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Koura Bay Golf Resort

Hotel in Kaikoura

Koura Bay Golf Resort is a few minutes drive north of Kaikoura, offering course-side accommodation, panoramic ocean views and a 9-hole \ 18-tee manicured golf course.

J
Jack
From
United Arab Emirates
Great property, thoughtfully put together and good customer service. 10/10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 319 reviews
Price from
US$133.95
1 night, 2 adults

Sudima Kaikōura

Hotel in Kaikoura

Situated in Kaikoura, 100 metres from Kaikoura Beach, Sudima Kaikōura features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

R
Rudi
From
Germany
Probably the best Hotel in Kaikoura! We had a great stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,029 reviews
Price from
US$125.71
1 night, 2 adults

The Pier Hotel

Hotel in Kaikoura

Located in Kaikoura, 300 metres from Kaikoura Beach, The Pier Hotel provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Every room has a balcony.

R
Robert
From
Thailand
Awesome location & view across the Bay..friendly professional attitude 👌
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 413 reviews
Price from
US$182.31
1 night, 2 adults

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

Hotel in Kaikoura

Set on the esplanade in iconic Kaikoura, White Morph Heritage offers a range of accommodation options with a balcony or patio and lovely ocean, mountain or garden views.

N
Nicola
From
Germany
A perfect place for Kaikoura. We really liked it here. Location with a view of the sea. Very comfortable bed and relax chairs. Friendly staff. We would have stayed longer but already booked for Arthur‘s pass.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 556 reviews
Price from
US$136.31
1 night, 2 adults

Donegal House

Hotel in Kaikoura

Donegal House has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Kaikoura. There is a children's playground and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

M
Maxine
From
New Zealand
The staff were extremely friendly and very accommodating, the meals where delicious and arrived within a good time frame.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 848 reviews
Price from
US$75.73
1 night, 2 adults

Boutique Hotel Kaikoura

Hotel in Kaikoura

Boutique Hotel Kaikoura is housed in a historic 1880s building, just 10 minutes' walk from Kaikoura Town. Each room features a refrigerator, a 32-inch flat-screen TV and a coffee/tea plunger.

G
Gingras
From
Canada
Great location. Very cozy place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews
Price from
US$138.34
1 night, 2 adults

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments provides beachfront accommodation in Kaikoura. The property features sea and mountain views, and is 200 metres from Kaikoura Beach.

C
ChangHwan
From
South Korea
Very friendly staffs. Clean, cozy, and comfortable room.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,661 reviews
Price from
US$98.17
1 night, 2 adults

Panorama Motel

Kaikoura

Wake up to stunning views of the Kaikoura Mountains and the sea at Panorama Motel. Our units are all ensuite and smoke-free.

H
Helen
From
Germany
Great wee uniy, everything we needed, well considered and great waterfront location in Kaikōura near the seal colony. Owners were fab, left us to own devices only checking in to see if we needed anything/ more supplies. Dog friendly and welcoming. We'd definitely recommend and stay again on next trip to Kaikōura. Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,476 reviews
Price from
US$123.41
1 night, 2 adults

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

Kaikoura

Located opposite Pacific Ocean Beach, The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura offers free WiFi. Some apartments offer mountain views and/or views of the golf course..

C
Ceara
From
Cyprus
We stayed in a beautiful two bedroom apartment which had a fantastic modern kitchen with everything we needed to cook a nice meal. The high ceilings and gas fire made the living room a really lovely place to sit and have a wine and read when it was raining outside. Beds were comfortable and there was plenty of space in the apartment. There was also a lovely outdoor eating area which I think would be great in warmer weather.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,117 reviews
Price from
US$118.84
1 night, 2 adults

Willowbank Motel

Kaikoura

Located in the seaside town of Kaikoura, New Zealand. All rooms feature kitchen facilities including microwave oven, colour TV and telephone. Electric blankets and heating are provided.

O
Ondrej
From
Czech Republic
Awesome place! The owner helped us with car to be on Whale Watch in time. Thank you.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,123 reviews
Price from
US$114.99
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Budget hotels in Kaikoura and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 985 reviews

Ideally situated just a 5-minute walk from Kaikoura Beach, A1 Kaikoura Motel offers free WiFi. Guests enjoy access to spacious communal areas including a shared kitchen.

From US$69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 976 reviews

Dusky Lodge offers budget accommodation. Free WiFi in public areas and free on-site parking are provided. Guests staying at Dusky Lodge Kaikoura can prepare a meal in the shared kitchens available.

From US$58.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,284 reviews

Located on the banks of Lyell Creek, Alpine-Pacific Holiday Park offers peaceful accommodation with beautiful mountain views.

From US$72.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 746 reviews

Located in Kaikoura, 1.2 km from Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Seaside lodge provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

From US$78.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 279 reviews

Located in Kaikoura, Kaikoura Motor Inn offers affordable accommodation with free unlimited WiFi, mountain views and a well-equipped kitchen. Kaikoura Station is 2 km away.

From US$90.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Central Mountain Views Spa is located in Kaikoura and offers a garden and barbecue facilities.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,252 reviews

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge features, free WiFi, free off-street parking, Seasonal heated outdoor pool and a conference centre.

From US$114.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Extremely Central is set in Kaikoura. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the holiday home free of charge.

Hotels located in the centre of Kaikoura

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,451 reviews

Set in Kaikoura, 1 km from Kaikoura Beach, Mondello Kaikoura provides air-conditioned rooms and a garden. This 4-star apartment offers luggage storage space and room service.

From US$139.34 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Views on Churchill is set in Kaikoura. Featuring sea and mountain views, this holiday home also has free WiFi.

From US$185.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 556 reviews

Set on the esplanade in iconic Kaikoura, White Morph Heritage offers a range of accommodation options with a balcony or patio and lovely ocean, mountain or garden views.

From US$167.72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 854 reviews

Set in Kaikoura, 200 metres from Kaikoura Beach, Kaikoura Beach Motel offers accommodation with a garden and free private parking. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are featured.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 455 reviews

Lobster Inn, Kaikoura Motel. This family operated motel has been the ideal location for many staying in Kaikoura and offers modern self sufficient rooms just minutes from the town centre and all the...

From US$122.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

A recently renovated holiday home located in Kaikoura, Esplanade Stay features a garden.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Set in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region with Kaikoura Beach nearby, Sea View Motel - Unit 3 features accommodation with free private parking. The property features sea and mountain views.

From US$161.66 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 999 reviews

Featuring direct beach access and free Wi-Fi usage per day, Alpine View Motel is only 1 km from Kaikoura Train Station. Heated guest rooms are fitted with a satellite TV.

From US$119.48 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Kaikoura and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Boasting a garden and views of mountain, Dover Terrace is a recently renovated bed and breakfast situated in Kaikoura, less than 1 km from Kaikoura Beach.

From US$123.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

Kowhai Cottage Pizza Oven Central is a recently renovated holiday home in Kaikoura, near Kaikoura Beach. The property has garden views.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

Offering barbecue facilities, Villa Family Friendly Classic Charm features accommodation in Kaikoura. It is set 1.2 km from Kaikoura Beach and offers private check-in and check-out.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 871 reviews

Located just 5 minutes’ walk from Whale Watch Kaikoura, this holiday park features a heated swimming pool, hot tub and covered BBQ area. Wireless internet access is available throughout the park.

From US$95.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,218 reviews

The Lazy Shag Lodge in Kaikoura has a garden and a terrace. The hostel features a shared lounge. All rooms at The Lodge have private toilet and shower.

From US$67.31 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

Located in Kaikoura, within less than 1 km of Kaikoura Beach, 3 bedroom holiday home in prime Kaikoura location! offers accommodation with air conditioning.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews

Set in Kaikoura, 700 metres from Kaikoura Beach, Location Ocean & Mountain Views Close to Park offers air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews

Set in Kaikoura, within 700 metres of Kaikoura Beach, Location with Ocean and Mountain Views offers accommodation with air conditioning.

From US$221.15 per night

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What guests said about Kaikoura:

10

Highly recommend Kaikoura to anyone & everyone.

Highly recommend Kaikoura to anyone & everyone. This is our most favourite holiday destination. The coastline is absolutely stunning as soon as you arrive in Kiakoura. Just absolutely stunning coastline.
Guest review by
Anonymous
10

We did whale watching which was interesting - kids loved it.

We did whale watching which was interesting - kids loved it. We went to the Pier for dinner - fab food and atmosphere. Was just a 1 night stay this time, we come to Kaikōura a bit as live 2 hours away. Great seafood, seal watching.
Guest review by
Hilary
New Zealand
10

Kaikoura is so beautiful and the best place in NZ to see...

Kaikoura is so beautiful and the best place in NZ to see Whales. We took a Whale Watch Kaikoura boat trip and it was awesome. It was our second time taking this trip. The first time 4 years ago in April we saw a Sperm whale and a huge pod of dolphins. This time we saw 3 humpback whales and pods of dolphins with their babies. We've done the Kayaking trip as well and it was great. There is surfing and good hikes too. We also did miniput and the escape from at the Emporium.
Guest review by
Stacey
New Zealand
10

Kaikoura is our favourite place to visit, have been many...

Kaikoura is our favourite place to visit, have been many times and always love it like it is the first time we see it all. Our next visit is already planned. If you love ocean-wildlife-stunning views go and visit Kaikoura!
Guest review by
Hariette
New Zealand
8.0

The visit to Kaiikoura for a couple of days was lovely for...

The visit to Kaiikoura for a couple of days was lovely for relaxation. Worthwhile just to experiece the seafood and in particular the Paua sandwiches. The Crayfish were too highly priced. Scenery is beautiful. We had hopes to eat in Kaikora's best recommended restaurant. But found when turning up there the doors were shut. So we ended up at the local pub Whalers. They recommended us to try their Board special Porterhouse Steak. Compliments to the chef. The chef knows how to cook steak. (and we are foodies). Walking around Kaikoura is the best way appreciate this beautiful place.
Guest review by
Glenys
New Zealand
10

A beautiful part of the world. 1 extra night to explore the...

A beautiful part of the world. 1 extra night to explore the place would have been nice. Hotel located with in walking distance to shops, pubs and restaurants. Staff at the hotel were lovely. We ate in the bar as the restaurant was fully booked and the food was great. Definitely recommend staying here. We had a room with a view of the beach.
Guest review by
Nadine
Australia

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews
Just AMAZING place. exactly what I was after. plenty of space to travel with friends and still have your own space. 2 toilets!!!! Views are just astonishing if wether permits. and settings were awesome. Even when storm hit it was so comfy to watch it unleash from the comfort of the suspended veranda chairs outside then inside. Very good furnitures too. It is just in another league from the motels etc. we had to stay at. We would have loved to get places like Kereru every night around the island.
Guest review by
Aussies on a EURO Tour
Australia
From US$112.19 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,476 reviews
The room was warm and modern, the Managers were so kind and friendly genuine people. The view is incredible and close walking to the Pier Bar and restaurant. My main reason for booking was being dog friendly and good parking out back. I'll definitely use this as my go to each time i visit Kaikoura
Guest review by
Tracey Anne WEBBER
New Zealand
From US$89.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,227 reviews
Nice and clean unit. Handy location, close enough to walk into township, close to other motels. Was perfect for what our needs were
Guest review by
Genevieve
New Zealand
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 854 reviews
One of the best and cleanest motels I've ever been to!!! superb location and soo clean ! Thanks so much for the lovely stay ❤️
Guest review by
Karan
New Zealand
From US$164.67 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,029 reviews
The Sudima Kaikoura is a brand new hotel. Everything is very clean and great walking distance to town and beach.
Guest review by
cheryl
Canada