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Donegal House

3.0 star property
Kaikoura motel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Room | Terrace/patio
Property grounds
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Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Playground
Feel at home
  • Playground on site
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room options

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Free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Studio | Restaurant

Studio

Highlights

Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room | Terrace/patio

Room

Highlights

Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
258 Schoolhouse Road, Kaikoura, 7371

What's nearby

  • Kaikoura Beach - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Fyffe House - 9 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Peninsula Walkway - 10 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 106 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 140 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coopers Catch Kaikoura - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Strawberry Tree - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kaikoura Seafood Bbq - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Slam Club - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Donegal House

When visiting Kaikoura, Donegal House is a great choice to consider. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

English, French

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 30 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Playground

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Coffee/tea maker

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 40.0 per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Donegal House Hotel Kaikoura
Donegal House Hotel
Donegal House Kaikoura
Donegal House Motel Kaikoura
Donegal House Motel
Donegal House Motel
Donegal House Kaikoura
Donegal House Motel Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

Does Donegal House offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Donegal House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Donegal House?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Donegal House?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Donegal House?
Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Donegal House and nearby?
Donegal House has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Donegal House?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Reviews

7.4

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Good Fun place
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Vast grounds and views fabulous restaurant and the best staff. Authentic Irish pub and displayed history and photos attached to modern motels. Previous owner had let a few minor things slip but new owners are right onto it.
Warrick, 4-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

Bryce, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Terrified le
Stayed at this place for two nights and had booked it because it had a restaurant and bar on site. On arrival we discovered that both were closed. There was only one member of staff who was busy drinking wine and couldn’t find our booking which he eventually sorted. He told our friends the bar and restaurant were closed due to covid and we were told it was due to a paperwork issue. My wife went down later and the male staff member asked my wife to join him for a drink ! In the morning breakfast consisted of cereal and coffee with sour milk and frozen bread. The same staff member was also drinking wine in the morning. AVOID !
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

We arrived to a confirmed and paid booking only to find that there were no rooms available the manager had been drinking and he touched me inappropriately several times the whole place was filthy and to cap it all he asked me to lie about the reasons we couldn’t stay absolutely disgusted and disappointed in Expedia
Lesley, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

This property is old -run down - grounds left unkept -carpets are rotten around the wall edges - no bar or restaurant open has been shut down due to renewing liquor licence which is under review - big write up in local paper - would’ve been a great pub in its time
Kris, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

Fabulous location, food was delicious, really friendly staff. Could do with a good spruce up and some thorough cleaning in rooms.
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This property was convenient , mine host was friendly, room was clean & well appointed, breakfast included in price was adequate.
Verified Lastminute guest review

6/10 Good

The views from the property are stunning, it’s very convenient having a bar on site.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Had been there before but the property was not as well looked after now
Brent, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Worst place in 10 years
John, 1-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Rex, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Weekend escape
Delightful setting, very pleasant staff, excellent continental breakfast, good restaurant, quiet and restful. The only negative was the mattress quality (tired)and the trip hazard deck. Too expensive to be best value.
Henry, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Dilan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

This is a family friendly, animal friendly place which positively encourages guests to meet and get to know one another. It has a very relaxed stress free atmosphere, very laid-back.
3-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

Disappointing
The property is a little run down and breakfast not up to scratch so not worth the price Will not recommend to friends which is unfortunate as we have enjoyed our stay in the past
HELEN, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

bob, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Picturesque setting - snowy mountains were gorgeous so was the gardens but in need of tending to. Location was good - close to town. Musty smell was noticeable throughout the place. Room was outdated. Toilet had a leak! Hair in the shower and on towel. Service to the room was unsatisfactory - milk was not replaced, there were spiders in the room. Broken rubbish bin. Booked for 2 queen beds - got 1 queen and 1 one single with trundler which we never used as it would have taken up the space in the room. Not enough cups and spoons for making drinks. Kitchen has a hole in the floor that is covered with a black mat. On our last day, a rank-smell was noticeable in the kitchen.
3-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very Good

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Disappointed. The rooms were clean but tired looking. They smelt strange as well. The bar was the same, smelt strange and was tired looking. The check-in was informal to say the least. The meal was ok. Very expensive steak on top of soggy chips. No mushrooms for sauce and I heard the bar person telling other customers they had run out of other ingredients so the menu choice was limited. Breakfast was very average - continental - something you could put together at home. Very expensive stay at a place that now looks quite rundown. It used to be such a lovely place to drink & dine at.
Sandra, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Murray the owner is a top bloke , staff were friendly Food excellent and beer even better
1-night trip with friends
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Grounds and garden were lovely. People very friendly and helpful. Nice and quiet. Yummy food. Rooms comfortable.
2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

4/10 Fair

gillian, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Poor Experience
Poor service, unclean, dry gardens, poor service, outdated, poor service....
Jonathon, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

The photos/history around the place were interesting.The rooms all need a revamp and place looks tired.Abit of a rip off for $180 expected more.Only disappointment of our trip after 1,500 ks travelling the Sth Island
2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review