Experience Kaikoura's natural beauty at Sea View Kaikoura, a budget-friendly beachfront property with ocean views and easy access to whale watching. Relax in one of our cozy rooms or explore the scenic trails nearby.
Experience budget-friendly beachfront accommodation in Kaikoura. Our cosy rooms, though showing their age, are clean, functional, and perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring. Please note, rooms come with a kitchenette but no full cooking facilities. Enjoy easy access to whale watching, seafood dining, and scenic trails. Sea View Kaikoura offers a simple, comfortable base for your Kaikoura adventure. Book your stay today! Please note, this property features a motel-style layout, while offering separate, private amenities. This particular room does not have a Seaview, however the ocean is just across the road.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Internet
Available in the apartment: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off all heaters and close windows
Ensure all doors and windows are locked
Return keys/lockbox as per your arrival instructions
You don't need to strip beds or do a full clean, our team handles that. Just leave the place tidy and we'll take care of the rest.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Frequently asked questions
Is Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Waterfront | Affordable | Location | Unit 5, Waterfront | Affordable | Location located?
Situated on the beach, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kaikoura Beach and Fyffe House. Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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Reviews
Reviews
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 5 reviews
10 - Excellent
1
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
8 - Good
0
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 5 reviews
6 - Okay
2
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
4 - Poor
1
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews
2 - Terrible
1
4.8
Cleanliness
7.4
Location
6.0
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
6/10 Okay
Susannah S.
1 October 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
Would not stay here again
Place smelled bad when I came in
Tv didn’t work
Very minimal kitchen equipment
No shower curtain
One mirror in whole place was so high I could only see the top of my head
Advertised as waterfront but looked out into a parking lot
Really awful lighting
Big sign in kitchen saying all dishes to be done and rubbish removed but still charged a $65 cleaning fee
Pros
Was very close to waterfront once I got outside
Bed was surprisingly comfortable
Bed was
Susannah S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lay Eng Audrey
11 January 2026
Great location, short walk to town centre. The bed was comfortable.
I paid to stay at this motel wasn’t cheap. The price I paid the same for other motels are much better. I asked to change the bath towels and clear the rubbish bins, I was told that I had to pay. Hmm...
The slidling door bottom rail was so dirty. It looked like it hadn't been cleaned for mamy months or years. Kitchen window I couldn't opened it as there were tons of ants.
I rang the receptionist and letted the lady know. The kitchen drawers were old and needed some attentions.
The kitchen doesn't have a cooking stove, only a microwave. Luckily, we brought our electric frypan to cook.
Good experience.
Lay Eng Audrey
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
6/10 Okay
Ismail
20 January 2026
Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Carpet was very dirty, full of hair from guests before us.
Carpet needs to be vacuumed and cleaned thoroughly.
No curtain in the shower.
No mirror over the sink in the bathroom.
It was not possible to turn off the cold water tap in the kitchen.
It was dripping,dripping continuously.