Verified
8/10 Good
Jane J.
10 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous Kaikoura
Jane J.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Entire apartment
Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 6 - KK61646
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At Sea View Kaikoura, enjoy the simple pleasures of a beachfront stay. Relax in your cozy room with kitchenette or unwind with breathtaking ocean views just across the road.
Reviews
5.25.2 out of 10
Entire apartment
2 bathroomsSleeps 240 sq m
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Outdoor Space
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
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About this property
Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 6 - KK61646
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.
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
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1.5 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
- On the waterfront
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)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 431 square feet
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
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 | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 6 - KK61646 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 | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 6 - KK61646?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 6 - KK61646?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Waterfront | Handy Location | Affordable | Unit 6 - KK61646 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
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 5 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews
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6.8
Cleanliness
6.6
Location
4.0
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
6/10 Okay
Alice
31 December 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old building. Shower pressure weak. Kitchen only hadmicrowave to cook with
Alice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
4/10 Poor
Will K.
29 March 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Not pleasant to the eye
The back section where the bbq area was looked like a dump. I felt bad for bringing my daughter there. After entertaining the room it was not to bad . There is patch work all over the walls but tidy room. Dont think id stay there again
Will K.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Dave
2 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
There was no stove or cook top only a microwave. People in next unit had to walk in front of our unit to get in an out
Dave
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025