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Our top choices for Kaikōura historic hotels

A balcony with a view of the sea, a chair, and a glass door.

1. Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Lives up to its name!"
United States
Alfred
The price is AED 714
AED 821 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
A balcony with a view of the sea and trees, wooden flooring, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

2. Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (643 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff."
Australia
sanjay
The price is AED 397
AED 457 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Sudima Kaikoura
A hotel room with a bed, a window with a mountain view, and a curtain.

3. Mondello Kaikoura

Mondello Kaikoura
3.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (495 reviews)
"Staff helpful room spotless easy walking to town for food etc"
United Kingdom
JACQUALINE
The price is AED 371
AED 427 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Mondello Kaikoura
A modern house with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a view of the mountains.

4. The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (426 reviews)
"Good stay in a beautiful location and helpful friendly staff"
Australia
Anna
The price is AED 345
AED 397 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
A spacious living room with a large window offering a view of the ocean and greenery, a brown leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a modern pendant light.

5. Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home

Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home
4.0 star property
Kaikōura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Beautiful views and central location. The stars are amazing and the local activities are out of this world. "
United States
Sarah
The price is AED 695
AED 800 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home
A glass table and chairs with a view of a lake and mountains.

6. The White Morph - Heritage Collection

The White Morph - Heritage Collection
4.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (660 reviews)
"Great property, stunning views, fantastic locations just off the restaurant/shop section and super helpful staff."
Canada
Monique
The price is AED 416
AED 480 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
A modern pool area with a rectangular pool, surrounded by a black fence, and adjacent buildings with balconies and windows.

7. Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
4.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (614 reviews)
"Great location and good modern motel"
Australia
Stephen
The price is AED 377
AED 436 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge
An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water.

8. Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
4.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (386 reviews)
"Cosy but clean room, staff was helpful and breakfast Was good."
United States
Mansoor
The price is AED 498
AED 572 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
A balcony with a view of the sea and trees, two potted plants, and a table with chairs.

9. Kaikoura Beach Motel

Kaikoura Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (458 reviews)
"Nice and comfortable room. Short walk to the beach with great views. Has a free laundry room for guests which is very handy."
Australia
Olivia
The price is AED 263
AED 304 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Kaikoura Beach Motel
A modern living room with a sofa, a TV, and a view of the city through large windows.

10. Lobster Inn Motel

Lobster Inn Motel
4.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (34 reviews)
"Great place to stay , staff excellent "
Australia
Jim
The price is AED 505
AED 581 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Lobster Inn Motel
A family cabin with a sliding glass door entrance, a bed, and a wooden deck.

11. Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park

Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Kaikoura
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (347 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay"
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is AED 145
AED 171 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park
A caravan park with a large open parking area, a building with a flat roof, and a view of the sea.

12. Alpine View Motel

Alpine View Motel
3.0 star property
Kaikoura
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (569 reviews)
"The location is fantastic, the staff and very helpful and friendly and the room was a great size and set up"
Australia
Daniel
The price is AED 269
AED 309 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Alpine View Motel
A resort with a pool, hot tubs, and a view of mountains.

13. Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Kaikoura
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (508 reviews)
"Excellent location and facilities. "
Australia
Mary-Angela
The price is AED 174
AED 201 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
A patio area with outdoor seating and a variety of shrubs and small trees.

14. Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
4.0 star property
Kaikoura
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (335 reviews)
"friendly staff.. extremely clean..quiet rooms with great spacious shower.. complimentary plunger coffee and biscuit was welcome after long day driving.. view from upstairs unit overlooked snowy mountains.. easy walk into town center and bit harder uphill to justify eating treats."
Australia
jan
The price is AED 318
AED 369 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura
A wooden deck with two chairs and a small round table, overlooking a green landscape with trees and mountains.

15. Kaikoura Motor Inn

Kaikoura Motor Inn
2.0 star property
Kaikoura
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (539 reviews)
"Property was dated but alright for the price. Had onsite parking for both vehicles which was fantastic."
Australia
Merle
The price is AED 305
AED 351 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Kaikoura Motor Inn
A motel with a large sign advertising vacancies.

16. Sierra Beachfront Motel

Sierra Beachfront Motel
2.5 star property
Kaikoura
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (286 reviews)
"While it is an older motel It is clean and has all the amenities you require. It is value for money to put your head down for the night with good choice of food places not far down the road to choose from if you wish to support local eatery business (the thai shop was good!) or a little further for the supermarket for the more budget conscious traveller"
Australia
Bevan
The price is AED 231
AED 266 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Sierra Beachfront Motel
A wooden deck with a picnic table where three people are seated.

17. Dusky Lodge - Hostel

Dusky Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kaikoura
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (231 reviews)
"Code for door hard to unlock, tv in bedroom wasn't connected to freeview and parking horrible"
Australia
Derek
The price is AED 204
AED 235 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Dusky Lodge - Hostel
A modern kitchen with black countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a window providing natural light.

18. Willowbank Motel

Willowbank Motel
2.5 star property
Kaikoura
7.8 out of 10, Good, (141 reviews)
"Was welcoming and clean, plenty of room and lovely staff"
Australia
Deirdre
The price is AED 373
AED 430 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Willowbank Motel
A room with large windows offering a view of a lake and mountains. There are white chairs and tables arranged for dining.

19. Kaikoura Seaside Lodge

Kaikoura Seaside Lodge
2.0 star property
Kaikoura
7.4 out of 10, Good, (18 reviews)
"Excellent view,clean and tidy,10-15min walking distance to the township,if you are staying downstairs it does get a little noisy as upstairs patrons are heard stomping and walking around"
Australia
Tohe
The price is AED 229
AED 263 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge
A wooden interior with a large window, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a view of a grassy field with mountains in the background.

20. Wacky Stays

Wacky Stays
2.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (82 reviews)
"Great stay, quaint little cottage & the kids thoroughly enjoyed the animal feeding "
Australia
Adrian
The price is AED 336
AED 448 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Wacky Stays
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Top Kaikōura Hotel Reviews

Kaikoura Motor Inn

Kaikoura Motor Inn

8/10 Good
"Parking was gd but no garage, bed was very clean and comfortable, Staff member was pleasant. View out the window to the mountains was lovely. Kitchen was adequate but microwave not quite up to scratch. Plus neither of us could get the TV to work. Heating was gd. Would recommend this as quite a pleasant and economical place to stay in Ka Kikoura."
Gay 3-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Kaikoura Motor Inn

Frequently asked questions

What should a history buff expect from a stay in Kaikōura?
A trip to the significant historical sites in Kaikōura is likely at the top of your sightseeing list. You can admire the majestic mountain landscape and popular beaches during your visit.
How many historically relevant hotels are there in Kaikōura?
Kaikōura is home to 150 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the top historical sites and other places in Kaikōura?
Kaikōura is notable for landmarks like Fyffe House. Cultural venues include Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Kaikoura Beach and Peninsula Walkway.
What is a historic hotel like in Kaikōura?
When you book a historic hotel, you'll spend a night or two someplace that has an officially recognized national historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge, or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of historic hotels in Kaikōura, giving a sense of history.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is more common in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture of historic hotels are generally what's most significant. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it's cultural value and how it shaped the community.
Do historic hotels in Kaikōura have modern facilities?
Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you expect to find, while every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the amenities found at a contemporary hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in Kaikōura, you won't find yourself staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.