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Our top choices for Kaikōura vacation homes

A spacious living room with a large window offering a view of the ocean and greenery, a brown leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a modern pendant light.

1. Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home

Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home
4.0 star property
Kaikōura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Beautiful views and central location. The stars are amazing and the local activities are out of this world. "
United States
Sarah
The price is AED 461
AED 531 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Ocean & Mountain Views 3-bedroom Home
A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a view of the sea through large windows.

2. Waves Apartment 9 | KK94009

Waves Apartment 9 | KK94009
Kaikoura
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay. Convenient location, clean, well stocked, cozy seating. The view is amazing! It was easy to find and parking was great."
United States
Kelly H.
The price is AED 488
AED 749 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Waves Apartment 9 | KK94009
A residential area with houses, a road, and a body of water with mountains in the background.

3. Central | Beach Nearby | Parking - KK27622

Central | Beach Nearby | Parking - KK27622
Kaikoura
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Great location, wonderful stay, host service is excellent."
United States
Henry
Central | Beach Nearby | Parking - KK27622
A living room with a beige sofa, a round coffee table with decorative items, a floor lamp, and a large window with a view of buildings.

4. South Bay | Cosy | BBQ Area - KK61334

South Bay | Cosy | BBQ Area - KK61334
South Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay, best part there it was well stocked with kitchen basics plus a Nespresso machine with pods!"
New Zealand
Deepcover N.
South Bay | Cosy | BBQ Area - KK61334
A white house with a covered porch and a garden in front.

5. South Bay | Classic Bach | Close to Marina - KK48126

South Bay | Classic Bach | Close to Marina - KK48126
South Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"Lovely property and ideal location was perfect for our pup to would recommend"
United States
James C.
South Bay | Classic Bach | Close to Marina - KK48126
A wooden deck with a bench, a table, and a chair, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

6. Handy Location | Ocean & Mountain Views | Close to Park - KK96845

Handy Location | Ocean & Mountain Views | Close to Park - KK96845
Kaikoura
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (6 reviews)
"Easy check-in and a convenient walking path to get to town. The star gazing on the front deck was incredible."
Netherlands
Mandie T.
Handy Location | Ocean & Mountain Views | Close to Park - KK96845
A modern house with a covered patio, a dining table, and a bench.

7. Central | Affordable | Boat Parking - KK18865

Central | Affordable | Boat Parking - KK18865
Kaikoura
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Absolutely suited our needs for a family. Close to squash courts."
United States
Tosca W.
Central | Affordable | Boat Parking - KK18865
An outdoor patio area with a picnic table and a pergola structure.

8. Coastal getaway in beautiful Kaikoura

Coastal getaway in beautiful Kaikoura
South Bay
Coastal getaway in beautiful Kaikoura
A view from a doorway to a lawn with a white fence and trees, and a mountain in the background.

9. Charming Villa | Family Friendly | Handy to Town - KK14769

Charming Villa | Family Friendly | Handy to Town - KK14769
Kaikoura
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Anonymous traveler
Charming Villa | Family Friendly | Handy to Town - KK14769
A kitchen with a dining area, a view of the countryside, and a large window.

10. Classic Charm | Sea & Mountain Views | Family Fun - KK95170

Classic Charm | Sea & Mountain Views | Family Fun - KK95170
Kaikoura
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Great"
New Zealand
Vincent j.
Classic Charm | Sea & Mountain Views | Family Fun - KK95170
A residential area with a view of mountains and a lake.

11. Amazing Views | Outdoor Living | Sunny - KK39011

Amazing Views | Outdoor Living | Sunny - KK39011
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Fabulous location with great views. Warm house with plenty of room. Great outdoor area. Loved our time here."
United States
Kate V.
Amazing Views | Outdoor Living | Sunny - KK39011
A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a view of the outside.

12. Close To Beach | Sunny | Getaway - KK16786

Close To Beach | Sunny | Getaway - KK16786
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Great house, clean and tidy and in a great location"
New Zealand
Dianne S.
Close To Beach | Sunny | Getaway - KK16786
A family dining outdoors with a view of the sea and mountains.

13. Expansive Ocean & Mountain Views - KK82140

Expansive Ocean & Mountain Views - KK82140
Kaikoura
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Great view and friendly owners."
New Zealand
Benjamin R.
Expansive Ocean & Mountain Views - KK82140
A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of a body of water and mountains.

14. Sleek | Elevated Views | Hidden - KK43103

Sleek | Elevated Views | Hidden - KK43103
Kaikoura
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful!"
New Zealand
Jasmyn P.
Sleek | Elevated Views | Hidden - KK43103
A round glass table with two glasses of orange beverage and a bottle, set against a backdrop of a mountainous landscape and a body of water.

15. Spectacular Views | Convenient | Affordable - KK17129

Spectacular Views | Convenient | Affordable - KK17129
Kaikoura
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"Good place to stay ...nice views...peacefull setting....double bed abit lumpy"
Australia
jason T.
The price is AED 467
AED 697 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Spectacular Views | Convenient | Affordable - KK17129
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white sofa, a blue bean bag, a woven rug, and a potted plant.

16. Revive House | Comfortable Base | Top Unit - KK71932

Revive House | Comfortable Base | Top Unit - KK71932
Kaikōura
The price is AED 429
AED 774 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Revive House | Comfortable Base | Top Unit - KK71932
A wooden picnic table with a sign, set against a rocky coastal backdrop.

17. Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway

Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway
South Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Typical kiwi bach. Unpretentious but really cool. Clean and tidy and great amenities. Comfy beds. Wonderful views of the Marina and mountains."
Australia
David
The price is AED 481
AED 623 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway
A wooden deck with a glass door leading to an indoor area, a bean bag chair, and a view of mountains.

18. Stunning Views | Contemporary | Escape - KK4113

Stunning Views | Contemporary | Escape - KK4113
Kaikoura Flat
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Property great"
United Kingdom
Alan
The price is AED 546
AED 923 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Stunning Views | Contemporary | Escape - KK4113
A couple sitting at a wooden table with a view of snow-capped mountains in the background.

19. Handy to Town | Spacious | Relaxed - KK14905

Handy to Town | Spacious | Relaxed - KK14905
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Perfect for six people. Great location and had everything we needed."
United States
Anonymous traveler
Handy to Town | Spacious | Relaxed - KK14905
A person sitting on a balcony with a view of mountains and trees.

20. Coastal | Spacious | Mountain Views - KK21238

Coastal | Spacious | Mountain Views - KK21238
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Lovely accommodation. Kaikoura was beautiful."
Australia
Peter W.
The price is AED 353
AED 791 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Coastal | Spacious | Mountain Views - KK21238
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Top Kaikōura Hotel Reviews

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"I enjoyed this place so much I decided to stay another night. I was lucky they had availability. If you are ever in this part of the world, YOU need to stay here. I truly could live here for the rest of my life!!"
Laura 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments