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Compare 169 hotels, room rates, hotel reviews and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Sudima Kaikoura
4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 176 reviews
"A very clean hotel and a comfortable stay. Friendly staff and a lovely restaurant. Beautiful views from our corner, beachfront room."
The price is $108
includes taxes & fees
$92 per night
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 410 reviews
"Just right, for my partner, daughter and I and convenient for us, as we travelled further out and Kaikoura was the centre of our destinations. "
The price is $92
includes taxes & fees
$79 per night
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 564 reviews
"Fabulous views"
The price is $91
includes taxes & fees
$79 per night
Jul 29 - Jul 30
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 358 reviews
"Great easy as we checked in late and out very early. "
The price is $55
includes taxes & fees
$47 per night
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 338 reviews
"It was quiet but far from shops and you do need transportation to go to town. Not close to shops or foods "
The price is $98
includes taxes & fees
$83 per night
Jul 28 - Jul 29
The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
4.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 307 reviews
"Lovely welcome with good tips of local area Lovely room small but adequate Real good breakfast even though it was not traditional lovely staff friendly and sociable Great location "
The price is $102
includes taxes & fees
$88 per night
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Kakatu Retreat
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 63 reviews
"Comfy, cosy, friendly owner, welcoming, great facilities "
The price is $72
includes taxes & fees
$62 per night
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Kakatu Retreat
Kaikoura Quality Suites
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 220 reviews
"Great place to stay for all that Kaikōura has to offer. Good accommodation. Close to Supermarket. Very pleasant staff. Reasonable price. Would definitely stay next time."
The price is $85
includes taxes & fees
$74 per night
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Mondello Kaikoura
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 291 reviews
"A very comfortable room for a family. Great value for money"
The price is $91
includes taxes & fees
$78 per night
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Mondello Kaikoura
Alpine View Motel
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 469 reviews
"Great!"
The price is $84
includes taxes & fees
$73 per night
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Alpine View Motel
Blue Seas Motels Kaikoura
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 50 reviews
"Such good value& really enjoyed proximity to beach& view"
The price is $76
includes taxes & fees
$66 per night
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Blue Seas Motels Kaikoura
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 266 reviews
"Great place "
The price is $77
includes taxes & fees
$65 per night
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 498 reviews
"Nice clean motel with big rooms and friendly staff."
The price is $79
includes taxes & fees
$67 per night
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
Kaikoura Beach Motel
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 256 reviews
"Was comfortable and very quiet.. but out side area was poorly lite at night and not particularly inviting "
The price is $85
includes taxes & fees
$73 per night
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Kaikoura Beach Motel
Kaikoura Motor Inn
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, 422 reviews
"Great place to stay very happy and helpful staff "
The price is $81
includes taxes & fees
$70 per night
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Kaikoura Motor Inn
The Pier Hotel and Restaurant
2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, 189 reviews
"It does what it says on the tin"
The Pier Hotel and Restaurant
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, 2 reviews
"From the start to finish of our 3 nights stay, in one of the treehouses, the whole experience was exceptional in our travels around NZ over the last month. Friendly, kind interested and caring well beyond expectation. Rooms supremely comfortable, food varied each night and delicious. Breakfast and lunch offered with grace and pleasure also. Good place for quiet time but close to whale watching trips . Even its own helipad for trips to mountains and sea.! Don’t miss this gem."
The price is $825
includes taxes & fees
$702 per night
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
Te Mahuru Retreat
3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 128 reviews
"Breathtakingly beautiful. Our host was especially helpful, and we were able to use the walker and hot tub. Thank you!!"
The price is $92
includes taxes & fees
$79 per night
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Te Mahuru Retreat
Dusky Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, 174 reviews
"Good clean and comfortable accom."
The price is $62
includes taxes & fees
$53 per night
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Dusky Lodge - Hostel
Sierra Beachfront Motel
2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, 231 reviews
"Good clean spacious unit. Comfortable bed. Shower was great. Coffee mugs had been put away dirty. No air con/heat pump but an electric heater was supplied."
The price is $71
includes taxes & fees
$61 per night
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Sierra Beachfront Motel
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Kaikoura?

Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast is a favorite property for Expedia customers. This B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. Reviews from our site also recommend Mondello Kaikoura and Kaikoura Quality Suites as top choices for your stay. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Kaikoura.

What are some of the best vacation rentals in Kaikoura?

Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage: Visitors like this Kaikoura vacation home rental. It is located near the beach and has a patio, a garden, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a stovetop, and a microwave. Some other top choices in Kaikoura are Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage and Large modern home with mountain view. See all vacation rentals in Kaikoura.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kaikoura, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Kaikoura.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Kaikoura?

For more details about changing or cancelling your trip to Kaikoura, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Kaikoura?

Based on our traveler reviews, Dusky Lodge - Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Another top choice for your budget-friendly stay is Sunrise Lodge. View all budget hotels in Kaikoura.

What's the best accommodation for a family vacation in Kaikoura?

Sudima Kaikoura is a hotel with a restaurant and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good choices for your family trip include Wacky Stays - farmstay, B&B - 4km from town and COLONIAL WAGON + sleepout - Wacky Stays - 6 UNIQUE rentals. Kids of all ages will also enjoy a visit to Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Kaikoura.

What's the best hotel for a romantic vacation to Kaikoura?

Wacky Stays - farmstay, B&B - 4km from town is a favorite B&B for couples, and features free breakfast and free WiFi. Other good choices for a romantic stay include COLONIAL WAGON + sleepout - Wacky Stays - 6 UNIQUE rentals and House Truck - Wacky Stays - six UNIQUE rentals. See all romantic hotels in Kaikoura.

What is the top LGBTQ-friendly place to stay in Kaikoura?

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park is one of the top choices for those in the LGBT community. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Kaikoura.

What's the best pet-friendly hotel in Kaikoura?

Wacky Stays is a top B&B for people traveling with their pets, and offers a free children's club and in-room refrigerators for its human guests. Two other good options for you and your pet include Alpine-pacific Holiday Park and Dusky Lodge - Hostel. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Kaikoura.

Where is the best place to stay near Fyffe House?

Adjacent to Fyffe House, Admiral Court Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 3.5-star property offers free parking and free WiFi. Other good choices within a short distance include The White Morph - Heritage Collection and The Pier Hotel and Restaurant.

What about the best place to stay close to Peninsula Walkway?

One of the top choices for your stay is The Point Bed & Breakfast, located next to Peninsula Walkway, and this 4-star B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. Admiral Court Motel and The Pier Hotel and Restaurant are other good choices nearby.

What's the best accommodation to stay near the beach in Kaikoura?

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel is a top beach hotel with free WiFi and free parking, and it's located close to Kaikoura Beach. Other good options for your beach trip include The White Morph - Heritage Collection and Sierra Beachfront Motel. See more stays near the beach in Kaikoura.

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Kaikoura Travel Info

Number of reviews
1,050
Accommodation
169 hotels
Highest price
$825
Lowest price
$55
Reasons to visit
Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park, Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum
Hotels with nearby beaches
33
Hotels with laundry facilities
9