"Lovely property within walking distance to bars and restaurants. The owner was lovely and very helpful, we would definitely stay here again to do another whale watching tour!"
"Amazing Kaikoura Stay! - Highly recommended!
Loved our weekend here! The staff were so friendly and helpful. Our room was clean, warm and comfy. The location was great, with short easy walk to the supermarket. Would definitely stay again. Thank you for such a pleasant experience!!"
"Very happy with all aspects of our stay. Very friendly staff and easy to talk to. Good location for walks to town or the peninsula to see the seals.
Thoroughly clean unit with a large bathroom including very useful mirrors."
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.
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.
Though South Bay may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony.
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.
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Kaikoura District Museum during your trip to Kaikōura. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Lovely little village to visit. Whale watch, dolphin encounters, seals, cute shops. Lots of dining and food options. And of course, the crayfish! One of my favourite plsces "where the mountains meet the sea:
C
10.0/10
Excellent
Very nice downtown. We drove to the seal colony. So entertaining to watch the seals. We were there in February and saw many mom and pups. We also went on a whale watching tour. Very fun visit for us.
Keddie
10.0/10
Excellent
Stunning small town! Great seafood/fish and chips. Gorgeous shops. Take a whale flight. Stop and see the seals and dolphins x
Danielle
10.0/10
Excellent
Kaikoura is one of my all time favourite places in South Island for many reasons even if you're not interested in eating fresh Crayfish and Whale watching,kayaking in prestine waters or watching seals basking on the rocks you can Surf the rugged sea
Julian
10.0/10
Excellent
We loved Kaikoura. Just enough interesting things to do without it being overcrowded. Lovely seaside village. Not sure about the swimming because we saw undertow warning signs and the beach seemed rocky, but we weren't swimming.
Lois
10.0/10
Excellent
We absolutely loved Kaikoura, a beautiful unspoilt town with amazing scenery and options to explore land and ocean
julia
10.0/10
Excellent
Went for Whale watching. But the beach front and Promenade where excellent.
Anton
8.0/10
Good
Been to Kaikoura several times since 2018 - insanely how much it's expanded over the years. Try and drive out further for quiet hikes and beaches away from the hustle and bustle in town.
Anonymous traveler
10.0/10
Excellent
We came to Kaikoura 14 years ago and there was tons of sea lions laying all along the roadway. This place have not lost its charm and beautiful scenery.
Anthony
10.0/10
Excellent
Take a walk along the beach it is a beautiful lovely place to sit and have a picnic and watch all the wee fishing boats far away.
"Arrived late at night in the middle of a storm and was given really clear, easy to follow instructions on how to find and access the room after hours. Was welcomed to a warm room that was beautiful & spacious, bed was super comfy, and in the morning opened the curtains to a stunning view of the beach and the ocean - loved the stay here!"
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kaikōura, 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. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Kaikōura.
What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Kaikōura?
What's the best luxury accommodation option in Kaikōura?
Sudima Kaikoura is a luxury hotel with an ocean-view restaurant and a bar, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for an elegant place to stay. Another upscale option for your stay is Kaikoura Boutique Hotel. Find more luxury hotels in Kaikōura.
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's the best place to stay if I'm looking to play golf in Kaikōura?
Kakatu Retreat is a top B&B that has an adjacent golf course and features free WiFi. Another good choice is Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park if you'd like to be close to a golf course while in town. You can tee off at Kaikoura Golf Club during your trip. See more golf hotels in Kaikōura.
What are some accommodation options with pools in Kaikōura?
Travellers to Kaikōura give high marks for the beaches and magnificent mountain views. Tourists to the city can also enjoy its relaxing setting. In Kaikōura, there are 142 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Kaikōura.
The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 9°C. Average annual precipitation for Kaikōura is 1045 mm.
