Wacky Stays

Property class: 2.5

Choose dates to view prices

Located close to Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Beach, Wacky Stays provides a free daily manager's reception, a garden, and a playground. Adventurous travelers may like the ecotours at this bed & breakfast. In addition to conference space and a free kid's club, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 340
AED 453 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 6 of 6 rooms

View all photos for Farmers Cottage

A white building with a green roof, a porch with a bench, and potted plants.

Farmers Cottage

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 32 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Tipi / Teepee

A white teepee with a small entrance and a wooden structure to its left.

Tipi / Teepee

  • Mountain view
  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Yurt / Mongolian Ger

A traditional yurt with a wooden door, surrounded by a grassy area and trees.

Yurt / Mongolian Ger

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for House Truck / Gypsy Wagon

A vintage camper van with a small cabin on top, parked in a grassy field with mountains in the background.

House Truck / Gypsy Wagon

  • Mountain view
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out

A covered wagon with a wooden structure, a wooden ramp, and red wheels.

Colonial Wagon + Sleep Out

  • Mountain view
  • 12 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds OR 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Train Carriage

A red train station platform with a wooden bench and a chair.

Train Carriage

  • Mountain view
  • 26 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Kaikoura Flat, a neighborhood in Kaikōura, Wacky Stays is in the suburbs and near the airport. Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Fyffe House and Point Kean Seal Colony. Kaikoura Beach and Peninsula Walkway are two other places to visit that come recommended. Snorkeling and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Kaikōura travel guide
View more B&B in Kaikōura
Map
12 Kowhai Ford Road, Kaikoura, 7371

What's nearby

  • A pebble beach with mountains in the background.
    Kaikoura Beach
    5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Lavendyl - Kaikoura Lavender Farm
    4 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum
    5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Kaikoura Museum
    5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Kaikoura Golf Club
    10 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    109 min drive

Restaurants

  • King Tide Eatery
    5 min drive
  • The Whaler
    5 min drive
  • Zephyr
    5 min drive
  • Coopers Catch
    4 min drive
  • Why Not Cafe
    5 min drive

About this property

Wacky Stays

  • Family-friendly bed & breakfast near Kaikoura Museum
  • Located close to Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Beach, Wacky Stays provides a free daily manager's reception, a garden, and a playground. Active travelers can enjoy ecotours at this bed & breakfast. In addition to conference space and a free kid's club, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self parking
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), after hours theme park access, and early theme park entry
    • Theme park character encounters, meeting rooms, and a video library
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas, in addition to perks like separate dining areas and bathrobes.
  • More amenities include:
    • Heating and portable fans
    • Recycling and composting
    • Children's robes, free toiletries, and hair dryers
    • Separate sitting areas, separate dining areas, and refrigerators

Awards and affiliations

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

Similar properties

A modern two-story building with a balcony, large windows, and a view of snow-capped mountains.
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Kaikoura
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 526 reviews
The price is AED 239
AED 275 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Compare similar properties

Frequently asked questions

Is Wacky Stays pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wacky Stays?

As of 23 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wacky Stays on 27 October 2026 start from AED 340, excluding 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 Wacky Stays?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 9 PM–midnight for a fee.

What time is check-out at Wacky Stays?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 20.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Wacky Stays located?

This family-friendly Kaikōura bed & breakfast is located near the airport, within 3 mi (5 km) of Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum. Kaikoura Beach and Fyffe House are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

Wacky Stays Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 82 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, quaint little cottage & the kids thoroughly enjoyed the animal feeding
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Super helpful staff. Explain where everything is. Go out of their way to assist you. Very clean upon arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really unique experience staying in the wagon. We really loved feeding the animals.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the yurt for one night. The owner was super friendly and considerate. He provided great hospitality to our family with a clean and fun yurt space, private bathroom, breakfast including fresh free range eggs and other breakfast options. My kids and I also enjoyed feeding and encountering the different types of farm animals onsite. Overall, we were very happy to stay in Wacky Stays. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If you have kids who would like to experience something new, loves farm animals and outdoors, this is the place. We stayed on October 24 on our last day in the south island. We were looking for something new and different and Wacky Stays delivered. It is not a brand new dwelling so please manage your expectations. The beds are comfortable and you can see the room was prepared with great care. We stayed at the Yurt/Gert. Our 8yo specially enjoyed the farm animal feedings which are done twice a day. Overall a good experience in our opinion.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was great! Maybe not for everyone but perfect for anyone with kids or just looking for something a little different. We are seniors but have done a lot of camping and this was glamping at its best. We picked the yurt which had an outdoor kitchen and an external bathroom. Everything felt really authentic yet still very modern. It all was just there as one would expect from a nice hotel but presented in a different way. Kind of a cowboy camp or depression era type of a kitchen outside but with a gas bbq and cook stove and hot running water. Really enjoyed it. The other sites looked like interesting places to stay too. Our bathroom was as perfect as any and yet different. If coming from the south be careful with Apple app directions as it took us to where the road crosses a river only suitable for a 4x4. But from Kaikōura it was easy to get to just off the highway.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Gypsy truck, I liked the novelty of it. It was cute and quirky. The host was super helpful, and talked us through the features on arrival. Surprisingly, the shower was excellent. Doesn't appear that way on first impression, however perfect temperature, and lots of pressure. One suggestion would be a step or the like, if you are short, to get up into the loft bed. We even saw baby ducks that were extremely friendly and came right up to us
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great place to relax and enjoy the amazing scenery. Very comfortable and staff are extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great experience especially for kids, but a bit pricy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay, very comfy and clean. Unique experience, recommend feeding the animals in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our second time staying here in the covered wagon. Very glamping, extremely unusual and loads of fun
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The places you could pick to stay in, the fresh air, the uniqueness, the animals, the quietness, the old school ness!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was most unique, a railroading buff would love it. A bit pricey but we didnt have other options. A vintage NZ train car you could sleep, eat and bathe in.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Disliked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stays however was overwhelmed by the rules on staying at the property the book lists was over the top and felt unwelcoming especially if you stay a minute over 10am checkout time they charge $20 per hour, the kitchen was good however not really clean the pots and pans need upgrading the owner was not friendly so made us uncomfortable on arrival. Maybe kids would like it with all the animals around the dogs were the best part so lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very magical place, awesomely different.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to stay for a night “glamping” in Kaikoura. Family friendly. Loved the Llama trekking taster walk & feeding the farm animals. Very memorable and would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great location a few KMs from Kaikoura. We wanted quiet and we got it. Set in lovely ground kept by the family it was simply lovely. The farm cottage is old but that is part of the experience the floors are uneven some doors you have bend a little to get in. This simply reflects the different eras in which additions or repairs where done. this cottage can sleep around 8 people comfortably (I am allowing for the couch as well). Great water pressure, big lawn for the kids or maybe you could bring the caravan for a fee and park up with the rest of the family the outdoor space is wonderful. The stove worked perfectly, outdoor BBQ and Pizza oven, things for the kids to do including long necked sheep sorry Llama's or similar. The person welcoming us was excellent Kevin (owner) gave us a good rundown. I really enjoyed this site while it is not new it is definitely comfortable and great for a family or group of friends
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very quirky which is what you expect when booking at a place called Waky Stays. Accommodation was clean and neat, but do be prepared to live among the animals. We stayed in the Tipi and it was raining but everything stayed dry and warm.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully constructed wagon with old-fashioned features and modern amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay in the tepee - lots of thoughtful touches including fresh eggs for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

fun family stay in Kaikoura.

Three adults and two boy's (11 and 6) spent two nights in the farm cottage at Wacky Stays. Really enjoyed our stay, the boy's especially the youngest couldn't get enough of feeding and seeing the animals, and both of them made full use of the ride on pedal tractor, heaps of room for them to run around too. Wacky Stays very obliging and friendly, look forward to staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the farm cottage which was very clean and tidy. The heat pump warmed up the house very well and all the rooms were presented nicely. The kids loved feeding the animals in the morning and the staff were very friendly. We had all the privacy we wanted and the owner was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely charming Kiwi experience. Warm reception with thorough tour, comfortable and cute (we were in the farm house), and we very much enjoyed feeding the animals in the morning! Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay in the Teepee was very comfortable and cozy . We enjoyed our glamping experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020