Kaikōura Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kaikōura
Where to stay in Kaikōura
South Bay
Though South Bay may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Peninsula Walkway and Fyffe House.
Kaikoura Flat
While visiting Kaikoura Flat, you might make a stop by sights like Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach.
Kaikoura Peninsula
If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Peninsula, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are top sights worth seeing.
Sudima Kaikoura
Esplanade, 114 Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is NZ$265 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
NZ$265
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (471 reviews)
We loved staying at Sudima Kaikoura. The hotel is great, the room was very spacious for a family of four and the view of the mountains and the beach was spectacular! The kids loved the pool also. The location is great, a short 10 minute walk to the town center and there was free parking all along ...
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Kaikoura Quality Suites
154 Beach Road Kaikoura
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$200 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
NZ$200
19 Jan - 20 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (394 reviews)
Very nice comfortable accommodation
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
69 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is NZ$117 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
NZ$117
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (438 reviews)
Good facilities, clean spacious accommodation, well stocked kitchen
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
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.
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
1 Kersage Drive - Ocean Ridge Kaikoura
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (412 reviews)
Very nice staff, clean spacious room,walk in shower.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Blue Seas Motel
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! (78 reviews)
Great location & friendly staff
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
78 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
Stay at this luxury apartment in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
Beautiful ocean and bay views. location is close to several restaurants all walkable!
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
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
4.5/5(81 reviews)
Go wildlife spotting as you hike on a coastal route across cliff tops and down to the shoreline. See whales, seals, sea lions and much more.
Mount Fyffe
4/5(27 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.
Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park
4/5(6 reviews)
Enjoy an outing to Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park during your stay in Kaikōura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Point Kean Seal Colony
4.5/5(80 reviews)
Find out about the history of Kaikōura with a stop at Point Kean Seal Colony. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Fyffe House
4/5(13 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Kaikōura with a trip to Fyffe House. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Kaikoura District Museum
4.5/5(27 reviews)
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.
Activities
Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)
NZ$249
per adult
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
NZ$199
per adult
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
NZ$179
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight
NZ$175
per adult
Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura
NZ$135
per adult
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