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Wacky Stays

Property class: 2.5

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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).

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 351
AED 469 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug

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  • Free WiFi

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
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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
  • Kaikoura Museum
    5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Kaikoura District Museum
    5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park
    6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Kaikoura Golf Club
    10 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne)
    109 min drive

Restaurants

  • Craypot
    5 min drive
  • Coopers Catch
    4 min drive
  • The Whaler
    5 min drive
  • Strawberry Tree
    5 min drive
  • Kaikoura Seafood BBQ
    10 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, a video library, and meeting rooms
  • 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, LED light bulbs, and composting
    • Eco-friendly toiletries, children's robes, 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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM for a fee: NZD 40 for adults and NZD 5 for children
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • After hours theme park access
  • Early theme park entry
  • Ecotours
  • Free children's club
  • Music library
  • Playground
  • Theme park character encounters
  • Video library

Family friendly

  • After hours theme park access
  • Children's games
  • Dining table
  • Early theme park entry
  • Free children's club
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Theme park character encounters

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • 50 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • 6 buildings
  • Built in 2013
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Children's robes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 20.00

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that 2 dogs reside at this property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: NZD 20 per accommodation, per night
  • Cleaning fee: NZD 30 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 40 for adults and NZD 5 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 108-935-910

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property class

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

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 19 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wacky Stays on 20 August 2026 start from AED 351, 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).

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