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Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast

4.0 star property
Travelers start their day with ocean-view breakfasts at this peaceful retreat, where the garden offers a natural sanctuary for afternoon relaxation

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Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast offers a quiet oceanside escape. Guests enjoy continental breakfast with water views, relax in the garden with barbecue grills, and stay connected with free newspapers and WiFi. Practical amenities include laundry facilities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 482
AED 557 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb

Room options

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Forest Room | Travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Heated bathroom floor
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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The Endeavour Room | Travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Endeavour Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Renovated in 2014
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Kaikōura, Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast is near a train station and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaikoura Beach and Peninsula Walkway, while Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are cultural highlights. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching. Visit our Kaikōura travel guide
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Map
196 Esplanade, Kaikoura, 7300

What's nearby

  • #lifeatexpedia
    Kaikoura Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Peninsula Walkway which includes general coastal views, mountains and landscape views
    Peninsula Walkway
    3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum
    2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Kaikoura Museum
    2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Fyffe House
    2 min drive - 2.2 km

Restaurants

  • The Whaler
    19 min walk
  • Kaikoura Seafood BBQ
    3 min drive
  • Why Not Cafe
    19 min walk
  • King Tide Eatery
    16 min walk
  • Tipsy Foodie's
    3 min drive

About this property

Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast

Upscale bed & breakfast by the ocean
Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with heated floors and rainfall showers
  • Travel cribs and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 20 for adults and NZD 10 for children

Family friendly

  • Travel crib

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 20 for adults and NZD 10 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Inn Bay Bed & Breakfast Kaikoura
Inn Bay Bed & Breakfast
Bay Kaikoura
The Bay & Breakfast Kaikoura
Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast Kaikoura
Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast
Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast Bed & breakfast Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

Is Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast?

As of 11 February 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast on 25 February 2026 start from $151.90, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast located?

Situated on the waterfront, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kaikoura Beach, Fyffe House, and Kaikoura Museum. Kaikoura District Museum and Peninsula Walkway are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

10

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kwon Jae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was much better than the pictures and good location for our morning sea side tracking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay in a lovely property in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful albeit short stay and was very happy to meet the host who was super friendly and very helpful. 5 STARS! Hope to visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless, well appointed, and comfortable. The bathroom/walk in shower was fantastic. The view was unexpected and lovely. Our host was responsive and while we didn’t meet in person we felt welcomed. A great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the big shower… plenty of hot water, comfy bed really handy location …very friendly helpful hosts
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In The Bay (great name!) is in a very good location clear of the hubbub of Kaikoura town center and yet on the sea front with fabulous views. It was just as advertised with good, well maintained facilities and spacious rooms with well appointed bathrooms. Breakfast was fresh and very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kaikoura keeper!!

Great view of the ocean In Kaikoura. Good location to easily walk into town and enjoy a meal at one of many restaurants. Our room was spacious, bright, comfortable and well-appointed. Delicious continental breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night but Kylie, the owner, made us most welcome and gave us some useful information. Continental breakfast with fresh ingredients was supplied which was delicious. I'd definitely go back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dynamic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our hosts were easy to communicate with, welcoming, informative about the area and accommodated us with dietary requirements . The stay was a lovely property: comfortable sleep, spacious, well designed and great facilities. Couldn’t ask for more, thanks so much guys! Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gwyneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kylie is such a welcoming & informative host! Thankyou! Property and room spotless, delicious light breakfast already provided on arrival so you can enjoy at leisure on waking in the morning, beach across the road & town within walking distance. Superb!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We found the front unit roomy and very comfortable. Double curbless shower is fantastic. All amenities we could need are included. Quiet, convenient, on site parking. Four-star accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jalene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Endeavour room and loved how spacious it was, as well as the view of the ocean from our room! The bathroom (shower especially) was amazing! Staff were friendly and helpful, and the breakfast provided was so great! There was also a lovely little sitting area outside for us to listen to the sounds of the ocean while enjoying our coffee/tea/breakfast. We thought the bed was going to be too soft for us, but we still had a pretty decent sleep. We did notice some dust and cobwebs in the higher corners of the room, but this wasn’t a huge deal to us, as overall everything else was otherwise clean. Enjoyable stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hosts with great information. Spacious, clean room. Quiet and perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A fabulous B&B

We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful B&B. The room was very spacious, and tastefully decorated. A nice breakfast was provided in the morning. Would stay again if ever back in the area.Fabulous
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay. Everything was perfect. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
😊
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and heaps of space, real close to town, friendly easy going and helpful owners.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gréât place and a very warm welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great friendly vibe

I found the host really friendly and she made us feel very comfortable. She even offered to take us to the train station. Great new bathroom and decent sized room. Breakfast was nice but no option of anything cooked . Overall I thought it was a bit pricey.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful home away from home, only sad that we didn’t get to stay longer. We felt very welcome. The rooms themselves are beautiful with very comfortable beds, beautiful decor and honestly I think the best shower I have ever had in my life. Cannot thank them enough!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb

An amazing place to stay. Large accommodation with an excellent hostess. Great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value

Position of the b&b was excellent. Room was very clean and airy. Parking no problem
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Morden and very clean. Had a great nights sleep, it’s super quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely comfortable stay with excellent facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accommodations were very nice. Bedroom was large with a love seat. Bathroom was large with snail shower. We had access to a second adjoining room with kitchenette and dinning table plus sitting area. Bay is across the street with no buildings obstructing view. Convenient to dining.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019