

2.5 star property

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Studio, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Executive Studio | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, DVD player

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
$109
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24

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114 Main Road, Waikanae, 5036
  • Place, Nga Manu Nature Reserve
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Waikanae Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Southward Car Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Paraparaumu (PPQ)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Studio | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Superior Studio

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Studio | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Executive Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 281 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 221 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Studio, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 221 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Apartment | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Executive Apartment

  • 368 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 474 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Bathtub | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 474 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

Kapiti Gateway Motel

Waikanae motel close to Nga Manu Nature Reserve
Along with a hot tub, this motel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a business center. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are onsite.
Kapiti Gateway Motel offers 14 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

A seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Kapiti Gateway Motel features a hot tub and a seasonal outdoor pool. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This motel offers access to a business center. This Waikanae motel also offers barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden.

Kapiti Gateway Motel has designated areas for smoking.

Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: NZD 16 per person

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1975
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: NZD 20

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of NZD 25 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 25.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 16 per person
  • Pet fee: NZD 25 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 20
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 25.0 per night

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Kapiti Gateway Motel Waikanae
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Kapiti Gateway Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 236 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 236 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 236 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 236 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 236 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rian

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Place

Very accommodating. We arrived sort of late in the evening and warmly welcomed and they organized our room for us. Lovely couple runs the place. Would happily stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annika

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fraser

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spa with trackside on the tv.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Security light going on and off all night was a real dog to put up with , otherwise very good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rian

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly people! Very accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Could not fault this motel really lovely owners
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Getting used to the train noise didn't take long
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Loved our overnight stay with The Gateway. Our only negative comment is re the noise of the freight trains.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caveman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful survise and well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great motel in Waikanae. Spotlessly clean, lovely sheets and everything you need. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our 2 night stay with 5 people. Fantastic service from owners, unit was very clean and tidy, comfy beds with plenty of room for all of us. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melvin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
enjoyed it was close to everything just felt very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay when visiting family in Waikanae. Easy motorway access. Walking distance to the Waikanae shops and the suburban train station. Not ultra modern but everything you need and comfy beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Robert, Wellington

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and amazing room! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay. Room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic.

Our host was charming and helpful, the room was spotless and bed very comfortable. Plenty of variety and supplies of coffee, tea, etc. Plenty of towels, face cloths and toiletries. Older motel but was very well maintained. Close to railway line but no trains between 10.30pm and 6.55am, so had a really good nights sleep. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024