114 Main Road, Waikanae, Kapiti Coast, Wellington, New Zealand

Our Rooms

Double/Twin Studio
Sleeps up to 3 people
1x Double bed & 1x single bed

  • 32" TV with 50+ Sky channels, free unlimited WiFi
  • Kitchenette with microwave, hot plates and fridge
  • Toaster, kettle, cookware, crockery and cutlery
  • Iron and Ironing board
  • In-room heater, fan and hairdryer
Double Studio Upstairs
Sleeps up to 2 people
1x Queen bed

  • Upstairs with balcony
  • 32" TV with 50+ Sky channels, free unlimited WiFi
  • Kitchenette with fridge and microwave
  • Toaster, kettle, cookware, crockery and cutlery
  • Iron and Ironing board
  • In-room heater, fan and hairdryer
Superior Studio
Sleeps up to 2 people
1x Queen bed
Dining & lounge seating

  • 32" TV with 50+ Sky channels, free unlimited WiFi
  • Full kitchen with fridge, microwave, full oven and cooktop
  • Toaster, kettle, cookware, crockery and cutlery
  • Iron and Ironing board
  • In-room heater, fan and hairdryer
Executive Studio Downstairs
Sleeps up to 3 people
1x Queen bed & 1x single bed
Dining & lounge seating with offset lounge

  • 32" TV with 50+ Sky channels, free unlimited WiFi
  • Kitchenette with fridge and microwave
  • Toaster, kettle, cookware, crockery and cutlery
  • Iron and Ironing board
  • In-room heater, fan and hairdryer
Executive Studio Upstairs
Sleeps up to 3 people
1x Queen bed & 1x sofa bed
Dining & lounge seating (our most spacious)

  • 32" TV with 50+ Sky channels, free unlimited WiFi
  • Fridge and microwave
  • Toaster, kettle, cookware, crockery and cutlery
  • Iron and Ironing board
  • In-room heater, fan and hairdryer
  • Shower over bath
2 Bedroom Apartments
Sleeps up to 6 people
1x Queen bed, 2x single beds & 1x queen sofa bed
Dining & lounge seating

  • 55" TV with 50+ Sky channels, free unlimited WiFi
  • Full kitchen with fridge, microwave, full oven and cooktop
  • Toaster, kettle, cookware, crockery and cutlery
  • In-room heater, fan and hairdryer
  • Iron and Ironing board
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With a selection of well appointed studios, one bedroom and family units, Kapiti Gateway Motel has accommodation to suit every stay 

  • Spacious motel rooms and serviced apartments for solo travellers, couples and families
  • Self-contained units with kitchenettes or full kitchens for self-catering
  • Pet-friendly accommodation on the Kapiti Coast by prior arrangement
Motel rooms in central Waikanae, Kapiti Coast, Wellington, New Zealand.

Rooms Overview

Kapiti Gateway Motel offers motel rooms, serviced apartments and self-contained units with kitchenettes in Waikanae, including pet-friendly accommodation on the Kapiti Coast.
  • Room types range from compact studios to two-bedroom apartments sleeping up to six
  • Superior Studios and family apartments include full kitchens with oven and cooktop
  • Pet friendly accommodation on the Kapiti Coast available in selected rooms by prior arrangement
  • Sky Guest Select channels, unlimited WiFi and a secure bike lockup for cyclists
  • Daily servicing, coin-operated guest laundry, and in-room iron, heater, fan and hairdryer
  • Ground-floor and upstairs layouts with balconies or outdoor seating on most units

A comfortable base near Waikanae village

The motel sits at 114 Main Road, Waikanae, minutes from beaches, the Waikanae River walk and cafés. Waikanae Station is a two-minute walk, with half-hourly trains reaching Wellington in about an hour, so your car can stay parked.

Southward Car Museum is a five-minute drive, and Paraparaumu Beach, with its Kapiti Island ferry, sits south. Horowhenua stops like Owlcatraz and Otaki are around 30 minutes north.  A boat trip to Kapiti Island Nature Reserve and visiting Nga Manu bird sanctuary are popular activities.

Our self-contained rooms suit exploring the Kapiti Coast, Horowhenua and Wellington. See the
facilities and guest services page for parking, pool, spa and BBQ information.

Frequently asked questions

The Superior Studios and both two-bedroom apartments have a full kitchen with oven, cooktop, dining table and lounge seating. Other studios offer kitchenette facilities with a microwave, plus tea, coffee and toast-making equipment.

Yes. The two-bedroom apartments sleep up to six, with a queen bed in the main bedroom, two singles in the second bedroom and a queen sofa bed in the lounge. Cots are available.

Pets are welcome by prior arrangement only. Conditions apply, including keeping pets off beds and furniture, bringing separate pet bedding and not leaving pets unattended in rooms. A pet fee of NZ$25 per night applies.

Check-in is between 2pm and 8pm on the day of arrival, with after-hours arrivals welcome by prior arrangement. Check-out is by 10am. Late check-out may be possible by contacting reception, and a charge may apply.

Rooms Summary:

What:
Spacious motel rooms, serviced apartments and self-contained units with kitchenettes or full kitchens for self-catering stays, including pet-friendly options by arrangement.
Where:
Located in Waikanae at 114 Main Road, serving guests visiting the Kapiti Coast, Wellington.
Who for:
Solo travellers, couples, families, cyclists and guests on longer stays seeking a motel with kitchenette or two-bedroom apartment accommodation.