Donegal House Hotel Kaikoura

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Kaikoura
Sep 16, 2025 - Sep 17, 2025
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📍 258 Schoolhouse Road

Donegal House Hotel Review

Set 3.1 km from Ohau Stream Walk, the 4-star Donegal House Hotel Kaikoura features Wi-Fi in public areas as well as a car park on site. The venue is situated 5 km from Kaikoura city centre and 15 km from Kaikoura airport.

This accommodation serves a continental breakfast every morning and offers cereals, yogurts, and fresh fruits. Guests can relax in the on-site Irish bar.

Fyffe House is less than 7 km away.

You can get to Kaikoura Museum in a few minutes by car.

The rooms have en suite bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet. Certain units offer views of the garden. Some units feature coffee and tea makers, and a fridge for your comfort.

Donegal House Hotel includes a sun terrace and a picnic area available for an additional charge. The property also provides live performances and swimming with dolphins.

Impressions

Positives and negatives

  • Brand-new hotel with great views of the hills.
  • Secluded location with good parking.
  • Surrounded by a park and a river.
  • Excellent dining in the in-house restaurant.
  • Pleasant Irish bar.
  • Rates are great.
  • A few past guests were dissatisfied with a little hard beds.
  • Some may find the bathrooms cold.

Key Features

  • free parking
  • free wifi
  • non-smoking rooms
  • family rooms
  • facilities for disabled guests
  • restaurant
  • tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • bar

Rooms

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South Facing Queen Room Double
Size: 25 m2
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4 guests maximum, of which 4 adults maximum
Family Room Family
Size: 25 m2
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Garden Facing Queen Room Double
Size: 25 m2
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Studio Studio
Size: 25 m2
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Small Double Room Double
Size: 15 m2
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Facilities

Rooms

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Dining facilities

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Services

  • Free shuttle service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Relax

  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room

Activities for Kids

  • Children's menu
  • Children's play area

Reviews

  • Cleanliness 8.5/10
  • Comfort 8.4/10
  • Facilities 8/10
  • Free WiFi 7.2/10
  • Location 8.6/10
  • Total 8.1/10
  • Value for money 8.5/10
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Location

Landmarks nearby

  • Canterbury Regional Council 3.45 km (2.14 mi.)
  • Kaikoura Museum 4.54 km (2.82 mi.)
  • Kaikoura Coastal Track 5.01 km (3.11 mi.)
  • Seal Swim Kaikoura 4.46 km (2.77 mi.)
  • Whale Watch Kaikoura 3.83 km (2.38 mi.)
  • Fyffe House 6.94 km (4.31 mi.)
  • New World Supermarket Kaikoura 2.99 km (1.86 mi.)
  • Art & Design Gallery 5.90 km (3.67 mi.)
  • Kaikoura Llama Trekking 2.81 km (1.75 mi.)
  • Ohau Stream Walk 3.57 km (2.22 mi.)

Donegal House Hotel FAQ

Which landmarks can we visit during our stay at the Donegal House Hotel?
During their stay at the Donegal House Hotel guests can visit Art & Design Gallery (6 km), Ohau Point Seal Colony (4.8 km) as well as Ohau Stream Walk (3.1 km) among others.
Is the 4-star Donegal House Hotel close to the airport?
The 4-star Donegal House Hotel is set within 15 km of Kaikoura airport, and can be accessed with a 15-minute drive.
Does Donegal House Hotel have guest parking?
Yes, Donegal House Hotel provides parking spaces on site.