What's the best place for a stay in Kaikoura?

Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast is a favourite property for Expedia customers. This 4-star B&B offers free breakfast and free WiFi. Reviews from our site also recommend Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast and Te Mahuru Retreat as top choices for your stay.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kaikoura, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "free cancellation" to review the best deals in Kaikoura.

What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Kaikoura?

Based on reviews, Alpine-pacific Holiday Park is a popular 3-star property for our travellers looking for an economical choice, and features free WiFi and free parking. Other options for your budget-friendly stay include Willowbank Motel and Kaikoura TOP 10 Holiday Park .

What's the best accommodation option for families in Kaikoura?

Kaikoura TOP 10 Holiday Park is a top 3-star property on Expedia for families, and features a children's pool and free parking. Other choices for your child-friendly holiday include Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge and Alpine View Motel .

What's the best accommodation for a romantic holiday to Kaikoura?

The Point Bed & Breakfast is a favourite 4-star B&B for couples, and features bathrobes and free breakfast. Another good option for a stay with your sweetheart is Nikau Lodge .

What's the best pet-friendly accommodation option in Kaikoura?

Wacky Stays is a top B&B for people travelling with their pets, and offers a free kids' club and in-room kitchens for its human guests. Two other good options for you and your pet include Awatea Country Bed and Breakfast and Mediterranean Motel Kaikoura .

What's the best place to stay to stay near the beach in Kaikoura?

A1 Kaikoura Motel & Holiday Park is a top beach property offering free WiFi and free parking, located within a short 4-minute walk of Kaikoura Beach . Other good options for your stay near the beach include Sunrise Lodge and Kaikoura Quality Suites .

What's the best luxury accommodation option in Kaikoura?

Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast is a 4-star B&B with private balconies and a terrace, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for a pampered stay. Another upscale choice for your stay is Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge .

What's the best boutique hotel in Kaikoura?

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel is a favourite 4.5-star hotel with our travellers looking for stylish accommodation, and features 12 guestrooms, a bar and free parking.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Kaikoura?

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge is a popular 4.5-star property featuring a seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi and free self-parking. A couple of other options that feature an on-site pool include Alpine-pacific Holiday Park and Kaikoura TOP 10 Holiday Park .

What is the best spa hotel in Kaikoura?

Kaikoura TOP 10 Holiday Park is a top spa hotel with 30 rooms, free WiFi and an arcade/games room. Why not spend some time relaxing in the hot tub? Other popular spa hotels in Kaikoura include Nikau Lodge and Dusky Lodge .

How is it to stay in Kaikoura?

Travellers to Kaikoura give high marks for the beaches and magnificent mountain views. Tourists to the city can also enjoy its relaxing setting. In Kaikoura, there are 111 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

What should I see while I'm in Kaikoura?

The beaches and mountain views highlight the natural beauty with places to discover including Kaikoura Beach, Peninsula Walkway and Mount Fyffe. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Fyffe House and Kaikoura Museum.

What's the seasonal weather in Kaikoura?

The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 15°C, while the coldest months are July and June, with an average of 9°C. Average annual precipitation for Kaikoura is 994 mm.

Kaikoura Hotels for 2022

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

92-94 The Esplanade, Kaikoura

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1.51 km from city centre

4.4/5 Wonderful! (458 reviews)

"Excellent location with a sea view. Comfortable beds. Loved the lounge chairs. Staff very welcoming and helpful."

Reviewed on 2 Nov. 2021

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

126 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury

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1.15 km from city centre

4.6/5 Wonderful! (148 reviews)

"Really well set up apartments, great view of the sea and the mountains from the balcony. Well located just a shortish walk to the town centre."

Reviewed on 8 Nov. 2021

Kaikoura Beach Motel

124 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury

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1.12 km from city centre

4/5 Very Good! (61 reviews)

"Good value for money, nice quiet area close to the beach."

Reviewed on 11 Nov. 2021

Kaikoura TOP 10 Holiday Park

34 Beach Rd, Kaikoura

0.45 km from city centre

4.3/5 Excellent! (238 reviews)

"Was amazing Very clean and tidy. Great activities for the children to use on site Accommodation was amazing and catered to all of our needs"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2021

Kaikoura Quality Suites

154 Beach Road, Kaikoura

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1.66 km from city centre

4.3/5 Excellent! (133 reviews)

"Good location to stay in."

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2021

The Fairways at Ocean Ridge

1 Kersage Drive - Ocean Ridge, Kaikoura

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3.24 km from city centre

4.6/5 Exceptional! (267 reviews)

"Great place to stay! A shame it was a fleeting visit Will definitely be back. We were very happy with the apartment would be great with friends as well!"

Reviewed on 6 Nov. 2021

Alpine View Motel

146 Beach Road, Kaikoura

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1.6 km from city centre

4.1/5 Very Good! (372 reviews)

3rd time lucky

"Weather was fantastic, great sea, great to be back for the night"

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2021

Dusky Lodge

67 Beach Road, Kaikoura

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0.73 km from city centre

3.9/5 Very Good! (121 reviews)

"It was convenient and clean"

Reviewed on 29 Sep. 2021

Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

18 Churchill Street, Kaikoura

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0.33 km from city centre

4.4/5 Wonderful! (386 reviews)

"Easy to find. Lovely staff. Clean & tidy warm & comfortable. TVs in all rooms. Nice shower."

Reviewed on 31 Oct. 2021

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

69 Beach Road, Kaikoura

0.81 km from city centre

4.2/5 Very Good! (281 reviews)

"Lovely clean park. Had everything you needed plus the pools were a great extra."

Reviewed on 10 Oct. 2021

Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

45-47 Churchill Street, Kaikoura

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0.67 km from city centre

4.3/5 Excellent! (150 reviews)

"Great location and friendly staff :-)"

Reviewed on 9 Nov. 2021

Mondello Kaikoura

29 Beach Rd, Kaikoura, Canterbury

Fully refundable

0.4 km from city centre

4.6/5 Exceptional! (201 reviews)

"Excellent clean facilities- great views can’t fault this place second time we stayed"

Reviewed on 9 Oct. 2021

Heritage Court Motor Lodge Kaikoura

205 Beach Road, Kaikoura

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2.24 km from city centre

4/5 Very Good! (285 reviews)

"Clean, well serviced and friendly greeting on arrival. Unfortunately for us the weather was unpleasant."

Reviewed on 18 Jun. 2021

Te Mahuru Retreat

233 Schoolhouse Rd, Kaikoura, Canterbury

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4.12 km from city centre

4.7/5 Exceptional! (73 reviews)

"The view from our cabin was lovely. Amazing staff, good to have a chat with excellent tips on what to do and where to eat."

Reviewed on 11 Oct. 2021

Waves Luxury Apartments

78 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury

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0.88 km from city centre

4.9/5 Exceptional! (14 reviews)

"Covered parking was a great touch. The views are amazing. The apartment is well appointed very cozy"

Reviewed on 4 Nov. 2021

Sierra Beachfront Motel

160 Esplanade, Kaikoura

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1.37 km from city centre

3.9/5 Good! (184 reviews)

"I just wanted somewhere to eat and sleep it did the job"

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2021

The Pier Hotel and Restaurant

1 Avoca Street, Kaikoura

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2.26 km from city centre

3.9/5 Good! (169 reviews)

"friendly service and relaxed atmosphere."

Reviewed on 6 Oct. 2021

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

146 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury

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1.28 km from city centre

4.4/5 Excellent! (229 reviews)

"I loved the rooms deco and the amazing food in restaurant"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2021

Admiral Court Motel

16 Avoca St, Kaikoura

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2.34 km from city centre

4.5/5 Wonderful! (133 reviews)

"Everything I needed, simple and clean, pleasant room, good value"

Reviewed on 17 May 2021

Kakatu Retreat

21 Green Burn Way, Kaikoura

3.45 km from city centre

4.7/5 Exceptional! (26 reviews)

"Was a last minute booking due"

Reviewed on 1 May 2021

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