Kaikōura
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Where to stay in Kaikōura
South Bay
While there might not be top attractions in South Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Point Kean Seal Colony and Peninsula Walkway.
Kaikoura Flat
If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Flat, Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Kaikoura Peninsula
While visiting Kaikoura Peninsula, you might make a stop by sights like Point Kean Seal Colony and Peninsula Walkway.
Sudima Kaikoura
Esplanade, 114, Kaikoura, Canterbury
$85 nightly
The price is $97 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$97 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star 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! (391 reviews)
"Nice comfy hotel,"
Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
69 Beach Road, Kaikoura
$43 nightly
The price is $50 total per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
$50 total
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star holiday park in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (406 reviews)
"Friendly, helpful staff, beautifully clean rooms with a very comfortable bed in the cabins, a very hot shower, a hot tub for the winter, nice and quiet in the extensive grounds and a beautiful view over fields and the snow-capped mountains away from the noise of road traffic on a state highway."
Reviewed on Jun 17, 2025
Kaikoura Quality Suites
154 Beach Road, Kaikoura
Stay at this 3.5-star 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! (312 reviews)
"Very enjoyable stay. Would definitely stay again."
Reviewed on Jul 5, 2025
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
1 Kersage Drive - Ocean Ridge, Kaikoura
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (397 reviews)
"Very nice accomodation and a sincere thank you to Deka for your excellent customer service. Highly recommended. Will definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on Jun 16, 2025
Blue Seas Motel
222 Esplanade, Kaikoura
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula ...
9/10 Wonderful! (71 reviews)
"The view is magnificent."
Reviewed on May 12, 2025
Barnacle Bills
86 Scarborough Street, Kaikoura, Canterbury
Stay at this 3.5-star cottage in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
Lovely cottage in handy location
"Lovely stay in the beautiful cottage. We expected rustic but the cottage was well appointed and everything was spotlessly clean. Comfortable and warm beds."
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2025
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.
Popular places to visit
Peninsula Walkway
5/5(30 reviews)
Go wildlife spotting as you hike on a coastal route across cliff tops and down to the shoreline. See whales, seals, sea lions and much more.
Mount Fyffe
4.5/5(6 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Fyffe and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Kaikōura. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Point Kean Seal Colony
4.5/5(23 reviews)
Find out about the history of Kaikōura when you spend time at Point Kean Seal Colony. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park
5/5(2 reviews)
Enjoy an outing to Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park during your stay in Kaikōura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Kaikoura District Museum
4.5/5(3 reviews)
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Kaikoura District Museum during your trip to Kaikōura. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Fyffe House
5/5(1 review)
You can learn about the history of Kaikōura with a visit to Fyffe House. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Things to do
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
$108
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura
$245
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kaikoura: Extended Flight Whale Watching & Mountain Tour
$236
per adult
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
$119
per adult
Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour
$83
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
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