Kaikōura

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Kaikōura
Kaikōura
Kaikōura
Kaikōura
Kaikōura

Where to stay in Kaikōura

Person standing at lake with Kaikoura Seaward Range, Kaikoura South Island New Zealand

South Bay

While there might not be top attractions in South Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony.

South Bay
Walking around Kaikoura Peninsula, New Zealand on a beautiful Spring day.

Kaikoura Flat

If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Flat, Kaikoura Beach and Mount Fyffe are top sights worth seeing.

Kaikoura Flat
Beautiful unique adorable new zealand fur seal resting on the rocks spotted in Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway, Canterbury. Amazing marine mammals spotted in New Zealand

Kaikoura Peninsula

While visiting Kaikoura Peninsula, you might make a stop by sights like Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony.

Kaikoura Peninsula
Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

5 out of 5
Esplanade, 114 Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is AED 338 per night from May 14 to May 15
AED 338
AED 389 total
14 May - 15 May
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (546 reviews)
Everything was great. Location, view, spacious modern room. Breakfast could use more varieties.

Reviewed on 11 April 2026

Sudima Kaikoura
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

3 out of 5
69 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is AED 164 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
AED 164
AED 189 total
21 Apr - 22 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (480 reviews)
Hot tub was lovely and very welcome after a dip in the pool

Reviewed on 11 April 2026

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites

3.5 out of 5
154 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is AED 260 per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
AED 260
AED 299 total
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (459 reviews)
Roomy, great bathrooms, comfy beds. No hob/pans in the room (only a microwave) but they have BBQs. Very relaxed atmosphere. Would stay again!

Reviewed on 11 April 2026

Kaikoura Quality Suites
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Blue Seas Motel

Blue Seas Motel

3.5 out of 5
222 Esplanade Kaikoura
Stay at this aparthotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway ...
9/10 Wonderful! (93 reviews)
Basic accommodation but comfortable and well located.

Reviewed on 23 March 2026

Blue Seas Motel
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

3.5 out of 5
1 Kersage Drive - Ocean Ridge Kaikoura
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (419 reviews)
Nice location and very well maintained property. Service is also amazing

Reviewed on 8 April 2026

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Barnacle Bills

Barnacle Bills

3.5 out of 5
86 Scarborough Street Kaikoura Canterbury
Stay at this cottage in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
nice location. semi close to town. good place for a few people.

Reviewed on 23 March 2026

Barnacle Bills
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Peninsula Walkway

Peninsula Walkway

5/5(32 reviews)

You can take time to visit Peninsula Walkway during your travels to Kaikōura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Peninsula Walkway

Point Kean Seal Colony

4.5/5(23 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kaikōura when you spend time at Point Kean Seal Colony. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Point Kean Seal Colony

Mount Fyffe

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Fyffe and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Kaikōura. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Mount Fyffe

Kaikoura Museum

5/5(8 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Kaikoura Museum during your travels in Kaikōura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Kaikoura Museum

Kaikoura District Museum

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Kaikoura District Museum during your trip to Kaikōura. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Kaikoura District Museum

Fyffe House

5/5(1 review)

You can learn about the history of Kaikōura with a visit to Fyffe House. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Fyffe House

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