Kaikōura

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Kaikōura
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Kaikōura
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Kaikōura

Where to stay in Kaikōura

Person standing at lake with Kaikoura Seaward Range, Kaikoura South Island New Zealand

South Bay

While there might not be top attractions in South Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony.

South Bay
Walking around Kaikoura Peninsula, New Zealand on a beautiful Spring day.

Kaikoura Flat

If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Flat, Kaikoura Beach and Mount Fyffe are top sights worth seeing.

Kaikoura Flat
Beautiful unique adorable new zealand fur seal resting on the rocks spotted in Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway, Canterbury. Amazing marine mammals spotted in New Zealand

Kaikoura Peninsula

While visiting Kaikoura Peninsula, you might make a stop by sights like Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony.

Kaikoura Peninsula
Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

5 out of 5
Esplanade, 114 Kaikoura Canterbury
$96 nightly
The price is $110 total per night from Jun 2 to Jun 3
$110 total
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (565 reviews)
Breakfast was pretty good.

Reviewed on May 5, 2026

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites

3.5 out of 5
154 Beach Road Kaikoura
$65 nightly
The price is $75 total per night from May 8 to May 9
$75 total
May 8 - May 9
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (483 reviews)
Good clean friendly staff

Reviewed on May 5, 2026

Kaikoura Quality Suites
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

3 out of 5
69 Beach Road Kaikoura
$46 nightly
The price is $53 total per night from May 27 to May 28
$53 total
May 27 - May 28
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this holiday park in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (490 reviews)
It was a good clean cabin and outside view in morning was mesmerising .. showers were good with full pressure and plus Hot pools were icing on top ! Having Tea Coffee amenities or cups atleast in room or kitchen for regular guest would be good .. Rest staff were good helpful ! Will visit soon.

Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

3.5 out of 5
1 Kersage Drive - Ocean Ridge Kaikoura
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (421 reviews)
Very nice shower, comfy bed, quiet, friendly welcome at check-in even though I arrived late! Super nice experience.

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Blue Seas Motel

Blue Seas Motel

3.5 out of 5
222 Esplanade Kaikoura
Stay at this aparthotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway ...
9/10 Wonderful! (94 reviews)
Beautiful spot! Couldn’t have asked for a better spot on a clear warm night with walk up the road to point very special.

Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026

Blue Seas Motel
Barnacle Bills

Barnacle Bills

3.5 out of 5
86 Scarborough Street Kaikoura Canterbury
Stay at this cottage in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
The kitchen was great, it’s a lovely cottage set in beautiful gardens.

Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026

Barnacle Bills
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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